By Dharius Jennar PMI logo. The Project Management Institute (PMI) publishes standards linked to project management as well as manages certification. Its headquarters are in Newtown Square, outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Overview PMI, founded by 5 volunteers and integrated in 1969, has published numerous standards related to be able to PM skills, and manages several levels of certification. A Guide towards the Project Management Body of Knowledge is currently in its 3rd edition, and is the sole ANSI standard regarding managers. The levels of certification are (CAPM), (PMP), (PgMP) and the latter being more advanced. Membership As regarding 2006, PMI reported over 220, 010 members and also over 180, 000 PMP certificants in 175 countries. There are a lot more than 250 local PMI chapters positioned in 67 countries, and 30 Specific Interest Groups (SIGs). Certification Over 44, 000 PMP qualifications expire annually; a PMP must document ongoing experience and education every ...