Certified Associate in Project Management (PMI) and PRINCE2 7 Foundation (PeopleCert) cover different bodies of knowledge. Here's how they compare side by side — and how to pick the one that fits your role.
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| CAPM®Certified Associate in Project Management | PRINCE2 7 Found.PRINCE2 7 Foundation | |
|---|---|---|
| Level | Entry | Foundation |
| Exam length | 3h 0m | 1h 0m |
| Questions (real exam) | ~150 | ~60 |
| Pass mark | 70% | 60% |
| In a sentence | Your first PM credential — no experience required. | The structured project-management method — 7th edition. |
| Free practice | 150 sample questions | 141 sample questions |
Exam parameters are compiled from each vendor's official exam guide. Always confirm the current format, eligibility and fees on the official PMI and PeopleCert site before booking. ExamDeck is an independent study tool and is not affiliated with PMI or PeopleCert.
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| CAPM®facts as of August 2026 | PRINCE2 7 Found.facts as of September 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fees | Exam fee — PMI member: ~$225 (verify on pmi.org) Exam fee — non-member: ~$300 (verify on pmi.org) Retake: ~$150 member / ~$200 non-member Required education: 23 contact hours (PM) Renewal (every 3 yrs): 15 PDUs under the CCR program |
Exam Bundle (PeopleCert, EU): €645 incl. VAT - official eBook + voucher + Learning Resource Kit (verified 12 Sep 2026) eLearning / eLearning+ bundles: €1,349 / €1,596 - the second adds a free retake and the official mock Exam-only voucher (resellers): ~$300–450 (verify) Take2 resit add-on: ~$60–100 (vs ~$450 standalone retake) Renewal (every 3 yrs): 60 CPD points or another PRINCE2 exam |
| Study time | commonly reported 60–150 hours beyond the mandatory 23 contact hours | commonly reported 30–45 hours depending on prior project-management experience |
| Renewal | 15 PDUs every 3 years under PMI's CCR program (since the 2023 update — no re-exam needed) | PeopleCert renewal every 3 years — 60 CPD points or another exam from the PRINCE2 suite (verify current rules) |
| Entry requirement | Secondary degree (high school diploma or global equivalent), | No formal prerequisites — open to anyone. |
| Body of knowledge | the official CAPM Examination Content Outline | the official PRINCE2 7 Foundation syllabus |
| Full fact pages | CAPM® cost · format · eligibility | PRINCE2 7 Found. cost · format · eligibility |
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CAPM® (Certified Associate in Project Management) is a PMI entry credential, while PRINCE2 7 Found. (PRINCE2 7 Foundation) comes from PeopleCert (foundation). They cover different bodies of knowledge, so the choice depends on the role you're aiming for rather than difficulty alone.
The CAPM® exam runs about 3h 0m with ~150 questions; the PRINCE2 7 Found. exam runs about 1h 0m with ~60 questions. The more senior credential generally demands more applied, scenario-based judgement.
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