Does Project Management Institute pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Project Management Institute employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Project Management Institute. This rating has decreased by 18% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Project Management Institute?

26% of Project Management Institute employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Project Management Institute 2.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.3 for culture and values and 2.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Project Management Institute?

Project Manager (20) , Manager (14) , Marketing (9) , Product Manager (9) , Business Analyst (6) , Marketing Specialist (6) , Analyst (5) , Volunteer (5) , Director (4) , Administrative Assistant (3) , Consultant (3) , Customer Service Representative (3) , Intern (3) , Marketing Manager (3) , Product Specialist (3)

What are the pros of working at Project Management Institute according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits are good" ((in 41 reviews)); "Some great people." ((in 31 reviews)); "pay was good but not great" ((in 20 reviews)); "The pros and benefits are that project management skill set is in demand and you can learn a great deal from the project management Institute" ((in 13 reviews)); "Work from home is great" ((in 11 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Project Management Institute according to real employee reviews?

"My manager was abrasive, rude, non communicative, provided no training and was completely unapproachable." ((in 16 reviews)); "Management is poor." ((in 15 reviews)); "Corporate culture is toxic and wears on many employees will to move ahead positively without worrying about our future." ((in 15 reviews)); "Could have better communication between teams and associates." ((in 6 reviews)); "Highly political; gossip abounds; inappropriate favoritism at top levels; culture in decline" ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about Project Management Institute layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Project Management Institute layoffs and their outlook for job security at Project Management Institute in 2026.

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2.5

26% would recommend to a friend

(300 total reviews)

Pierre Le Manh

30% approve of CEO

31% positive business outlook

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3.3

Compensation and benefits

2.9

Diversity & inclusion

2.7

Work/Life balance

2.4

Career opportunities

2.3

Culture & values

2.1

Senior management

Project Management Institute has an employee rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, based on 300 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Project Management Institute employee rating is 33% below average for employers within the Administración y consultoría industry (3.7 stars).

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300 reviews

5.0

May 22, 2023

Amazing company

Product manager

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Culture is very friendly. People genuinely try to help each other. PMP certification is the global standard. Nonprofit adds a sense of purpose. New CEO is awesome and very transparent. Very respected female leaders recently promoted to leadership positions. Remote work and a lot of flexibility provided. Global summit is an amazing experience.

Cons

Sometimes operates in silos. Workload can be intense and deadlines very tight at times. Regional model creates complexity.

Project Management Institute Response

We are thrilled to hear that you enjoy the friendly and helpful culture and the sense of purpose that comes from working at a mission-driven organization. We also appreciate your comments on our new CEO and the recent promotions of many diverse, high performing leaders within the organization. We understand that the complexity and pace of work can be challenging. That’s why the new structure of our organization is designed to put our community at the center of all we do, improve cross-functional collaboration, and streamline work. Your suggestion regarding more in-person events is noted and we will take your advice into consideration. While remote work, global collaboration, and flexibility have become essential aspects of our work culture, we recognize the value of in-person interactions in fostering a sense of unity.

5.0

May 22, 2023

Finally moving in the right direction

Director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

New CEO is implementing long awaited changes. ELT team is finally shaken up and complacent/useless/overpaid senior execs being let go. Loyal high performers have been promoted. Hopefully the new external recruits at leadership level will be better than the ones who were let go. Strategy is refocused on the value created for project managers after previous leadership launched many useless products and focused exclusively on sales, which didn't work, upset many members and caused complete chaos. Regions are finally provided clear direction, plans are much more focused. PMI is still by far the largest organization representing the PM profession globally and is still offering the best development opportunities for employees and volunteers.

Cons

Compensation is not competitive enough. Product portfolio is still a hot mess and requires pruning.

Project Management Institute Response

We appreciate your positive remarks about recently implemented changes. We are committed to continuous improvement and ensuring that the organization remains focused on creating value for the project management community. Regarding your concerns, we understand the importance of competitive pay and we actively review our compensation practices to ensure they align with industry standards. Additionally, we are working on streamlining and optimizing our product portfolio to better serve the needs of our members and certification holders.

5.0

May 16, 2023

Great place to work

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Competitive wages, great people, great leadership. Highly recommend!

Cons

No cons to report at this time. I have had a wonderful experience.

Project Management Institute Response

Thank you for sharing your insights and for being part of the PMI team! Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we will continue to strive for excellence in all aspects of our organization. Your encouragement motivates us to maintain the high standards that have contributed to your positive experience.

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