Cognitive Project Management in AI (CPMAI)™ v7 – Legacy
Exam Code: CPMAI v7
Cognitive Project Management in AI (CPMAI)™ v7 is a legacy AI project-management certification. PMI introduced PMI-CPMAI on 30 September 2025, replacing CPMAI v7 with an updated certification path.
- Exam Breakdown
- Domain Breakdown
- Access Breakdown
Exam Overview
The CPMAI exam validates knowledge and applied judgment across the current PMI certification framework.
- Exam Code: CPMAI v7
- Level: Professional certification
- Duration: Not officially disclosed for a currently available exam; CPMAI v7 has been replaced.
- Passing Score: Not officially disclosed by PMI.
- Number of Questions: Not officially disclosed for a currently available exam.
Exam Structure
The CPMAI exam assesses practical decision-making across the published certification domains.
- Question Types: Legacy computer-based examination; new CPMAI v7 registration is no longer the current PMI certification path.
- Number of Questions: Not officially disclosed for a currently available exam.
- Hands-On or Performance-Based Items: Not officially disclosed by the certification provider.
Exam Policies
Before completing CPMAI exam registration, review the provider’s current application, identification, security, appointment, and retake rules.
- Rescheduling: For PMI exams, reschedule through the PMI/Pearson VUE account. Changes made within 30 days may incur a fee, and appointments generally cannot be changed within 48 hours. For GPM-b, follow the terms displayed in the official platform.
- Cancellation: Cancel through the official scheduling account within the applicable deadline. Late cancellation or nonattendance may forfeit the full exam payment.
- Retake Policy: PMI candidates may attempt an examination up to three times within the one-year eligibility period. Legacy or GPM candidates must follow the current provider-specific terms.
- Retake Fee: Each additional attempt may require a new CPMAI exam fee; verify the amount shown in the official account before scheduling.
Certification Validity and Renewal Options
Passing the current CPMAI exam earns the corresponding credential, subject to the provider’s certification and transition rules.
- Validity: PMI certifications use a three-year CCR cycle. Legacy CPMAI and transitioning GPM-b holders should follow the specific transition guidance shown by the provider.
- Renewal Options: Earn and report Refer to PMI transition guidance PDUs during each applicable cycle and pay the renewal fee, or follow the current transition requirements where this is a legacy or transitioning credential.
Exam Fee
- Base Fee: Not officially disclosed for a currently available exam; use the replacement PMI-CPMAI certification pricing.
- Taxes: Applicable VAT, GST, or similar charges may be added, so the final CPMAI certification cost depends on membership status, region, billing location, and the amount displayed at checkout.
- Example (India): Apply 18% GST to the official checkout price where GST is charged. Because the provider does not publish one fixed India base price for this credential, the final total must be confirmed at checkout.
Prerequisites
Before attempting the CPMAI exam, confirm that you meet the following current eligibility requirements:
- CPMAI v7 is no longer PMI’s current certification for new candidates.
- Existing holders and unfinished legacy candidates should follow PMI’s official CPMAI-to-PMI-CPMAI transition FAQ.
- New learners should enroll in the current PMI-CPMAI pathway, which requires its official exam-prep course.
Exam Topics
The official CPMAI syllabus covers the following areas:
- Transition Status – CPMAI v7 was replaced by PMI-CPMAI on 30 September 2025.
- AI Project Foundations – The legacy program addressed AI terminology, lifecycle thinking, and project framing.
- Business Understanding – It connected AI opportunities to objectives, value, feasibility, and measurable outcomes.
- Data Understanding and Preparation – It emphasized data quality, readiness, governance, and iterative exploration.
- Model Development and Operationalization – It addressed development, evaluation, deployment, adoption, and monitoring.
- Current Path – New candidates should follow the official PMI-CPMAI Exam Content Outline, course, and certification process.
Intended Audience
The CPMAI exam is intended for professionals such as:
- Existing CPMAI v7 Holders
- Legacy CPMAI Candidates
- AI Project Managers
- Technical Project Managers
- AI Consultants
- Data Leaders
- Professionals Transitioning to PMI-CPMAI
Career Opportunities
The knowledge validated by the CPMAI exam supports roles such as:
- AI Project Manager
- Technical Project Manager
- AI Program Coordinator
- Data and AI Consultant
- AI Product Manager
- Digital Transformation Lead
Average Salary (Approximate)
Approximate project-management salary ranges are based on current Glassdoor market data. Salaries vary depending on experience, employer, location, job role, and industry.
- United States: approximately $63,000–$175,000 USD per year
- India: approximately ₹8,50,000–₹23,12,500 INR per year
- United Kingdom: approximately £38,000–£72,000 GBP per year
- UAE: approximately AED 156,000–AED 348,000 per year
Exam Delivery Options
Current delivery information for CPMAI exam registration:
- Delivery Method: New candidates should use the current PMI-CPMAI certification and delivery process..
- Online Proctored Exam: Available only where the provider lists it for the selected certification and location.
- Online Rules: Use a compatible computer, webcam, microphone, stable connection, private workspace, and acceptable government-issued identification.
- Test Center Rules: Arrive early with acceptable identification and store prohibited personal items as directed by testing staff.
Exam Registration
Follow these steps to complete CPMAI exam registration:
- Visit the official certification portal: https://www.pmi.org/certifications
- Create or sign in to the official account, review eligibility, and submit the required application or purchase.
- After approval or required training, choose the available exam delivery method, date, and time.
- Review the final CPMAI exam fee, taxes, identification rules, and appointment policies before confirming payment.
After Passing the Exam
After passing the CPMAI exam, verify the credential and maintenance requirements in the official account:
- Review the official result notice and allow the provider’s stated processing time for the certification record and digital badge.
- Access the official certification and badge resources: https://www.pmi.org/certifications/certification-resources/digital-badges
- Confirm the credential status, accept the digital badge where offered, and track renewal or transition requirements.
Why the CPMAI Certification Is Worth It
- Validate current knowledge across the CPMAI syllabus
- Build credibility for relevant project, program, portfolio, specialist, or leadership roles
- Demonstrate structured decision-making and commitment to professional development
- Make the CPMAI certification cost a focused investment in career capability and recognized practice
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Cognitive Project Management in AI (CPMAI)™ v7 – Legacy
Turn Knowledge into Credible Professional Practice
The CPMAI exam connects published standards with realistic decisions, giving employers clear evidence that candidates can apply the discipline, not just repeat terminology.
Strengthen Role-Specific Career Value
The CPMAI syllabus focuses preparation on capabilities that matter in the certification’s target roles, helping professionals communicate expertise with a recognized credential.
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Certification maintenance or transition requirements encourage ongoing learning, helping holders keep pace with changing tools, expectations, governance, and delivery practices.
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FAQ
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Can new candidates still register for CPMAI v7?
PMI replaced CPMAI v7 with PMI-CPMAI on 30 September 2025; new candidates should use the current PMI-CPMAI pathway.
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Is the CPMAI methodology disappearing?
No. PMI’s transition guidance distinguishes the continuing methodology from the updated certification and branding.
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What should an existing CPMAI holder do?
Follow PMI’s transition FAQ and account-specific instructions for recognition or migration options.
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Are old CPMAI learning products the current exam syllabus?
No. Candidates preparing now should use the PMI-CPMAI course and current Exam Content Outline.
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Why keep a legacy CPMAI information page?
It helps existing holders and candidates understand the transition without confusing the retired credential with the current PMI-CPMAI certification.
