CAPM4Students

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CAPM4Students

 

Are you a student looking to boost your career with real-world project management skills?

The CAPM4Students program gives you the opportunity to earn the internationally recognized Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) certification from PMI while still in university.

This program is designed specifically for students in the Netherlands who wish to establish a solid foundation in project management and enhance their future career prospects. Whether you're studying engineering, business, IT, or anything in between, CAPM® adds value to your degree.

The CAPM certification, issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI), is one of the most widely recognized entry-level credentials in the field of project management. It demonstrates that you understand the principles, terminology, and practices of effective project management—and shows employers you're ready to contribute to real projects.

By earning your CAPM as a student, you:

  • Strengthen your CV and stand out to employers
  • Learn the fundamentals of project management before entering the workforce
  • Increase your chances of landing internships and graduate jobs
  • Join the global PMI network of professionals

If you're enrolled at one of the following universities and qualify with the minimum course hours in management, you're eligible to apply through your institution:

  • Hogeschool Utrecht - Damir Cice
  • TU Delft - Marian Bosch-Rekveldt
  • Hogeschool van Amsterdam (HvA) - Peter Laan
  • University of Twente - Marcus V Pereira Pessoa

To join, please get in touch with the faculty representative or course coordinator at your university for the specific sign-up procedure and application timeline.

If you're a student at another university and are interested in participating or partnering, please get in touch with us directly.

What’s Included in the Program?

As a participant in the CAPM4Students program, you receive:

  • High-quality training to prepare for the CAPM exam
  • Enrollment in the official CAPM® exam, fully arranged for you
  • PMI Global membership and PMI Netherlands Chapter membership
  • Access to a network of project professionals, mentors, and peers

The training is tailored for students and delivered by experienced PMI-certified trainers.

2025 Program Details

  • Training Days: Two in-person sessions in November 2025
  • Location: Centralized training site in the Netherlands (TBA)
  • Application Deadline: Early October 2025
  • Student Contribution: €150 (the rest is covered by PMI Netherlands Chapter)

Due to limited spots and high demand, a strict commitment policy applies. Students are expected to attend both training days and complete the exam preparation.


If you have questions about the program, application process, or how to bring CAPM4Students to your university, feel free to contact: academic-outreach@pmi-nl.nl or lead-ao@pmi-nl.nl

 

 

Testimonials

Max Ligtenberg - Healthcare Consultant

The CAPM course doesn’t just equip you with essential tools and techniques — it gives you a real head start in your career. It helped me quickly get up to speed in project environments and understand the broader context in which I was operating as a project member. Now, working as a project manager in healthcare innovation, I still regularly use Anton’s pocket guide as a quick reference to assess project areas and identify opportunities for improvement. From this perspective, I can wholeheartedly recommend the CAPM course to anyone looking to build a solid foundation in project management.

Meredith Stoutenburg - Project Manager

The CAPM training added significant value to my daily work as a project professional, even during the training phase. The CAPM program provides a strong foundation in Project Management principles and methodologies, as outlined in the PMBOK® GUIDE. It has enabled me to approach projects with more structure, clearer guidance, and sharper analysis. From planning to execution, I now manage projects with greater focus and confidence. For anyone looking to deepen their understanding of professional Project Management or aiming for a career in project environments, the CAPM is a highly relevant and valuable step. It has broadened my theoretical knowledge and strengthened my practical skills.