“This course contains the use of artificial intelligence.”

Course Description:

Prepare for the Green Project Manager – Basic™ (GPM-b™) certification and gain the skills to lead environmentally and socially responsible projects. This course is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge, tools, and frameworks to integrate sustainability into every phase of the project lifecycle—aligned with the P5 Standard and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Through structured modules, you will explore the technical, ethical, and strategic aspects of sustainable project management and prepare to pass the GPM-b™ exam with confidence. The course provides practical insights for engineers, project professionals, and PMO practitioners who are ready to align their projects with global ESG expectations.

Whether you work in construction, infrastructure, energy, IT, or any project-driven sector, this course will show you how to move beyond traditional delivery and contribute to positive, lasting impact.

What You Will Learn:

1. Understand the foundations and principles of sustainable project management

2. Apply the P5 Standard (People, Planet, Prosperity, Process, Product) across the project lifecycle

3. Align projects with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and global sustainability frameworks

4. Integrate ethical governance, transparency, and accountability into your project practices

5. Identify and manage environmental, social, and economic impacts of projects

6. Prepare and qualify for the GPM-b™ exam, including understanding the two core exam domains

7. Embed sustainability in procurement, benefits realization, and risk management

8. Develop strategies to lead sustainable change within technical and business environments

9. Ensure alignment with ESG, compliance, and anti-corruption standards

10. Understand the roles of project managers, sponsors, and PMOs in delivering sustainable outcomes

Who This Course is For:

• Project managers, engineers, and technical professionals delivering projects in any industry

• PMO staff, business analysts, or consultants seeking sustainability credentials

• Professionals preparing for the GPM-b™ certification exam (RPL or non-RPL track)

• Team leaders, department heads, or portfolio managers integrating ESG strategy into operations

• Professionals with PMI certifications (PMP, PgMP, CAPM, etc.) aiming to expand into sustainable practices

• Those working in construction, energy, IT, infrastructure, or development sectors

• Environmental or EHS professionals transitioning into project leadership roles

Course Structure:

This course is aligned with the official GPM-b™ exam framework and includes:

• Overview of sustainability principles and market drivers

• In-depth modules on the P5 Standard and PRiSM methodology

• ESG, SDGs, and global compliance standards

• Ethics, governance, and supply chain transparency

• Exam format, eligibility, domains, and preparation tips

About the GPM-b™ Certification:

• Offered by GPM Global – a leader in sustainable project management

• Two exam formats:

  • RPL path: 75 questions, 90 minutes

  • Non-RPL path: 150 questions, 180 minutes

• Covers two domains: Sustainable Methods and Delivery Methods

• No recertification required – valid for 5 years

Disclosure: This is an independent PMI-GPM® exam preparation course and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or approved by the Project Management Institute (PMI). PMI-GPM® and Project Management Institute® are registered marks of PMI and are used only to identify the certification and examination covered in this course.