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Exam Information
Official specifications published by GIAC
Exam Format
180 min
115
70%
Management
Registration
$999 USD
Pearson VUE, ProctorU, or online proctoring
Validity
4 years
Earn 36 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits
GCPM Exam Topics and Domains
GCPM is organized into 11 weighted domains.
1
Project Management Frameworks and Delivering Value
Project Management Methodologies
Traditional Waterfall ApproachAgile Methodologies
- Understand different project management methodologies
- Apply appropriate methodology based on project context
2
Planning Performance Domain
Project Planning
Scope ManagementSchedule Management
- Develop comprehensive project plans
- Create work breakdown structures
- Establish realistic schedules
3
Earned Value Technique (EVT)
Earned Value Management
EVM Metrics
- Calculate earned value metrics
- Interpret performance indices
- Forecast project completion
4
Effective Communication
Communication Management
Communication Planning
- Develop communication plans
- Manage stakeholder communications
- Facilitate effective meetings
5
Leadership and Management Strategy
Team Leadership
Team Development
- Apply leadership principles
- Manage team dynamics
- Resolve conflicts effectively
6
Managing Project Quality
Quality Management
Quality Planning and Assurance
- Implement quality management processes
- Define quality metrics
- Conduct quality audits
7
Risk and Uncertainty Management
Risk Management
Risk Identification and Analysis
- Identify project risks
- Analyze risk probability and impact
- Develop risk response strategies
8
Stakeholder Performance Domain
Stakeholder Management
Stakeholder Engagement
- Identify and analyze stakeholders
- Develop engagement strategies
- Manage stakeholder expectations
9
Team Performance Domain
Team Management
Team Performance
- Measure team performance
- Optimize team collaboration
- Manage virtual teams
10
Procurement and Contract Management
Procurement Management
Contract Types and Administration
- Select appropriate contract types
- Manage vendor relationships
- Administer contracts effectively
11
Cybersecurity Project Management
Security-Specific Considerations
Security Project Planning
- Integrate security into project planning
- Manage compliance requirements
- Coordinate security testing
How do I earn this certification?
Passing GCPM earns the GIAC Certified Project Manager certification. It sits in the Management/Leadership track.
Alternative Paths
- GSOM - GIAC Security Operations Manager Alternative management certification (ACTIVE)
- GCIL - GIAC Cyber Incident Leader Incident response leadership focus (ACTIVE)
- GSLC - GIAC Security Leadership Security leadership certification
- GSTRT - GIAC Strategic Planning, Policy, and LeadershipStrategic leadership focus
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
RETIRED
Who should take this exam?
- Experience in project management
- Knowledge of IT security projects
- Understanding of project management methodologies