Blended learning

Basic Certificate in Project Management (GPM)

Your first project management certification on the IPMA career ladder

This blended learning is held in German.
As a project employee , you want to learn basic project management methods and contribute to the success of your project. This training course, which prepares you for certification, consists of an e-learning course, two webinars and a seminar day (face-to-face or online), supplemented by practical exercises. Based on the IPMA Competence Baseline (ICB 4.0), you will learn and train everything you need to understand the language of project management and make your contribution to the success of your project. Get fit for the GPM/IPMA basic certification!
Module 1: Webinar
approx. 90 min
Kick-off
Kick-off
  • Getting to know the trainer, learning group, learning objectives and methods.
  • Procedure of the certification training.
  • Agree on learning steps, introduction to the topic.
Module 2: E-Learning
12 hours
Self-learning phase 1: Project management basics IPMA / e-learning
Self-learning phase 1: Project management basics IPMA / e-learning
  • Basic project management principles and definitions.
  • Sample questions for the basic exam.
Module 3: Webinar
approx. 120 min
Interactive exchange in the group
Interactive exchange in the group
  • Processing of open questions.
  • Discussion of the e-learning.
  • Entry into the 2nd self-learning phase.
Module 4: Learning impulses
approx. 8 hours
Self-study phase 2
Self-study phase 2
  • Processing of a practical example.
  • Deepening the learning content.
  • Sample questions for the basic exam.
Module 5: Classroom seminar
1 day
Wrap-up: Learning content and exam preparation
Wrap-up: Learning content and exam preparation
  • Discussion and exchange of own practical examples.
  • Summary of the most important contents.
  • Mock exam.

Note: The exam is not an integral part of the seminar.

Contents

The basics of project management

  • The definition of project management according to IPMA.
  • Basic concepts and PM philosophy.

The project organization

  • Understand the basic structure of projects.
  • What lies behind project steering and management.
  • Cooperation between the standard organization and the project.
  • The different roles and tasks in the project.

The project start and project planning phase

  • The essentials to start with: clarifying the order.
  • The definition of the project objectives.
  • Successful stakeholder and risk management.
  • Planning: project phase and project structure plan.

Teamwork and the contribution of the individual to the success of the project

  • The hallmarks of teamwork.
  • Team roles and personality types.
  • Promote team development.
  • Communication and collaboration in teams.
  • Time and self-management as project employees.

Project implementation and project completion

  • Understanding the project controlling process.
  • Status meetings - what they are for and how they succeed.
  • Dealing with change.
  • Write project reports.
  • At the end: project completion.

Learning environment

In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this qualification measure after you have registered.

Your benefit

  • You understand and learn the language of project management.
  • You will learn the methodical basics of project management.
  • You can make your contribution to the project and its success.
  • They know which content is relevant for the exam and prepare specifically for the exam.

After attending this seminar, you will receive a confirmation of 18.00 PDUs.

Methods

Presentations, case discussions, group work on participants' real projects, continuous feedback

The following third-party tool can be used in the event:

Recommended for

project employees, newcomers to project management who understand projects and want to actively and constructively contribute to project work. There are no admission requirements.

Final examination

The three training days required by the GPM/IPMA consist of one e-learning, two webinars and one seminar day (face-to-face or online). The (optional) exam does not take place as part of the training, but the trainer will provide you with detailed advice and support on questions relating to the exam. The examination fee of currently € 225 plus 7% VAT is not included in the seminar price. The certificate is recognized as a prerequisite for an upgrade to IPMA Level D.

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Further recommendations for "Basic Certificate Project Management (GPM)"

Module 1: Webinar
approx. 90 min
Kick-off
Kick-off
  • Getting to know the trainer, learning group, learning objectives and methods.
  • Procedure of the certification training.
  • Agree on learning steps, introduction to the topic.
Module 2: E-Learning
12 hours
Self-learning phase 1: Project management basics IPMA / e-learning
Self-learning phase 1: Project management basics IPMA / e-learning
  • Basic project management principles and definitions.
  • Sample questions for the basic exam.
Module 3: Webinar
approx. 120 min
Interactive exchange in the group
Interactive exchange in the group
  • Processing of open questions.
  • Discussion of the e-learning.
  • Entry into the 2nd self-learning phase.
Module 4: Learning impulses
approx. 8 hours
Self-study phase 2
Self-study phase 2
  • Processing of a practical example.
  • Deepening the learning content.
  • Sample questions for the basic exam.
Module 5: training training
1 day
Wrap-up: Learning content and exam preparation
Wrap-up: Learning content and exam preparation
  • Discussion and exchange of own practical examples.
  • Summary of the most important contents.
  • Mock exam.

Note: The exam is not an integral part of the seminar.

Contents

The basics of project management

  • The definition of project management according to IPMA.
  • Basic concepts and PM philosophy.

The project organization

  • Understand the basic structure of projects.
  • What lies behind project steering and management.
  • Cooperation between the standard organization and the project.
  • The different roles and tasks in the project.

The project start and project planning phase

  • The essentials to start with: clarifying the order.
  • The definition of the project objectives.
  • Successful stakeholder and risk management.
  • Planning: project phase and project structure plan.

Teamwork and the contribution of the individual to the success of the project

  • The hallmarks of teamwork.
  • Team roles and personality types.
  • Promote team development.
  • Communication and collaboration in teams.
  • Time and self-management as project employees.

Project implementation and project completion

  • Understanding the project controlling process.
  • Status meetings - what they are for and how they succeed.
  • Dealing with change.
  • Write project reports.
  • At the end: project completion.

Learning environment

In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this qualification measure after you have registered.

Your benefit

  • You understand and learn the language of project management.
  • You will learn the methodical basics of project management.
  • You can make your contribution to the project and its success.
  • They know which content is relevant for the exam and prepare specifically for the exam.

After attending this seminar, you will receive a confirmation of 18.00 PDUs.

Methods

Presentations, case discussions, group work on participants' real projects, continuous feedback

Recommended for

project employees, newcomers to project management who understand projects and want to actively and constructively contribute to project work. There are no admission requirements.

Final examination

The three training days required by the GPM/IPMA consist of one e-learning, two webinars and one seminar day (face-to-face or online). The (optional) exam does not take place as part of the training, but the trainer will provide you with detailed advice and support on questions relating to the exam. The examination fee of currently € 225 plus 7% VAT is not included in the seminar price. The certificate is recognized as a prerequisite for an upgrade to IPMA Level D.

Open Badges - Show what you can do digitally too.

Open Badges are recognized, digital certificates of participation. These verifiable credentials are the current standard for integration in career networks such as LinkedIn.

With them, you digitally demonstrate the competences you possess. After successful completion, you will receive an Open Badge from us.

Read more

Further recommendations for "Basic Certificate Project Management (GPM)"

Seminar evaluation for "Basic Certificate Project Management (GPM)"

4.1 from 5
with 164 ratings
training content:
3.8
Content comprehensibility:
4.2
Practical relevance:
3.8
Trainer expertise:
4.7
Participant orientation:
4.4
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Overview of PDU points
PDUs In-person with Online (18.00)
PDU Ways of Working:
18.00
PDU Power Skills:
0.00
PDU Business Acumen:
0.00

Total PDUs:
18.00
PDUs Online (18.00)
PDU Ways of Working:
18.00
PDU Power Skills:
0.00
PDU Business Acumen:
0.00

Total PDUs:
18.00
Already PMI®-certified? Then collect PDUs!

If you are already PMI®-certified, you must continuously collect so-called PDUs (Professional Development Units) in order to maintain your certification. As a Project Management Professional PMP®, for example, you need 60 PDUs within three years, 35 of which must be in the "Education" category. All further training measures must be selected in such a way that, in total, each of the 3 competence fields of the "Talent Triangle®"

  • Ways of Working
  • Power Skills
  • Business Acumen

PMI Talent Triangle®

Each of them is covered with a minimum of 8 PDUs. The remaining training PDUs can be selected between the competencies. Haufe Akademie is an Authorized Training Partner of PMI ® and authorized to grant PDUs for participation in qualification measures. To this end, we have created an overview of the number of PDUs per offer for you:

PMI, PMP, the PMI Registered Education Provider logo, the Talent Triangle, and the Talent Triangle logo are registered trademarks of Project Management Institute, Inc.

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Overview of PDU points
PDUs presence_and_online (18.00)
PDU Ways of Working:
18.00
PDU Power Skills:
0.00
PDU Business Acumen:
0.00

Total PDUs:
18.00
PDUs online (18.00)
PDU Ways of Working:
18.00
PDU Power Skills:
0.00
PDU Business Acumen:
0.00

Total PDUs:
18.00
Already PMI®-certified? Then collect PDUs!

If you are already PMI®-certified, you must continuously collect so-called PDUs (Professional Development Units) in order to maintain your certification. As a Project Management Professional PMP®, for example, you need 60 PDUs within three years, 35 of which must be in the "Education" category. All further training measures must be selected in such a way that, in total, each of the 3 competence fields of the "Talent Triangle®"

  • Ways of Working
  • Power Skills
  • Business Acumen

PMI Talent Triangle®

Each of them is covered with a minimum of 8 PDUs. The remaining training PDUs can be selected between the competencies. Haufe Akademie is an Authorized Training Partner of PMI ® and authorized to grant PDUs for participation in qualification measures. To this end, we have created an overview of the number of PDUs per offer for you:

PMI, PMP, the PMI Registered Education Provider logo, the Talent Triangle, and the Talent Triangle logo are registered trademarks of Project Management Institute, Inc.

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10.07.2025
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Start 11:00 am, end approx. 12:30 pm
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Date
24.07.2025
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Date
14.08.2025
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28.07.2025
Berlin
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centrovital Hotel
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Brauereihof 6, 13585 Berlin
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Modules
2 webinars of 90 minutes each, 12 hours e-learning, 1 day training
Webinar
Kick-off
Date
28.07.2025
Course
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Start 11:00 am, end approx. 12:30 pm
Webinar
Interactive exchange in the group
Date
11.08.2025
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Start 11:00 am, end approx. 1:00 pm
Classroom seminar
Wrap-up: Learning content and exam preparation
Date
02.09.2025
Venue
centrovital Hotel
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 17:00
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The participation fee includes

  • one joint lunch per full seminar day,
  • Catering during breaks and
  • extensive working documents.

The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.

29.07.2025
Live online
Booking number: 33697
€ 1.440,- plus VAT.
€ 1,713.60 incl. VAT.
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Modules
2 webinars of 90 minutes each, 12 hours e-learning, 1 day training
Webinar
Kick-off
Date
29.07.2025
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 11:00 am, end approx. 12:30 pm
Webinar
Interactive exchange in the group
Date
12.08.2025
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 11:00 am, end approx. 1:00 pm
training training
Wrap-up: Learning content and exam preparation
Date
08.09.2025
Course
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Start 09:00, end approx. 17:00
05.09.2025
Live online
Booking number: 33697
€ 1.440,- plus VAT.
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2 webinars of 90 minutes each, 12 hours e-learning, 1 day training
Webinar
Kick-off
Date
05.09.2025
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 11:00 am, end approx. 12:30 pm
Webinar
Interactive exchange in the group
Date
19.09.2025
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 11:00 am, end approx. 1:00 pm
training training
Wrap-up: Learning content and exam preparation
Date
10.10.2025
Course
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Start 09:00, end approx. 17:00
29.09.2025
Frankfurt a. M./Kelsterbach
Booking number: 1853
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Vienna House Easy Frankfurt Airport
Vienna House Easy Frankfurt Airport
Am Weiher 20, 65451 Frankfurt a. M./Kelsterbach
Room rate: € 88,12 plus VAT.
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Modules
2 webinars of 90 minutes each, 12 hours e-learning, 1 day training
Webinar
Kick-off
Date
29.09.2025
Course
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Schedule
Start 11:00 am, end approx. 12:30 pm
Webinar
Interactive exchange in the group
Date
14.10.2025
Course
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Start 11:00 am, end approx. 1:00 pm
Classroom seminar
Wrap-up: Learning content and exam preparation
Date
05.11.2025
Venue
Vienna House Easy Frankfurt Airport
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 17:00
Fee includes

The participation fee includes

  • one joint lunch per full seminar day,
  • Catering during breaks and
  • extensive working documents.

The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.

15.10.2025
Live online
Booking number: 33697
€ 1.440,- plus VAT.
€ 1,713.60 incl. VAT.
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Modules
2 webinars of 90 minutes each, 12 hours e-learning, 1 day training
Webinar
Kick-off
Date
15.10.2025
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 11:00 am, end approx. 12:30 pm
Webinar
Interactive exchange in the group
Date
03.11.2025
Course
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Start 11:00 am, end approx. 1:00 pm
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Wrap-up: Learning content and exam preparation
Date
26.11.2025
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10.11.2025
Cologne
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Mercure Hotel Köln West
Mercure Hotel Cologne West
Horbeller Str. 1, 50858 Cologne
Room rate: € 102,79 plus VAT.
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Modules
2 webinars of 90 minutes each, 12 hours e-learning, 1 day training
Webinar
Kick-off
Date
10.11.2025
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 11:00 am, end approx. 12:30 pm
Webinar
Interactive exchange in the group
Date
24.11.2025
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Start 11:00 am, end approx. 1:00 pm
Classroom seminar
Wrap-up: Learning content and exam preparation
Date
18.12.2025
Venue
Mercure Hotel Köln West
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 17:00
Fee includes

The participation fee includes

  • one joint lunch per full seminar day,
  • Catering during breaks and
  • extensive working documents.

The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.

12.11.2025
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Booking number: 33697
€ 1.440,- plus VAT.
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Modules
2 webinars of 90 minutes each, 12 hours e-learning, 1 day training
Webinar
Kick-off
Date
12.11.2025
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 11:00 am, end approx. 12:30 pm
Webinar
Interactive exchange in the group
Date
01.12.2025
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 11:00 am, end approx. 1:00 pm
training training
Wrap-up: Learning content and exam preparation
Date
22.12.2025
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Start 09:00, end approx. 17:00
17.11.2025
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Modules
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Date
17.11.2025
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Start 11:00 am, end approx. 12:30 pm
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Date
08.12.2025
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training training
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Date
14.01.2026
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Start 09:00, end approx. 17:00
12.01.2026
Munich/Feldkirchen
Booking number: 1853
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Mercure Hotel Hamburg City
Mercure Hotel Hamburg City
Amsinckstraße 53, 20097 Hamburg
Room rate: € 120,27 plus VAT.
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Modules
2 webinars of 90 minutes each, 12 hours e-learning, 1 day training
Webinar
Kick-off
Date
12.01.2026
Course
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Start 11:00 am, end approx. 12:30 pm
Webinar
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Date
26.01.2026
Course
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Schedule
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Classroom seminar
Wrap-up: Learning content and exam preparation
Date
27.03.2026
Venue
Mercure Hotel Hamburg City
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 17:00
Fee includes

The participation fee includes

  • one joint lunch per full seminar day,
  • Catering during breaks and
  • extensive working documents.

The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.

19.01.2026
Live online
Booking number: 33697
€ 1.440,- plus VAT.
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Modules
2 webinars of 90 minutes each, 12 hours e-learning, 1 day training
Webinar
Kick-off
Date
19.01.2026
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 11:00 am, end approx. 12:30 pm
Webinar
Interactive exchange in the group
Date
02.02.2026
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 11:00 am, end approx. 1:00 pm
training training
Wrap-up: Learning content and exam preparation
Date
23.02.2026
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 17:00
12.02.2026
Live online
Booking number: 33697
€ 1.440,- plus VAT.
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Course
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Modules
2 webinars of 90 minutes each, 12 hours e-learning, 1 day training
Webinar
Kick-off
Date
12.02.2026
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 11:00 am, end approx. 12:30 pm
Webinar
Interactive exchange in the group
Date
25.02.2026
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 11:00 am, end approx. 1:00 pm
training training
Wrap-up: Learning content and exam preparation
Date
16.03.2026
Course
zoom
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Start 09:00, end approx. 17:00
16.02.2026
Hamburg
Booking number: 1853
€ 1.440,- plus VAT.
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Hotel Bauer Feldkirchen
Hotel Bauer Feldkirchen
Münchner Str. 6, 85622 Munich/Feldkirchen
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2 webinars of 90 minutes each, 12 hours e-learning, 1 day training
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10.02.2026
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Hotel Bauer Feldkirchen
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 17:00
Webinar
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Date
16.02.2026
Course
zoom
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Start 11:00 am, end approx. 12:30 pm
Webinar
Interactive exchange in the group
Date
02.03.2026
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 11:00 am, end approx. 1:00 pm
Fee includes

The participation fee includes

  • one joint lunch per full seminar day,
  • Catering during breaks and
  • extensive working documents.

The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.

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2 webinars of 90 minutes each, 12 hours e-learning, 1 day training
Fee includes

The participation fee includes

  • one joint lunch per full seminar day,
  • Catering during breaks and
  • extensive working documents.

The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.

Booking number: 33697
€ 1.440,- plus VAT.
€ 1,713.60 incl. VAT.
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