Certified Sustainable Project Professional (CSPP)™ Bundle
Certification by: Project Management Institute (PMI)®
- No experience required. This bundle prepares newcomers in Malaysia to apply sustainability frameworks and lead projects with measurable impact.
- Globally Recognized Standard. Built on the P5™ Standard and aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, CSPP™ equips you to manage projects sustainably.
- Fast-Track Your CAPM®. As a PMI® Authorized Training Partner at Premier level, this bundle counts toward 9 of the 23 hours needed for your CAPM® application.
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Certified Sustainable Project Professional (CSPP)™
Duration: Self-Paced Course
Training Fee: RM 2,500.00
HRD Corp Claimable Course
Course Overview
The Certified Sustainable Project Professional (CSPP)™ Bundle is designed for those ready to start their project management journey and build skills that stand out from day one.
Learn to turn sustainability into real-world execution with practical tools to uncover hidden value, reduce risk and lead resilient projects.
Grounded in the P5™ Standard and aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, you’ll gain the foundation to deliver projects that meet evolving expectations and create measurable impact from the start.
Included in this Bundle
- CSPP™ Exam
- CSPP™ Exam Prep Course
Exam Content Outline (ECO)
Download the CSPP Exam Content Outline for details about the exam, eligibility and the application process.
About the Exam
- Exam length – 145 questions
- Exam time – 175 minutes
- Languages – English
PDU Breakdown
- Ways of Working – 8
- Business Acumem – 6
- Power Skills – 6
The CSPP certification counts towards 9 of the 23 training hours required to apply for the CAPM® certification.
You’re almost there! Go for your CAPM® certification next.
Who Should Attend
- Fresh graduates and early-career job seekers entering the workforce without prior project management experience
- Students and recent diploma/degree holders looking for an entry-level credential to stand out in the job market
- CAPM-track candidates needing to fulfill the 23 training hours required for CAPM application
- Corporate staff newly assigned ESG, CSR, or sustainability reporting duties without formal project management background
- HR and L&D coordinators seeking foundational sustainability training for non-PM staff under HRD Corp claims
- Career switchers exploring project management as a new field, drawn in through the sustainability angle
- Individuals with no formal project background who want a starting credential before pursuing CAPM or PMP
Learning Outcomes
Apply sustainability frameworks, including Projects integrating Sustainable Methods (PRiSM), business case development, P5 impact analysis, sustainability planning, procurement and ESG reporting.
Course Outline
Introduction and Core Concepts
Build a foundation in sustainable project management grounded on the sustainability imperative, the Triple Bottom Line, ESG and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Learn core project management concepts, including project scope, constraints and project planning structures.
Sustainability Integration and Business Case
Learn how sustainability is integrated into project delivery through the PRiSM lifecycle approach and understand how sustainability considerations inform strategy and the development of a strong project business case.
Utilizing the P5 Standard
Apply the P5 Standard for Sustainability in Project Management to evaluate project impacts on people, planet, and prosperity. Practice conducting a P5 Impact Analysis to identify, assess and mitigate sustainability impacts.
Lead Sustainable Planning and Project Success
Develop a Sustainability Management Plan, define sustainability KPIs, and understand the competencies of sustainable project managers. Define project success in both current and long-term sustainability contexts.
Core Project Planning and Delivery
Strengthen core project planning practices, including requirements gathering, design thinking, work and product breakdown structures. Estimate costs and duration, stakeholder engagement, and identify and respond to risks and opportunities.
Sustainable Procurement
Understand how procurement decisions influence sustainability outcomes. Explore ethical sourcing, supplier sustainability considerations, and the fundamentals of supplier selection, contract types and contract management.
Project Controls (Budget, Schedule, and Change)
Learn how to translate estimates into project budgets, apply basic earned value concepts, build schedules and critical paths, and manage project changes through structured change control processes.
ESG Reporting, Communications, and Key Takeaways
Explore how project communications connect to ESG and sustainability reporting, and review key principles for delivering projects that create environmental, social and economic value.
About CSSP Certification
Apply after completing exam prep course
Apply for the CSPP certification in myPMI.
During the application process, you will:
Enter a qualifying secondary degree
Demonstrate completion of the 20 hours of sustainability training
Get ready for exam day
You’re one step closer to advancing your career.
Once your application is accepted, you’ll be able to schedule your exam. You’ll receive an email outlining next steps.
What to Expect on Exam Day
- Format: 145 multiple-choice questions
- Time: You’ll have 175 minutes to complete the exam.
- Associated exam content:
12% Foundations of Sustainable Project Work
23% PRiSM (Project Integrating Sustainable Methods) Life Cycle Approach
24% P5 Standard: Sustainability and Impact Analysis
12% Developing a Sustainability Management Plan based on Sustainability Standards
7% ESG & Sustainability Reporting, Governance, and Project Communications
23% Project Management Considerations
Breaks: Includes one 10-minute break
Delivery Options: You can take your exam in person at a Pearson Vue Testing Center (recommended) or securely online.
If testing online, be sure to run a system test, choose a private space, and have a valid photo ID ready. Learn how to prepare.
Exam Retake: You may attempt the exam up to three times in one year if you don’t pass.
Exam Details
| Exam length | Exam time | Exam Language | Exam Attempts |
| 145 questions | 175 minutes | English | You may attempt the exam up to three times in one year if you don’t pass. |
CSSP Prerequisites
- 20 hours of formal education related to Sustainability in Project Management Included in the bundle, fullfils this requirement
- High school diploma, GED or global equivalent)
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The PMI-CPMAI has no prior experience or certification requirements. However, familiarity with project management fundamentals and basic AI concepts is an advantage.
The program consists of two components: PMI’s official 21-hour self-paced online course, which you complete at your own pace, and Skillet’s 1-day instructor-led exam prep session designed to reinforce key concepts and prepare you for the exam.
You have 90 days to complete the self-paced course. Once completed, you have 1 year from the date of purchase to pass the exam.
Your first exam attempt is included in the bundle. If you do not pass, PMI allows up to 2 additional attempts within your 1-year eligibility period at an additional cost.
The exam is available at Pearson VUE test centers (recommended) or online via Pearson VUE’s OnVUE proctored platform.
Completing the course makes you eligible to sit for the exam. You will receive the PMI-CPMAI certification upon passing the exam.
You are required to earn 30 PDUs every 3 years to maintain your PMI-CPMAI certification.
Yes. This course is HRD Corp claimable for eligible Malaysian employers. Contact us for more details.