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PMI free online course for entrepreneurs
The five‑hour PMI Foundations course covers cash flow, customer validation and growth planning, and is open to anyone with internet access.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Project Management Institute (PMI) announced a free online course, PMI Foundations: Project Management for Entrepreneurs, aimed at aspiring and early‑stage entrepreneurs, side‑hustle creators, freelancers and small‑business owners. The five‑hour program, launched on 9 Oct 2026, teaches cash‑flow management, customer validation, project planning and sustainable growth, using templates, reflection exercises, founder insights and AI‑supported brainstorming.
PMI says no formal business or project‑management experience is required. George Asamani, managing director for sub‑Saharan Africa at PMI, told bizcommunity.com that creators need to understand the costs behind brand deals and that project management helps them plan resources wisely.
The course also addresses common challenges such as workload management, effective communication and building support systems, and is available for free via PMI’s website.
Key facts
- PMI launched a free online course called PMI Foundations: Project Management for Entrepreneurs on 9 Oct 2026. (bizcommunity.com)
- The course lasts five hours and covers cash‑flow, customer validation, project planning and growth. (bizcommunity.com)
- George Asamani, PMI’s managing director for sub‑Saharan Africa, said creators need to understand business costs. (bizcommunity.com)
- No prior business or project‑management experience is required to enroll. (bizcommunity.com)
- The course is accessible for free through PMI’s website. (bizcommunity.com)
Sources
- [1] bizcommunity.com — originally reported as “PMI launches free course for aspiring entrepreneurs”
