ISO 21502:2020

What is ISO 21502?

ISO 21502 provides organisations with guidelines for project management that are applicable to any sector or project, regardless of purpose, delivery approaches, life cycle model used, complexity, size, cost or duration.

Once certified, organisations can proudly promote themselves as certificate holders in any of their promotional materials and can include the URS certification logo free of charge.

Who requires an ISO 21502 certification?

Any organisation or individual involved in project management would benefit from being certified for ISO 21502. Applicable job roles include:

• Project managers


• Project sponsors


• Team members


• Executives

How can ISO 21502 benefit your business?

Becoming certified for ISO 21502 can bring a wide range of benefits to your organisation, including:

• Improved project outcomes


• Effective risk management


• Stakeholder satisfaction


• Enhanced credibility

How can you prepare for an ISO 21502 Certification?

Although the thought of starting the certification process may seem daunting, there are a variety of steps you can take to make the process to becoming certified far more streamlined:

 

• Familiarise yourself with the ISO 21502 standard


• Pursue practical experience to gain real world knowledge


• Carry out a gap analysis to highlight areas in your project management practices that require improvement


• Enrol in a training program

What are the key requirements ISO 21502?

When working towards becoming certified for ISO 21502, there are various areas that will be a focus during the audit. These areas include:

 

• Project lifecycle management


• Risk management


• Performance measurement


• Stakeholder engagement

What clauses make up the structure of ISO 21502?

Clauses 1-3 – Introductory clauses:

The first three clauses of ISO 21502 are used to introduce the standard’s scope and the sectors and roles to which it can be applied. Clause three also provides an extensive list of terms and definitions that appear throughout the standard document.

Clause 4 – Project management concepts:

Clause 4 explores a wide variety of project management concepts that can be implemented by an individual or organisation. These concepts cover impact, project governance, and roles and responsibilities.

Clause 5 – Prerequisites for formalising project management:

Clause 5 takes a look at elements that should be considered before formalising a project to ensure the planning and implementation of future projects is carried out correctly. These elements include considerations for the implementation of projects, and the continuous improvement of the project management environment.

Clause 6 – Integrated project management practices:

Clause 6 dives into the practices that can be utilised when an organisation or individual is undertaking a project. This clause covers each step from pre-project activities and initiation, to the delivery and closure of a project.

Clause 7 – Management practices for a project:

In the final and largest section of ISO 21502, clause 7 explores a wide variety of management practices that can be utilised during the lifecycle of a project. These practices include monitoring, managing resources, scheduling, and planning.

How long will your ISO 21502 certificate be valid for?

Your ISO 21502 certificate will be valid for at least three years; dependent on the type of site that is being certified.

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