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Change Management Certification Reaches 100,000 Exams Milestone

100,000 Change Management exams and counting, strengthening capability worldwide.

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We are proud to announce that the Change Management certification program has officially surpassed 100,000 exams taken across 95 countries. A remarkable milestone that reflects the global demand for structured, effective change leadership.

Developed in partnership with the Change Management Institute and aligned with the CMBoK, the certification equips organizations with a globally recognized framework for managing the people side of change. For more than ten years, it has supported organizations in building lasting capability and delivering change with confidence and consistency. 

“Reaching this milestone is a testament to the impact of effective change management and the role it plays in an organization’s long-term success. We’re proud to have helped thousands of professionals develop the skills and mindset needed to deliver meaningful, sustainable change that strengthens their organization’s capability.”
Richard Pharro, APMG CEO

Change Management Survey Results

Recent survey findings highlight the tangible impact of this certification: 

  • 94% of certified practitioners said their learning experience made them more effective at facilitating change
  • 97% reported greater confidence advising on organizational change initiatives
  • Notably, nearly 70% of candidates said their Practitioner certification has already supported or they expected it to support their career growth. 

(Source: APMG International 2025 Change Management Practitioner Candidate Survey) 

“As change accelerates, the ability to adapt is becoming a defining strength. Strengthening change capability is essential for everyone.”
Stefanie Jackson, CEO Change Management Institute

Designed to help sustain transformation

This achievement comes as the course receives its latest update, designed to help organizations more effectively navigate and sustain transformation. The refreshed content equips learners to:

  • Reduce organizational resistance to change
  • Improve communication and engagement with key stakeholders
  • Accelerate the realization of change-related benefits.

Recent practitioners shared their experiences with the Change Management Practitioner certification below.

“Completing the Change Management Practitioner certification was both a validating and eye-opening experience. It gave me a structured lens to articulate what I’d previously been doing instinctively through my work in technology adoption and stakeholder engagement. The learning reinforced the importance of adapting leadership styles, understanding behavioral responses to change, and applying practical frameworks... to drive sustainable transformation.”

Practitioner Feedback

Another practitioner described their learning as “truly transformative, the program struck the perfect balance between theory and application, equipping me with practical frameworks that I could immediately implement in real-world scenarios.”

A participant also reflected, “Completing the Practitioner course has been highly rewarding. I gained valuable insights into supporting individuals and organizations through change, strengthening my stakeholder engagement and communication strategies and I now feel much more confident applying best-practice approaches to deliver meaningful results.”

“The APMG Change Management Practitioner course offers a comprehensive understanding of change management principles, equipping participants with valuable skills to navigate organizational transformations... By mastering change management, professionals can foster employee engagement, mitigate resistance, and create a positive culture during transitions.”
Carol Beaton, Programme Management Consultant

APMG's Commitment

As demand for effective change leadership continues to grow, APMG remains committed to helping organizations strengthen their internal capability and foster a culture that embraces continuous transformation.