Design & Management credential
Registered Telecommunications Project Manager
BICSI Registered Telecommunications Project Manager® (RTPM®)
Giga-projects succeed or slip on coordination. An RTPM manages ICT infrastructure projects end to end, keeping designers, engineers, installers and technicians working to one plan.
About the RTPM credential
Who it’s for
Telecom project managers, project coordinators, lead technicians and team leaders.
What you’ll be able to do
- Plan and schedule ICT projects
- Coordinate design, installation and testing teams
- Control scope, cost and quality to close-out
Eligibility
One of two routes: two years of project management experience in ICT; or three years of ICT industry experience including one year managing or supervising ICT projects.
Recommended training
PM101, PM102 and PM103, version 2.0. BICSI notes that PM102 is not a test preparation course but is recommended to deepen your project management knowledge, and suggests 125 or more hours of independent study. Study reference: the Telecommunications Project Management Reference Manual (TPMRM), 2nd edition.
The exam
100 questions in 2 hours, mixing multiple choice, multiple response and enhanced matching.
Exam application: USD 510 member, USD 725 non-member.
You apply to BICSI first. Once approved, you book your exam at a Pearson VUE test centre. [Pearson VUE centres in the Kingdom]
Keeping it current
Renewed on a recurring cycle with continuing education credits, including a BICSI ethics course each cycle. [CEC count and cycle length]
Your next step
With design experience, RTPM opens the RCDD.
FAQ
RTPM, answered
Who should take the RTPM?
Telecom project managers, project coordinators, lead technicians and team leaders.
What are the eligibility requirements for the RTPM?
One of two routes: two years of project management experience in ICT; or three years of ICT industry experience including one year managing or supervising ICT projects.
Which course prepares me for the RTPM?
PM101, PM102 and PM103, version 2.0. BICSI notes that PM102 is not a test preparation course but is recommended to deepen your project management knowledge, and suggests 125 or more hours of independent study. Study reference: the Telecommunications Project Management Reference Manual (TPMRM), 2nd edition.
What is the RTPM exam like?
100 questions in 2 hours, mixing multiple choice, multiple response and enhanced matching.
Can I train for the RTPM in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. BICSI Saudi Arabia is in association with our affiliate Pro Skills Trainings, the BICSI ATF in the EMEA region. Current dates are on Courses & Schedule.
How do I keep my RTPM current?
Renewed on a recurring cycle with continuing education credits, including a BICSI ethics course each cycle. [CEC count and cycle length]
What comes after the RTPM?
With design experience, RTPM opens the RCDD.
Ready to build what's next?
Join the community setting the standard for ICT infrastructure in the Kingdom.