Overview of the Evolutions of the PMI and PMBOK Guide (in French)
Description
Member Webinar: Evolutions of the PMI and the PMBOK Guide
**In French**
This exclusive webinar, running from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM, offers you an essential insight into the major changes that are redefining project management. It is also a unique opportunity to come and discuss with a chapter president and an expert in methodology and project management.
From 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Alcides Santopietro will present the new features of PMI (M.O.R.E. Vision, 8 Competency Pillars, PMI Infinity) and feedback from the Global Summit and the Leadership Institute Meeting (L.I.M.).
Yvan Petit will then detail the crucial transition from PMBOK Guides 7 to 8: new structure, key dates, and the specific support provided by PMI-Montreal (ATP exams, upskilling/transition).
The time from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM is reserved for direct discussions and a Questions & Answers session to clarify the impact of these developments on your career.
Alcides Santopietro
PMP, PMI-ACP, DAC, MGP
Chairman of the Board of Directors of PMI-Montréal
Alcides Santopietro is President of the PMI-Montréal Board of Directors, a position he has held since March 2025.
With his experience in project management and long-standing commitment to the PMI, Alcides Santopietro has developed a strategic understanding of the profession and its global environment. He has held project leader and mentor roles at PMI-Montréal—a member since 2007—as well as that of Vice-President of its Board of Directors. These experiences have allowed him to gain a thorough understanding of the association's dynamics and the levers for its development.
An industrial engineer by training with a master's degree in project management, he has been a PMI member since 2002 and has held leadership roles within the PMI and the PMI-Montréal, PMI-CTT, and PMI São Paulo chapters.
As a teacher, international speaker, and co-author of the AI Essentials for Project Professionals guide, he has created various spaces for discussion and application of AI to project management, an expertise he brings to the chapter to strengthen its influence.
Yvan Petit
PMP, PfMP, PMI-ACP
Expert PMI
Yvan Petit is an Associate Professor and former Director of Graduate Programs in Project Management at ESG UQAM in Montreal, Canada. His research focuses on areas crucial to the evolution of the profession, including project portfolio management, the application of agile approaches in large organizations, and uncertainty management. He also served as Vice-Dean of International Affairs.
In addition, Mr. Petit possesses solid experience as a Senior Project Manager, primarily in the telecommunications sector. Known for being an excellent collaborator, he has demonstrated his ability to successfully plan, coordinate, and deliver complex projects of various sizes.
With an international background, Yvan Petit is a polyglot and has worked in five countries, coordinating activities in many others. He holds a Master's degree in Engineering and an MBA specializing in International Management. He completed his Ph.D. in Management at ESG UQAM in 2011.
His commitment to professional excellence is highlighted by his certifications: PMP since 2001, PfMP since 2014, and ACP since 2020. Furthermore, he has been a Project Management Institute (PMI) accredited trainer for over 15 years. He has actively contributed to the standardization of the profession as a member of the PMI Standards Member Advisory Group and as Canada's representative on ISO standardization committees.
Refund Policy
Virtual participation and PDU allocation
To ensure fair management of PDU allocation, virtual participants must be logged in no later than 30 minutes after the start of the event. After this time, access will no longer be authorized and no PDUs will be awarded.
Events
No refunds 5 open days or less prior to the event.
Substitution
Substitution of a participant is not permitted except for group registrations.
Cancellation
PMI-Montreal reserves the right to cancel a training program in the event of insufficient registrations. In this case, the full registration fee will be refunded.
