Criteria - PMI seeks nominees that have demonstrated a significant positive impact on trainees or students and have met the following criteria:

• Selection and implementation of instructional and related professional development materials that reflect the current state of professional practice.
• Professional development framework that consists of a structured program development and delivery process that encourages student learning.
• Utilization of post-activity evaluation to improve program content.
• Displays a commitment to quality delivery of professional development for project management.

Nominations - Nomination packages must include:

• An executive summary that includes all materials and documentation contained in the nomination package.
• An overview of how each of the criteria were met or exceeded.
• A summary of how the professional development provider demonstrated a significant positive impact on its trainees/students.

The supporting documents must include:

• Documentation supporting summary information from post-activity evaluations
• Documentation summarizing the quality performance of the provider (i.e., letters of recommendation, testimonials).

All copyrighted materials included in the packet that require permission and protection shall be obtained by the nominator(s).  Any material submitted will be kept strictly confidential and will only be used for the intended purpose of reviewing for the award.