PDMA
THE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION (PDMA)
The Product Development and Management Association (PDMA) is recognized as the premier global advocate for professionals, and organizations working in the fields of new product development, management and innovation. Founded in 1976, the PDMA membership is over 3,500 product development professionals and academics from all sectors of the economy in over 50 countries worldwide.
PDMA champions a global community that enables people and businesses to grow and prosper through innovation and the introduction and management of new products to the world market. Through a combination of strategically integrated resources encompassing professional development, education, experience, networking, collaboration, certification, and recognition, PDMA aims to improve the effectiveness of individuals and organizations in product development and management. This is accomplished through:
- National conferences
- A network of 22 chapters across the USA, and 10 international affiliates
- Regional and local conferences and meetings
- Award-winning publications
- Awards for achievements in new product development
- Sponsored research & Body of Knowledge
- Certification as a New Product Development Professional (NPDP)
- Certification education and training
While most professional associations are vertical organizations specializing in one industry or one function, PDMA’s membership and sphere of influence is horizontal and multifunctional, as is the current state of the new product field. This unique characteristic allows PDMA to address innovation management issues in the same way as multifunctional new product development teams do in practice.
KEY PDMA BENEFITS INCLUDE
- Subscription to the Journal of Product Innovation Management and its quarterly magazine, Visions
- Meet new product development professionals throughout the world
- Specific practical guidance in a variety of new product development theory and new practices for the manufacturing and service industries
- PDMA chapters in many major cities.
- To learn more about the New England Chapter visit www.pdma.org/newengland or for Additional Membership Information Call: 800-232- 5241 or visit us at www.pdma.org
PDMA New Product Development Professional (NPDP) Certification NPDP Certification confirms mastery of new product development principles and best practices, enabling better job performance and helping corporations identify those with knowledge and experience to move into a leadership position. To qualify for NPDP Certification, candidates must meet the necessary criteria in education, experience and knowledge. Once you have obtained your NPDP Certification, you can maintain and expand your professional knowledge by acquiring sixty (60) Professional Development Hours (PDH) to qualify for recertification every three years.
Attend the entire three days and earn up to 24 PDHs towards your NPDP recertification. Each full day of this conference qualifies for eight PDHs.
For more information on NPDP Certification, call 800-232- 5241 or visit the PDMA website at www.pdma.org/certification.