The Resource Management Institute (RMI) is dedicated to advancing the discipline of resource and workforce management. We provide actionable thought leadership, proven best practices, and global standards that shape how organizations manage their most valuable asset—their people. Through our globally recognized credentials, we certify expertise in resource management, helping professionals demonstrate their capabilities and grow their careers. We also equip organizations with the practical tools and resources needed to manage human capital with greater efficiency, consistency, and purpose.
The RMI hosts a dynamic calendar of learning and networking opportunities throughout the year—ranging from interactive webinars to highly engaging virtual and in-person conferences. These events bring together resource management professionals, thought leaders, and technology experts to explore the latest best practices, tools, and techniques shaping Resource and Workforce Management. Whether you join us online for the convenience of virtual access or attend in-person for deeper connections and hands-on learning, each event is designed to equip you with actionable insights and practical strategies you can put to work immediately.
Stay ahead of the curve with expert perspectives on Resource and Workforce Management. Our Insights hub features practical guidance on the Just-in-Time Resourcing® standard for Resource and Workforce Management, in-depth white papers, RM research and benchmarking data, access to the RMI’s RM Maturity Model, and strategic updates from our quarterly eBlasts. Whether you’re just getting started with the RMI, exploring industry trends, or advancing your Resource Management Office, this is your go-to source for actionable Resource and Workforce Management knowledge.
Welcome to the Resource Management Academy – your trusted partner and go-to destination for practical, proven training that builds confidence, sharpens capability, and drives real impact in resource management. If you’re looking to build your skills, grow your career, and make a bigger impact in resource management—you’ve come to the right place. Our courses are designed for professionals working in project-based environments who want to master the art and science of getting the right people in the right place at the right time. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to take your expertise to the next level, we’ve got the training, certification, and support to help you drive better project outcomes and elevate RM practices across your organization.
The Resource Management Certified Professional (RMCP®) program is the industry’s first and most respected professional skills development and certification specifically designed for Resource and Workforce Managers. Delivered through flexible formats—including in-person, live virtual, and on-demand options—the RMCP® program combines foundational theory, hands-on case studies, and real-world application to prepare participants to lead and optimize resource management functions in any services organization.
The Resource Management Institute (RMI) brings the knowledge, tools, and hands-on experience to help you optimize your Resource Management strategy, processes, and enabling technologies. Our approach is built on the proven principles of our Just-in-Time Resourcing® process solution and informed by years of real-world consulting. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to mature your RM capabilities, the RMI is your partner to help you more consistently and predicably manage your most strategic asset—your people.
Welcome to the RMCP® Tool Kit! This is an online portal for RMCP® credential holders to access the RMCP® Resource Center, Dashboard, and other valuable resources to help with best practice execution in resource management.
Resource (and Workforce) Management (RM) across many industries is receiving increased attention as more companies realize the many benefits of better managing supply and demand of human capital. The current pandemic has also disrupted our traditional ways of communicating, collaborating, and delivering services, once again putting the spotlight on the strategic nature of resource management. Since services are the lynchpin for successful IT solutions, the strategic value of RM is becoming increasingly clear, but industry adoption of what is needed to extract real value from RM is lagging.
Five Tips for Remote Work Every Resource Manager Should Know
Companies around the world are relying on remote work to keep their businesses running through unprecedented time. Resource managers across all industries are facing new challenges in how to keep their teams productive and their projects on track.
Optimizing Billable Resources: Q&A With a Resource Manager
Whether you’re new to Project Management, or have been in the business for years, and whether you manage a small team of resources, or a large and geographically dispersed team, there is always something to be gained by hearing how others manage their operations. We all have our ways of doing, but in a business, that requires structure and consistency, nothing should be set in stone.
The RMCP® spotlight shines on Julie Grove this month. Julie is a Resource Deployment Manager at Ellucian. Just try and read Julie’s interview without getting hungry. We don’t think you can.
For all RMCP®s – have you seen the new RMCP® Dashboard? We have completely automated the way to report and manage PCUs and the RMCP® recertification process. With the Dashboard you can view your info and status, review your PCU history, explore new PCU activities available to assist with the recertification process, report your ongoing PCU activities, and more! Access the new Dashboard through the RMI website and don’t forget to check out the online guide to answer any questions about how to use the new portal.
This current trends survey will focus on skills tracking and management as a critical gap for the industry as a whole to improve upon and progress. This research also serves as a competitive benchmark for resource management.
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RMCP® Program – Fall Schedule
Instructor led online sessions are scheduled to start November 17. Weekly sessions run approximately 2 hours.
Online Registration
Classroom session is scheduled for November 10 – 12 at our headquarters in Cincinnati, OH.
Classroom Registration