The IGP certification is incorporated under an independent governing board and is not linked to or restricted by any ARMA International product or service. The IGP certification is awarded solely on an individual's ability to meet the certification requirements.
An IGP is...
An Information Governance Professional (IGP) is a person who has earned the only certification that demonstrates he or she has the strategic perspective and the requisite knowledge to help an organization leverage information for maximum value while reducing the costs and mitigating the risks associated with using and governing this important asset.
Mission of the IGP Certification Program:
Provide an information governance credential within an ethical and professional framework to support individuals to deliver organizational value and reduce risk.
"The skills and experience needed to be successful in the field of Records and Information management have been changing rapidly as we mature and
grow into Information Governance. The IGP represents this maturation and next phase for our field by
identifying the skills and information professionals need. By earning this credential, I can demonstrate that I have the foundational base necessary to be
successful." -Jason Stearns, IGP
Why you Should Become an IGP
Get Started
Step 1: Review the IGP Candidate Handbook
Step 2: Fill out the online application and sign the Code of Ethics
Step 3: Sign up for testing date
Note: You will need to create a MyARMA account to apply. Simply follow the link above for the online application. You do not need to be an ARMA International member to create an account and apply. To request an ADA accommodation, download this form and email certificationstaff@armaintl.org or
contact Certification Staff, ARMA International, 11880 College Blvd. Ste.450, Overland Park, KS 66210.
Helpful Resources
Exam Details
An IGP is...
An Information Governance Professional (IGP) is a person who has earned the only certification that demonstrates he or she has the strategic perspective and the requisite knowledge to help an organization leverage information for maximum value while reducing the costs and mitigating the risks associated with using and governing this important asset.
Mission of the IGP Certification Program:
Provide an information governance credential within an ethical and professional framework to support individuals to deliver organizational value and reduce risk.
"The skills and experience needed to be successful in the field of Records and Information management have been changing rapidly as we mature and
grow into Information Governance. The IGP represents this maturation and next phase for our field by
identifying the skills and information professionals need. By earning this credential, I can demonstrate that I have the foundational base necessary to be
successful." -Jason Stearns, IGP
Why you Should Become an IGP
- It helps improve the speed of business for your organization
- It will help you use information more effectively
- It will help you become more successful, professionally.
Get Started
Step 1: Review the IGP Candidate Handbook
Step 2: Fill out the online application and sign the Code of Ethics
Step 3: Sign up for testing date
Note: You will need to create a MyARMA account to apply. Simply follow the link above for the online application. You do not need to be an ARMA International member to create an account and apply. To request an ADA accommodation, download this form and email certificationstaff@armaintl.org or
contact Certification Staff, ARMA International, 11880 College Blvd. Ste.450, Overland Park, KS 66210.
Helpful Resources
- Suggested reading list
- Information governance DACUM Chart
- Competency domains
- Code of Ethics
- FAQ
- Sample questions
- List of Certified IGPs
Exam Details
- Meet recommended candidate background, and sign Code of Ethics to qualify for certification exam
- Certification exam consists of 140 multiple-choice questions
- Must be completed within two hours and 45 minutes
- Questions come from each of the domains in the Examination Blueprint
- Certification is awarded for a three-year period
- Application fee of $599 (USD). Certification exam and all program materials
are provided in English.
For questions, please email CertificationStaff@armaintl.org.