2.1. Data Controller
The Philippine Society for Project & Program Management (PSPPM), operating as IPMA Philippines, is the data controller for the personal information collected via this website and our certification processes.
2, 2. Information We Collect
We may collect personal data that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, contact number, organization, and professional details when you:
Inquire about or apply for certification.
Register for events or trainings.
Submit a contact form or partnership inquiry.
Subscribe to our newsletter.
2.3. How We Use Your Information
Your data is used strictly for:
Processing your certification application and managing your candidate/certificate holder record.
Administering event registrations and providing related services.
Responding to your inquiries and communicating relevant information about IPMA Philippines activities.
Sending updates, newsletters, and professional development opportunities (you may opt-out at any time).
2.4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. We may share it only under these circumstances:
With the International Project Management Association (IPMA) globally for certification registration and validation, in accordance with their International Certification Regulations.
With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., email platform, exam proctoring service) under strict confidentiality agreements.
If required by Philippine law.
2.5. Your Rights
Under the Data Privacy Act of 2012, you have the right to:
Access, correct, or update your personal data.
Request the deletion of your data, subject to legal or legitimate operational constraints.
Object to or restrict certain processing activities.
Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
To exercise these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO) at: privacy@ipma.ph.
2.6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
2.7. Policy Updates
We may update this policy periodically. The latest version will always be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Effective Date: January 2026
