What is the duration of an exam?

The duration of PECB exams varies depending on the certification exam taken:

  • Foundation exam: 1 hour
  • Manager exam: 2 hours
  • Lead exam: 3 hours

If requested on the day of the exam (paper-based exams) additional time can be provided to candidates taking the exam in a non-native language

  • Foundation exam: 10 additional minutes
  • Manager exams: 20 additional minutes
  • Lead exams: 30 additional minutes

For more details, please visit the Exam Preparation Guide section on the PECB website.