Leading the Post-Quantum Transition
The PQCM certification validates that you can plan, govern, and execute a PQC migration program within an organization. Where PQCS covers the technical “what,” PQCM covers the organizational “how” — the governance, compliance, coordination, and leadership required to move an entire organization from classical to post-quantum cryptography.
What PQCM Certifies
A PQCM credential holder has demonstrated the ability to:
- Design and govern multi-phase PQC migration programs aligned with the PQC Migration Framework
- Map regulatory requirements (CNSA 2.0, EU directives, DORA, NIS2, sector-specific mandates) to concrete migration activities
- Conduct organizational readiness assessments covering people, processes, technology, and vendor dependencies
- Lead cross-functional migration teams spanning security, engineering, operations, procurement, legal, and executive leadership
- Communicate quantum risk to executive and board-level audiences using evidence-based framing
- Manage vendor PQC readiness and supply chain cryptographic dependencies
- Establish migration tracking, metrics, KPIs, and compliance reporting
Who Earns the PQCM
CISOs, security managers, program managers, project managers, compliance managers, risk managers, and senior technical leaders who are responsible for overseeing PQC migration. Also appropriate for consultants and advisors who guide clients through PQC transitions.
Path to PQCM
- Hold an active prerequisite: Active PQCS certification
- Complete the PQCM Training course (online self-paced, live online, or in-person)
- Pass the PQCM certification exam
Exam Format
- Proctored exam administered online with a live proctor, or in person at authorized testing centers worldwide
- Scenario-based questions emphasizing applied competence and professional judgment
- Results delivered promptly after completion
Certification Details
- Digital badge issued upon certification, verifiable at pqcm.pro
- Post-nominal designation: PQCM
- Annual maintenance fee: US$149 (covers all active Quantum Academy credentials)
- Recertification through continuing education credits (36 CPEs per cycle) or re-examination (US$399)
What Comes Next
Earn PQCM + PQCA + PQCV → automatically awarded PQCX — Post-Quantum Certified Expert.
Pricing
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| PQCM exam only | US$699 |
| Online training + exam bundle | US$2,999 |
| In-person training + exam bundle | US$3,999 |
Verify a Credential Holder
Send the candidate’s full name to validation@quantumacademy.com.
The PQCM is a private professional credential issued by Quantum Academy, a trade name of Post-Quantum Institute, Inc. It is not a government-issued license, an accredited degree, or academic credit.