FAQ

General Information

What is the dress code?

Business casual attire is appropriate for all participants. Because meeting rooms often are cold, you may wish to bring either a jacket or a sweater. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes!

Can the organizers arrange for my hotel accommodations?

The organizers have secured discounted rates at a number of hotels throughout Cairo through the conference Travel Partner Magi Tours. You may reserve your hotel accommodations and excursions to enjoy beautiful Cairo directly with Magi Tours through the contact information below. Accommodations and excursions are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
9 Rostom Pasha St. Garden city 4th floor 11461.
Cairo, Egypt
T. +20 2 2795 7075
F. +20 2 2795 7581
Info@magitours.com
www.magitours.com

What is the address of the Conference Venue?

JW marriott hotel Cairo
ring road- mirage city- box 427 heliopolis, cairo governorate 11757, Egypt

Registration

How do I modify my registration?

Send an email to conferences@pmi-egyptchapter.org conferences@pmi-egyptchapter.org with the requested modification and we will respond within 3 business days. Modifications are limited by our cancellation and refund policy.

I registered on site for the Conference and did not get a confirmation. How can I get one?

Send an email to conferences@pmi-egyptchapter.org  with the all the details of your registration and proof of payment and we will revert with your confirmation

Can I join PMI and/or the chapter and register for the Conference at the same time?

Yes, a non-member or expired member can purchase membership through the pmi.org. registration, please be aware that your membership benefits will not begin until payment has been received and your application has been processed by PMI (approximately 72 hours, Monday through Friday).

Once your membership is complete, you will be able to take advantage of the PMI / PMI Egypt Chapter Member discounts.

It is time for me to renew my PMI and/or Chapter membership. Can I do that on the Conference registration form?

Membership renewals or reinstatements should be made by visiting myPMI prior to completing the Conference registration.

Will I receive a registration confirmation letter?

If you register online, an e-mail confirmation will be sent immediately to the e-mail address you provide during the registration process.

How will I receive my name tag and Conference materials?

You may pick up your name tag and Conference materials on-site at the registration area.

Are meals included with my registration?

Conference registrants receive continental breakfast, AM/PM breaks, and food served during lunch published in the agenda. Daily Conference Pass registrants receive meals based on the day purchased.

How can I get a formal invitation letter for my visa application?

Please write to conferences@pmi-egyptchapter.org
NOTE: Refunds due to being denied a visa will only be honored if the organizers are notified of the denial by 25 November 2017.

Payment

Are group discounts available when more than ten people from an organization attend Conference?

Organizations/ Companies sending ten or more employees are eligible to receive a discount off the individual member and non-member rates, as applicable. For details on how to register a group of ten or more please write to conferences@pmi-egyptchapter.org
NOTE: PMI Chapters are not eligible for group discounts.

Are scholarships available for Conference?

Scholarships are not available at this event.

Are student discounts available for Conference?

No, we are not offering student discounts at this time.

How do I obtain a receipt for my registration fee?

You will receive a confirmation letter via e-mail once your registration is paid in full. This confirmation also serves as your receipt and contains your individual Registration ID number.

Must I pay a cancellation fee?

In fairness to all Conference participants, it is necessary to charge a cancellation fee when a participant cancels his / her attendance prior to the Conference. Please see our cancellation policy for fees associated with canceling.

Can I use a purchase order or be invoiced for my Conference registration?

Yes, you may register using a purchase order issued by a company. Invoices will be generated and sent by email if you chose wire transfer or purchase order (P.O.) as your method of payment during registration. P.O or wire payment must be received by December 5 2017. On-site, only credit card or cash payments will be accepted with an additional late-registration fee of EGP 350.00
Please note, the purchase order must be received and payable prior to the event.

What types of payment method are accepted?

    • American Express
    • MasterCard
    • Visa
    • Cash Deposits into the designated account
    • Wire transfers
    • Purchase orders

Am I able to pay by wire transfer?

Yes. Please choose the wire transfer payment option on the payment section when completing your registration online. Once you complete your registration, instructions on how to complete your payment will be sent to you. Please be advised that funds must be received and verified by the organizers no later than 5December 2017. Registration is not confirmed or complete until a participant’s account is showing a zero balance. Participants will not be permitted to attend sessions until any outstanding balance is settled. A credit card or cash is required to complete payment onsite.

Whom do I contact with questions about my Conference invoice?

Please send us an email on conferences@pmi-egyptchapter.org

Cancellations / Refunds

I registered for the Conference but I cannot attend. What is the cancellation policy?

You may receive a full refund if written cancellation is received up to fourteen days before the conference start date.
No refund will be granted if cancellation is made after 25 November 2017, and BRISK Business Inc. and the PMI Egypt Chapter have the right to retain the full fees. In case of partial payment by the customer, the customer is still responsible for completing payment for the conference.
Customers who do not cancel or do not attend the conference for which they are registered are still responsible for full payment of complete conference participation fees.
In case of cancellation of the conference by the conference organizers, the customer will be informed of a new occurrence of the conference within 21 days. The customer has the right to register for the new occurrence at no extra charge, or request a refund of conference fees. BRISK Business Inc. and/or the PMI Egypt Chapter will not be responsible for the customer’s airfare, hotel expenses, or any other third-party or personal expenses or cancellation fees.
In order to receive a refund, all material, books, or other items received by the customer prior to the conference start date must be returned in its original condition, otherwise, it will be charged to the customer at its original list price.
Dates, times, and pricing of all courses/seminars/events are subject to change.
In the case of refund, the organizers will charge a cancelation fee of EGP 150.00 processing fee per registrant.
NOTE: If the refund is applied to your credit card, your credit card company may take up to 10 additional business days to post the refund to your account.

I registered for the Conference but I cannot attend. Can I send a substitute in my place?

Yes. Registration substitutions may be made in writing without penalty until 25 November.
If a nonmember substitutes for a PMI member, nonmember rates are applied. All written requests must be sent in writing to conferences@pmi-egyptchapter.org
No substitutions after 25 November 2017 for any reason.

Can I cancel on behalf of someone else?

We are sorry, but unfortunately, verification in writing from the participant must be received for cancellation.

How will my Conference and/or SeminarsWorld® fees be refunded?

Your Conference fees will be refunded by the same method in which you paid. Note: If the refund is applied to your credit card, your credit card company may take up to 10 additional business days to post the refund to your account. Refunds will not be granted after 25November 2017.
All applicable funds will be issued following the close of PMI Global Conference 2017.
Refunds will not be given to registrants who do not attend without cancelling in advance (no shows).

Downloading Content

How can I download the slide presentations for the Conference?

Slides will be available after the Conference and accessible via a link to download them sent to the email address you used while registering for the conference. Access to presentations are for registered attendees ONLY.

How do I get copies of the book?

You can purchase a copy of the book through one of the following means:
1. Order the book on PMI Marketplace onthis following link
2. Purchase a discounted copy at the conference
3. Send an email to info@pmi-egyptchapter.org

Downloading Content

How many PDUs will I receive for attending Global Conference activities?

The number of PDUs awarded varies for each activity at Conference. The maximum number of PDUs attainable is 13.5 PDUs

How do I claim PDUs for the Conference? How do I file for PDUs?

PDUs will be reported by the conference organizers on your behalf. Please make sure to register your PMI ID number with one of our organizer staff at the door of every session you attend.

Multiple entries in sessions running in parallel will be cancelled automatically.

For any Inquiries, Kindly feel free to contact conferences@pmi-egyptchapter.org using subject “P2P 2017 PDUs”

Please allow up to 30 Days for PDUs processing.

To learn more about maintaining your PMI certification, click here.