New Zealand Chapter of the Project Management Institute (www.pmi.org) PMINZ was established in 1994 (as a chapter of the Project Management Institute and currently has around 1600 members. Its purpose is advancing the practice, science, and profession of project management in New Zealand. PMINZ provides many professional development opportunities through the annual conference, regional monthly professional development and networking events, and facilitation of study groups for those wanting to gain PMI certifications.