Pearson's World Championships and Global Partner Summit

July 26 - 29, 2026 | Anaheim, California

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Overview

The 2026 Global Partner Summit is a companion event to the 24th annual Microsoft Office Specialist World Championship and Certiport’s 13th annual Adobe Certified Professional World Championship. Each year, Certiport Authorized Partners come together for this unique experience, combining global competition with meaningful connection and professional development.

The Global Partner Summit offers four days of immersive training and business discussions. Attendees participate in networking opportunities, sales training sessions, professional development, and the latest product and technology updates—equipping them with the insights and tools needed to strengthen their businesses in their respective regions.

We are excited to host this year’s Global Partner Summit and World Championships at the Grand Californian Hotel in Anaheim, California, from July 26-29, 2026.

What to expect at the 2026 Global Partner Summit

The 2026 Global Partner Summit brings together product insights, practical growth strategies, peer learning, and meaningful connections designed to help partners strengthen and scale their business.

PRODUCT & TECHNOLOGY UPDATES

What’s new with our product offerings and technology

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Practical, actionable ways to grow your business

BEST PRACTICES

A forum to exchange ideas and best practices with other global partners

LEARNING FROM PROVEN SUCCESS

Hear about what other partners are doing to find success in their region

CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS

Spend time with top clients such as Adobe, Autodesk, Cisco, Intuit, Microsoft, Unity, and more.

CROSS-SELLING OPPORTUNITIES

Information about cross-selling opportunities with Pearson offerings.

Global Partner Summit agenda

Review the day‑by‑day schedule of sessions, meetings, networking events, and partner activities for the 2026 Global Partner Summit.

Sunday, July 26, 2026

Monday, July 27, 2026

TIME	ACTIVITY	LOCATION
7:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.	Breakfast	Brisa Courtyard
8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m.	Welcome to GPS and World Championships	Sequoia Ballroom
9:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.	Break: Students depart for testing
10:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.	Introducing Pearson Career Ready	Sequoia Ballroom
10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.	Product and technology updates	Sequoia Ballroom
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.	Lunch	Brisa Courtyard
1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m.	Networking workshop	Sequoia Ballroom
2:30 p.m.-3:15 p.m.	Pearson leadership panel	Sequoia Ballroom
3:15 p.m.-4:00 p.m.	Ask the experts	Sequoia South Foyer

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

TIME	ACTIVITY	LOCATION
7:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.	Breakfast	Brisa Courtyard
8:45 a.m.-9:30 a.m.	Student instructions and park ticket distribution	Trillium
10:00 a.m.	Students depart for off-site activity	Convention Space-West Registration
10:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m.	Working with divisions of Pearson	Sequoia Ballroom
10:45 a.m.-11:00 a.m.	Break
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.	Workshops	Sequoia Ballroom, Wisteria, Iris, Sorrell
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.	Lunch
2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.	Keynote speaker	Sequoia Ballroom
3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.	What does success look like: Learning from each other	Sequoia Ballroom
3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.	Government relations workshop	Sequoia Ballroom
4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.	Break
6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.	Partner networking and cocktail hour	Sequoia South Foyer
7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.	Partner dinner	Sequoia Ballroom

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

TIME	ACTIVITY	LOCATION
7:30 a.m.-8:00 a.m.	Mandatory student award ceremony rehearsal	Sequoia Ballroom
8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.	Breakfast	Brisa Courtyard
9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.	Certiport’s Adobe Certified Professional World Championship award ceremony	Sequoia Ballroom
10:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.	Break
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.	Microsoft Office Specialist World Championship award ceremony	Sequoia Ballroom

World Championships agenda

Review the day‑by‑day schedule of student testing, activities, special events, and award ceremonies for the 2026 World Championships.

Sunday, July 26, 2026

Monday, July 27, 2026

TIME	ACTIVITY	LOCATION
7:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.	Breakfast	Brisa Courtyard
8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m.	Welcome to GPS and World Championships	Sequoia Ballroom
9:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.	Break: Students depart for testing
10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.	Student lounge	Trillium A-C
10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.	Adobe Testing Line up at 9:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.	Session A: MOS Testing Line up at 9:45 a.m.
12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.	Session B: MOS Testing Line up at 12:15 p.m.
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.	Lunch	Brisa Courtyard
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.	Session C: MOS Testing Line up at 2:45 p.m.
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.	Session D: MOS Testing Line up at 5:15 p.m.
Evening	Free Time

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

TIME	ACTIVITY	LOCATION
7:30 a.m.-8:00 a.m.	Mandatory student award ceremony rehearsal	Sequoia Ballroom
8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.	Breakfast	Brisa Courtyard
9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.	Certiport’s Adobe Certified Professional World Championship award ceremony	Sequoia Ballroom
10:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.	Break
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.	Microsoft Office Specialist World Championship award ceremony	Sequoia Ballroom

Pricing and registration

Find registration details, pricing, eligibility requirements, and key deadlines for both the 2026 Global Partner Summit and the World Championships.

GPS 2026

GPS 2026 registration and pricing

To ensure a superior event with top-notch facilities, speakers, and activities, Certiport has established the following pricing structure for 2026:

General conference and competition fee

$695.00 (USD) per person

Benefits and discounts

BRONZE PARTNERS

One (1) partner employee free
15% off additional passes

SILVER PARTNERS

One (1) partner employee free
20% off additional passes

GOLD PARTNERS

Two (2) partner employees free
25% off additional passes

PLATINUM PARTNERS

Three (3) partner employees free
30% off additional passes

The last day to register for GPS is Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Any cancellations after Wednesday, July 1, 2026 will result in a $150.00 (USD) cancellation fee. Additionally, registration for one person cannot be exchanged for another.

A discount code specific to your organization, which allows the appropriate number of free registrants according to your partner status, will be sent in a personalized invitation email to one person from your organization. Individuals will be asked to enter the discount code on the payment page at the end of the registration process. When the maximum usage for your discount code has been reached, additional registrants will be charged the appropriate conference fee.

The process outlined above is important in order for your organization to qualify for complimentary passes or discounts. If you have any questions, please email immteam@pearson.com.

2026 World Championships

2026 World Championships pricing and registration

To ensure a superior event with top-notch facilities, speakers, and activities, Certiport has established the following pricing structure for 2026:

Benefits and discounts

STUDENT COMPETITOR

Free

CHAPERONE (FREE)

ONE (1) chaperone per six students who are under the age of 18

CHAPERONE (ADDITIONAL)

$695 registration fee

The last day to register is June 15, 2026. After this date, any changes to competitor registration will need approval from the student competition team (including any additional or substitutions). Any chaperone cancellations will result in a $150.00 (USD) cancellation fee.

Chaperones are required to be with students during all competition activities. They will not be allowed to participate in GPS. Please plan accordingly.

One (1) chaperone is required for every six (6) students under the age of 18. The first chaperone per partner is free. Chaperones can be parents, teachers, partner representatives, etc. Chaperones can be responsible for students participating in both competitions.

Parents and other guests who are not registered as chaperones will not be eligible to participate in any event activities. This includes access to meals, receptions, and off-site activities. However, we will allow family members and additional guests to join the Microsoft Office Specialist and Adobe Certified Professional World Championships awards ceremonies.

If you are registering on behalf of students and chaperones, please use unique email addresses for each individual.

Hotel reservations

Find details on the official event hotel, including negotiated room rates, booking requirements, and reservation deadlines for the 2026 Global Partner Summit and World Championships.

Reserve your room

Disney's Grand Californian Hotel and Spa

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa blends classic Craftsman‑style design with unmatched access to the Disneyland Resort, offering an upscale yet inviting stay with convenient park access, relaxing pool areas, and a range of dining options.

Hotel pricing

We have negotiated a specially priced hotel rate of $299 per night plus tax. This rate is for single or double occupancy. The hotel will honor this room rate three days before and three days after the event, based on availability.

Hotel booking deadline

You are responsible for booking your own hotel accommodations.

The special hotel rate is available through Wednesday, June 24, 2026, and rooms are expected to sell out quickly due to peak travel season, so early booking is strongly recommended.

Travel arrangements

You are responsible for arranging your own travel to/from the airport to the hotel. There are a variety of transportation options available from local airports to Disney’s Grand Californian Resort & Spa.

More transportation options

NEARBY AIRPORTS

John Wayne Airport, Orange County (SNA) – 14 miles
Long Beach Airport (LGB) – 21 miles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) – 34 miles
Ontario International Airport (ONT) – 36 miles

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Karmel Shuttle: +1 (714) 670-3480
Enterprise Rent‑A‑Car: +1 (888) 826-6893
Yellow Cab: +1 (800) 535-2211

Contact us

If you have questions about the Certiport Global Partner Summit, contact your Certiport representative. Questions relating to registration, the hotel or schedule can be emailed to the event team at immteam@pearson.com.