Which PMI certification gave you the biggest value added in your career?

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Lenka Pincot Chief of Staff to the CEO| Project Management Institute Paris, France

When deciding which certifications to take, which one actually gave you the most? In terms of learning, progression in your career, connecting with other professionals?

Posted: Nov 3, 2018 9:10 AM (Updated by author: Nov 3, 2018 10:43 AM)

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Kiron Bondale Retired | Mentor| Retired Welland, Ontario, Canada

Lenka -

Assuming you meant PMI certifications (as otherwise there would be just one viable answer to your question :-) ), I'd have to rewind all the way back to Y2K when I got my PMP certification. At that time, it was still a differentiator for me in the local job market, and through the study process for the exam I learned a number of concepts and tools which I wouldn't have been exposed to through my hands-on experience.

Kiron

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1 reply by Sarah Fischer

Jan 04, 2019 3:27 PM

Sarah Fischer

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Replying to Kiron's response because upvoting it did not feel adequate enough.

Having recently completed the PMP, I would like to second the notion that what you learn about project management - and also about yourself - through the process of obtaining this credential is invaluable moving forward.

Best of luck, Lenka!
Sarah.

Posted: Nov 3, 2018 10:39 AM

Lenka Pincot Chief of Staff to the CEO| Project Management Institute Paris, France

Thanks Kiron, corrected.

Posted: Nov 3, 2018 10:43 AM

Mahabubur Rahman Project Manager Structures-Bridges| Department of Infrastructure, Government of Nothwest Territories Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada

I do not have any idea about all certifications from PMI except PMP. Of course it has added value and confidence to my daily work. I have been inspired by my work environment that has motivated me to pursue this certification. At present, I do not see any impact to my career progression, hopefully something will come up in near future. Generally, I would say only certification alone may not be sufficient, understanding and adapting with organizational culture, structure, bureaucracy and politics required. I think there is no specific guideline.

Posted: Nov 3, 2018 1:49 PM (Updated by author: Nov 3, 2018 2:09 PM)

Rich Gargas Managing Partner| Gargas Project Solutions Indianapolis, In, United States

I suggest you pursue knowledge that you will use, not certifications. If a certification is the best method of learning, go for it (but there are indeed many other methods).

My actual work experiences and performance drove my career progression.

Posted: Nov 3, 2018 2:00 PM

Sante Delle-Vergini, PhD Senior Project Manager| Infosys Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

I guess we have to say the PMP since it is the foundation that is laid before the other certifications.

Posted: Nov 3, 2018 2:48 PM

Sergio Luis Conte Helping to create solutions for everyone| Worldwide based Organizations Buenos Aires, Argentina

None. There is not a certification that will give you stated in your question.

Posted: Nov 3, 2018 5:26 PM

Asif Gul Consultant Project Manager| Energoprojekt Entel Muscat, Oman

Offcourse PMP,
Not only it gave me structured approach to my work but it gave me confidence, lots of PM knowledge, distinction within my circle and last but not the least a handsome salary raise ( may be the last one matters the most in the end...lol)

Posted: Nov 4, 2018 1:47 AM