Eric SimmsSenior Program ManagerBaltimore, Maryland, United States
I thought becoming a PMO Director or Director of Project Management was the only way to enter the executive ranks, but I'm wondering if there might be another path forward. Any thoughts? Saving Changes...
Stéphane ParentSelf Employed / Semi-retired| Leader MakerPrince Edward Island, Canada
Over my career, I've switched between organizational manager and project manager a few times. The big difference is the long-term view you take as an organizational manager.
You have to manage your unit members:hiring, firing, promotions, raises and bonuses.
You have to manage your unit capital assets: acquisition, depreciation, and end-of-life.
The management skills are mostly the same, you just apply them longer and often. Saving Changes...
Clement UtukCEO & Co-founder| Kednus CorporationBothell, Wa, United States
Eric,
I will keep my response to your question very simple, it's depends on which country, and the company's (organizational) culture and/or it's politics toward executive nomination(s) or promotion(s) in the that country.
I truly believe that highly skill Sr. Managers and/or Directors with smart leadership and great dedication to their jobs and companies should be given more opportunity to make the executive ranks. Saving Changes...
Asif GulConsultant Project Manager| Energoprojekt EntelMuscat, Oman
Eric,
I strongly believe that one should go for general business courses to qualify for executive or top level management position because at such level you requires many more areas of knowledge and skills, along with Project Management. I have recently completed my MBA and that made me realize its importance for an organisation's top or middle level management.
