After PMP certified, should i continue to learn PMI-ACP (agile certified practitioner)?

Phyo, when it comes to obtaining certifications, understand the "why" behind wanting to achieve them. Does it align with your long-term career goals? Will you use the knowledge gained to better the processes where you work now or in the future? If yes, then definitely go after it.

It will depends on your own estimation about future market demands (at least what I use to decide about a certification). Adding to add is my own motivation to get something that can complement my PMP certification. Because of that, related to PMI, I am PMP, PMI-PBA, PMI-ACP. Because the new strategy I perceived the PMI is running I think is better to take a look to DA (Discipline Agile) certification

Phyo -

Jason is absolutely correct that you need to focus your development activities on your career objectives.

I would add though that having "some" knowledge of alternate delivery approaches would likely be useful for all PM professionals. PMI is certainly encouraging this through the greater emphasis on tailoring in the upcoming seventh edition of the PMBOK Guide and the 50% agile/hybrid content inclusion in the new PMP exam.

This doesn't necessarily mean pursuing a certification as that should only come after you have gained sufficient experience in the domain, but you could consider taking a foundational course in agile and look for opportunities to apply what you've learned in your role.

Kiron

I do agree with Sergio. It depends on the market, your career, etc.

I do agree with Sergio. It depends on the market, your career, etc.

PMI is definitely going hard on the DA route. Taking a DA course and/or certification will probably be a better long term course as it encompasses much of what the ACP would as well as several other strategies to succeed in areas not typically thought of as agile such as civil engineering.

Phyo, congrats for the PMP

A good way forward for me was to try out in real projects many of the concepts, I did implement earned value, critical chain, procurement and others. This way you get experiences and stories to tell. You might also consider to study further PMI Guides like WBS, Construction or non-PMI guides.

If you chose to extend your theoretical base, as some say, I would look at what is practiced in your area and industry.

Agile is a topic that is easy to understand, with PMI's DA certifications, you can start with one. Or going to learn about Scrum, which is widely used in the agile field. Someone in this forum recently counted more than 200 agile certifications, as a starter a 2 day Scrum class will do.

ACP gives you a comprehensive overview over the agile forest, as some call it, but takes more effort than the other certifications.

Alternatively you may find it more relevant to dig into construction and engineering with learning about BIM, contracting and other future oriented developments in your industry.

And moving from frameworks and processes, think about leadership. Toastmasters allows you to practice leadership skills and obtain certifications. In the end, we project managers have to deal with people and need to continuously improve ourselves in that respect.

And lastly, consider to volunteer in the project management field, this will give you a wider view about the development options, extend your network beyond your current industry and provide a sandbox to try out your project management expertise.

Absolutely agree with Jason. It is great to have the initiative for professional development, but best to have it align with current needs and future goals so can speak to a relatable story, whether in LinkedIn, resume, or in an interview.

Congratulations on your PMP, Phyo. My suggestion would be to try some of the PDU-earning webinars. Many of the agile-flavoured webinars will count for your PMP PDUs. This will give you more agile knowledge to see if it's something you wish to pursue. (It will also help you with the necessary 21 hours of agile education.)