Tony SadowskiProject Manager| Pomeroy TechnologiesMooresville, Nc, United States
I already have my PMI-PMP certification for 4 years now and looking to expand my knowledge/skills. My question is should I go obtain the PMI-PgMP or the PMI-ACP? Saving Changes...
Totally depends on what your career aspirations are and what the needs are of roles you aspire to. Neither has significant recognition by recruiters so it really will come down to whether a given hiring manager values one over the other.
Senior Projects Manager | Field & Marten AssociatesNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Tony, like Kiron said, your choice of credential should complement your career path and objectives. If you are currently managing Programs, then PgMP is a highly recommended credential to test your knowledge but be mindful that to apply for the PgMP, you need:
1) 48 months of project management experience or PMP (which you have) and on top of that;
2) 84 months of program management experience within the last 15 years
If you're lookng to expand your knowledge, PMI-ACP is a good credential generally speaking! Saving Changes...
Tony, I completely agree with the previous answers. A few years ago, I was in a similar situation, I didn’t know what to I should pursue next.
I also took advantage of Rami’s experience and willingness to help and had a very interesting chat about my career goals. I opted to enhance my skills and knowledge through other avenues. Saving Changes...
Sergio Luis ConteHelping to create solutions for everyone| Worldwide based OrganizationsBuenos Aires, Argentina
Just trying to add something to great comments above. When I think in spend time and money on certifications in general I made my own analysis about future market demands. Because of that I am PMP, PMI-PBA, PMI-ACP. As you can see, some of that certifications are not too much required outside there. But it was my estimation. Regarding PgMP and PfMP my previous work place paid for that but in my personal opinion they are not certifications that deserves the effort to go for them. Then, I do not have them no matter I was able because I fullfiled the requirements. Beyond the market needs take into account if your work place have a career path in that sense. For example, bacause of that, I am SAFe PO/PM, SAFe SM and SAFe RTE certified. Saving Changes...
It depends on the type of job you're performing. If you manage a portfolio or program, PMI-PgMP fits best. But if you manage single projects where agile is primarily used, you get the best benefits with the knowledge provided by PMI-ACP certification. Saving Changes...
Navaid Ur RehmanAdditional Director / Project Management Expert /Writer /Trainer| Confidential (Pakistan)Karachi, Sd, Pakistan
It depends on your Job role, if you are C-Level executive and deals strategic level matters than you are best fit for PfMP and if you are dealing and managing multiple projects (Projects/Program) level than go for PgMP. Saving Changes...
PgMP places emphasis on managing programs, while PMI-ACP delves into Agile concepts that are applicable even in our everyday lives. If you're seeking to enhance your understanding for continuous learning across various situations, PMI-ACP may be the preferable choice. However, if you're aiming to bolster professionalism or advance your career, both PMI-ACP and PgMP hold significant value.
After all, being certified doesn't mean we stop learning. We can continue to learn and grow at any stage of our careers. Saving Changes...
Mike FrenetteManager, IT PMO| Halifax Water (retired)Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
If your next career move is to manage programs of projects, maybe run a PMO, and move away from managing projects and more into connection with your executive management team, the PgMP (and the PfMP, for that matter) is probably for you.
If you wish to continue managing projects, but feel you are perhaps too predictive and want to be come more adaptive, or become knowledgeable in both areas, then the PMI-ACP may be a good choice.
However, the Disciplined Agile series of certifications should also be on your radar. Choosing your way might mean choosing your WOW. ;) Saving Changes...
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