I'm not sure if this is the right place to post, however I'm looking for advice/help.
I achieved my Prince2 in late 2010 and I'm not sure what to really do with it.
I'm currently driving a van as my current job, but I really want to break into the project management career, However this seems to be very difficult as most companies are wanting experience.
Could anyone offer advice please, as I'm currently stuck in a job I don't really enjoy.
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Peter WrightProgramme Manager| BAE SystemsSouthport, Merseyside, United Kingdom
Nathan
If you have not had much PM experience barr taking prince 2 I would recommend searching for junior pm type roles or project office support type roles, suggest you look at IT Jobs Watch.co.uk and you can search for roles that suit your experience, see the salaries associated with those roles and also find jobs connected with the site.
As you are finding most standard PM jobs ask for experience but junior roles or PMO roles may be more suited Saving Changes...
Two years ago you achieved Prince2 - and you currently work as a driver... in my experience usually people work within a Project Management discipline first, that is they start working with projects to at least understand the fundamentals first before going on to gain Prince 2.... if you are serious about a career in Project Management you may want to consider working as Projects Administrator\Support or a Junior Project Manager where you could be assisting the Project Manager - before you can climb the ladder to Project Manager level experience is crucial this is the only way to get to where you want to be... it does mean starting at the lower end and gradually ascending to PM role. Also think about which industry appeals to you! what can you offer that will make a difference - your knowledge and qualifications because Prince2 is not enough !
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Elizabeth HarrinDirector| RebelsGuideToPM.comLondon, England, United Kingdom
I agree with the other two commentators. Having PRINCE2 is not enough, especially as it is not experience based and is essentially a classroom course. It doesn't prove you can manage projects, so employers will also look for experience. Is there a way that you can use your current experience in the field of logistics to apply for junior PM/PMO roles in that industry? Or to talk to your current employer about whether you can take on some additional responsibilities alongside driving, such as managing the route, some basic planning or budgeting, to build up your transferable skills and make your experience more attractive to an employer? Saving Changes...
Hi Nathan,
I know Prince 2 is the flavour of the day in UK, but unfortunately it is not good starting point as a training tool for project managers as it does not cover all the 9 knowledge areas of project management as described in the Project management body of knowledge (PMBoK) as published by the Project management institute (PMI). I recommend looking at the PMI or the UK equivalent for a fuller understanding of what project management involves.
I also suggest that you have a look at some way to gain some experience of working within a project before you try and manage one. Most project managers tend to have followed this path.
Have you had a look at some volunteer jobs where you could apply some of the techniques you have learnt? Saving Changes...
Hi Nathan,
I know Prince 2 is the flavour of the day in UK, but unfortunately it is not good starting point as a training tool for project managers as it does not cover all the 9 knowledge areas of project management as described in the Project management body of knowledge (PMBoK) as published by the Project management institute (PMI). I recommend looking at the PMI or the UK equivalent for a fuller understanding of what project management involves.
I also suggest that you have a look at some way to gain some experience of working within a project before you try and manage one. Most project managers tend to have followed this path.
Have you had a look at some volunteer jobs where you could apply some of the techniques you have learnt? Saving Changes...
