I'm doing the reverse. Given my retirement, I'm planning to let a number of my certifications lapse as the benefits no longer justify the ongoing costs. A couple of years from now, I expect that the only cert I will still have will be the PMP, albeit in its retired status.
Kiron
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1 reply by Kwiyuh Michael Wepngong
Jan 08, 2025 1:42 AM
Kwiyuh Michael Wepngong
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Hi Sir,
That's quite fair... You should be enjoying your retirement
I might take the PMO-CP course; I'm not sure, yet, if I'll do the certification.
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1 reply by Kwiyuh Michael Wepngong
Jan 08, 2025 1:44 AM
Kwiyuh Michael Wepngong
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Oh wow... May be after the course, you will love the certification..
I wish you all the best Sir
Saving Changes...
Mike FrenetteManager, IT PMO| Halifax Water (retired)Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
PMO-CP - the upcoming credential for anyone running, setting up or enhancing a PMO. The PMI PMO Practice Guide and the newly branded PMO-CP credential with accompanying new exam are on the verge of being released (rumor has it at the end of this month).
(I already have it, but thought I'd mention it for those reading this thread.)
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1 reply by Kwiyuh Michael Wepngong
Jan 08, 2025 1:42 AM
Kwiyuh Michael Wepngong
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Wow..!!! This is huge.... Wishing all the best Mike
Financial Management Specialist | US Peace CorpsYaounde, Centre, Cameroon
Jan 06, 2025 7:07 AM
Replying to Kiron Bondale
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Kwiyuh -
I'm doing the reverse. Given my retirement, I'm planning to let a number of my certifications lapse as the benefits no longer justify the ongoing costs. A couple of years from now, I expect that the only cert I will still have will be the PMP, albeit in its retired status.
Kiron
Hi Sir,
That's quite fair... You should be enjoying your retirement Saving Changes...
Financial Management Specialist | US Peace CorpsYaounde, Centre, Cameroon
Jan 06, 2025 9:32 AM
Replying to Mike Frenette
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PMO-CP - the upcoming credential for anyone running, setting up or enhancing a PMO. The PMI PMO Practice Guide and the newly branded PMO-CP credential with accompanying new exam are on the verge of being released (rumor has it at the end of this month).
(I already have it, but thought I'd mention it for those reading this thread.)
Wow..!!! This is huge.... Wishing all the best Mike Saving Changes...
Financial Management Specialist | US Peace CorpsYaounde, Centre, Cameroon
Jan 06, 2025 9:13 AM
Replying to Aaron Porter
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I might take the PMO-CP course; I'm not sure, yet, if I'll do the certification.
Oh wow... May be after the course, you will love the certification..
I wish you all the best Sir
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1 reply by Aaron Porter
Jan 08, 2025 11:10 AM
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Thank you, you as well.
To be honest, I've already completed/achieved??? enough certifications for my known needs. Useful knowledge and practical application is great, but if a certification isn't important for my career goals or to a current or potential employer, it's just another piece of paper. I'll be learning new things all year long, and I'll be very selective when considering future certifications.
Oh wow... May be after the course, you will love the certification..
I wish you all the best Sir
Thank you, you as well.
To be honest, I've already completed/achieved??? enough certifications for my known needs. Useful knowledge and practical application is great, but if a certification isn't important for my career goals or to a current or potential employer, it's just another piece of paper. I'll be learning new things all year long, and I'll be very selective when considering future certifications.
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1 reply by Mike Frenette
Jan 08, 2025 11:30 AM
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I agree, Aaron. There is no point in going for a certification unless it elevates you in your role in the eyes of those who are watching and have influence. The knowledge required to gain a certification is important, though, but again, it has to apply to your current or future role.
In the case of the new PMI PMO certification, anyone running a PMO should really take any available training whether they write the exam or not. They may find that it is such a signficant mindset change, that the application of the knowledge will help them restructure their PMO to better meet the requirements of the organization. "One size does ot fit all", is the message and even more than that "Each PMO is unique" is an overriding focus, along identifying the important stakeholders the PMO services, identifying the value and outcomes they seek using some structured approaches, and then setting up the PMO to deliver what is required.
Saving Changes...
Mike FrenetteManager, IT PMO| Halifax Water (retired)Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Jan 08, 2025 11:10 AM
Replying to Aaron Porter
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Thank you, you as well.
To be honest, I've already completed/achieved??? enough certifications for my known needs. Useful knowledge and practical application is great, but if a certification isn't important for my career goals or to a current or potential employer, it's just another piece of paper. I'll be learning new things all year long, and I'll be very selective when considering future certifications.
I agree, Aaron. There is no point in going for a certification unless it elevates you in your role in the eyes of those who are watching and have influence. The knowledge required to gain a certification is important, though, but again, it has to apply to your current or future role.
In the case of the new PMI PMO certification, anyone running a PMO should really take any available training whether they write the exam or not. They may find that it is such a signficant mindset change, that the application of the knowledge will help them restructure their PMO to better meet the requirements of the organization. "One size does ot fit all", is the message and even more than that "Each PMO is unique" is an overriding focus, along identifying the important stakeholders the PMO services, identifying the value and outcomes they seek using some structured approaches, and then setting up the PMO to deliver what is required. Saving Changes...
IVIE IMOISILISr. Program Manager| 7-ElevenWylie, United States
Submitted the application for the PGMP. Im in the audit process. After this, ill take another 10 years off lol
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1 reply by Darren Paladino
Jan 12, 2025 5:14 PM
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Way to take the steps on the PGMP Ivie! I still have that marked as a 'maybe' and would be interested in your perspective on its value. Thank you
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