After taking the exam what would be the most beneficial route in carrying on my career as a PM? I work in an industry in my country in which PM are mostly not used or scarcely used. I would like to explore more and eventually have my own consulting business; any sugestions and ideas? Saving Changes...
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Bala S DuvvuriProject Manager| ShellBangalore, Karnataka, India
All the best for your exam Luis. Saving Changes...
Markus KopkoAI Enabler for Project & Program Mgmt | Founder PMotion.ai / The PM
AI Coach| PMotion.aiHamburg, Hamburg, Germany
Hello Louis,
all the best from me also.
I would say, first of all gain your CAPM credential. Than look for jobs where you can collect the needed experiences which are needed as a requirement for the PMP certification (depends on your education).
This jobs mustn't be as a project manager or with this title. Important is that the roles and the taks you have to deliver are among the PMI processes and process groups are.
Since you have the needed experience hours, than sit for the PMP exam. And with this credential you may be in the situation to run your own business ... in a few years.
Senior Projects Manager | Field & Marten AssociatesNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Luis,
Earning your credentials is a great thing and will open new doors for you. That being said, if your country PMs are scarcely hired then this is a great opportunity for you to open your own consulting firm as competition will be minimal.
Good Luck ! Saving Changes...
Gina AbudiPresident| Abudi Consulting LLCAmherst, Nh, United States
Just because you can't find a job with a formal "project manager" title doesn't mean you won't be able to apply your skills in project management. The CAPM is a great first step! Consider at your current organization or a future one where you can add value by applying project management skills - such as working on process improvement initiatives, leading an internal company event or in some other way. And don't forget joining a local chapter where you can apply your skills as a volunteer. If a local chapter is not an option, consider a non-profit that may benefit from you using your project management skills. Saving Changes...
Acquiring knowledge should be of prime importance to any individual. Getting certified is like icing on the cake.
So go ahead & get certified , all the best. Saving Changes...
John Caron, MBA, PMP, CSMVP - Technology Project Solutions Consultant| Bank of AmericaJacksonville, Fl, United States
Indeed, best of luck with your testing. I suggest employing PMI methodologies after you gain your CAPM with the correct employer. Fat too many employers use an ad-hoc project methodology and when living this lifestyle, it has potential to "erase" all you acquired in you studies. I strongly encourage seeking an employer who follows the PMBOK/PMI methodology and utilizing these talents to sit with for your PMP. Saving Changes...
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