I was reading lots of articles on Project management cources and certfication. I am having 5 yrs of PM experience in IT and I had cleared PMP examination last year. I have no issues related to my PM skills but still not satisfied with my PM qualification. Can you suggest some degree/certification, which can give me extra recognition or edge in field of project management.
I was thinking about SCPM but it is very costly (approx.$6000+). Being a Indian, it is a big amount for me.
Do you know some similar course/degree which can meet my objective. Saving Changes...
Mohit JainAssociate Director| Ramco SystemsFaridabad, Haryana, India
More certification means more investment of time and money and then more re-investment to maintain them. It is vicious circle of the certifications. We should look into our career path and then decide on the certification requirements. Saving Changes...
Stéphane ParentSelf Employed / Semi-retired| Leader MakerPrince Edward Island, Canada
A few years ago, I got my PMI-SP to support my expertise in project scheduling. I am currently working towards my PMI-RMP to add some ERM to my knowledge and skills. While I had not considered PRINCE2 much in demand in North American, I recently notice some Canadian provincial governments have been seeking holders of that certification over PMI''s PMP. I might make PRINCE2 my next one. Saving Changes...
There are PMI-GAC accredited programs offered globally, they may be useful for you, you can use PMI website for more info. Saving Changes...
Michael AdamsSolutions Architect| LANLLos Alamos, Nm, United States
I wholeheartedly agree with Bethany. Volunteering for the local PMI chapter has been one of the best career moves I''ve ever made. I started volunteering, as a board member, after I failed my first PMP exam, and have been volunteering ever since. It has put me in a position, where I''m involved in making strategic decisions for the organization. I''ve had to expand my knowledge and learn about things that I never would have learned about as an IT project manager. As the President Elect, my job includes a focus on marketing, so I''ve been learning about marketing best practices and developing a guide for chapter marketing. Previously as the VP Education, I had to manage implementation of our PMP Prep course, which is taught by PMP volunteers from the chapter. I had to learn leadership skills and get a big project done without any authority to wield. I''ve gone to the Region 7 PMI Leadership Institute Meeting, and learned a great deal about effective chapter governance (which translates well into effective governance). It has expanded my professional network incredibly. I highly recommend getting involved with PMI and volunteering. It can make a huge difference in a short period of time. Saving Changes...
