Unless you are working in the US, I really don't think an MSP would be a disadvantage compared to a PgMP. The latter is so expensive and has a high qualification standard (not unwarranted), so they will more than likely continue to be priced out of the global market for program/portfolio certifications. I guess it really comes down to what your employer of future employer is looking for in the way of certifications. You are from India so correct me if I am wrong, but they are more based on UK standards, which holds the MSP in high regard, since it comes from Axelos in the UK. Saving Changes...
Stéphane ParentSelf Employed / Semi-retired| Leader MakerPrince Edward Island, Canada
I think you answered your own question. The pre-requisistes for PgMP are higher than NSP. Guess what? That makes the PgMP better. Saving Changes...
Gopal SahaiCorporate Trainer| Self employedNew Delhi, Delhi, India
It really depends on what are we looking at in terms of current or future role.
The initial difference is their country of origin and hence the consequent impact of business environment.
Your question seems analogous to the on-going earlier debate on which being better - PMP or Prince2? Extend that to Program (or Programme) Management, takes you to compare PgMP with MSP.
Eligibility: (as already answered in your question)
Cost: PgMP is much costlier than MSP
Efforts: PgMP will need much more efforts to be put in than MSP
Validity: 5 years. MSP (Foundation) is for lifetime
Value:is as perceived by the customer. So depends what is your work environment. (1) US: PgMP. (2) UK, Europe, Australia: MSP. (3) India (perhaps your location): although it is a mix of both, but PgMP is seemingly more recognized than MSP. But, as I said, it really depends on your work environment (current or future). Saving Changes...
Ramachandran SwaminathanRegional Delivery Manager| Oracle Consulting IndiaBangalore, Karnataka, India
As you mentioned yourself, PgMP requires more experience, $ and hard work to get through. And it has better brand value since it come from PMI which is globally recognized. If you have the zeal and appetite I would recommend you to go for PgMP. If you are looking for increasing your knowledge in the program mgmt area then you can always go for MSP Saving Changes...
Thanks for your help guys. I will go with PgMP. I have switched 3 cities already and at the very beginning, it is not that easy to find a job right away upon arrival. I often look for a job as a freelancer at first. For example, now I work at MilesWeb which is where I am dealing with business writing until someone got interested in my resume. Saving Changes...
Stéphane ParentSelf Employed / Semi-retired| Leader MakerPrince Edward Island, Canada
All the best on your PgMP journey, Sneha. Saving Changes...
