Tulasi KosuriBusiness Analyst, Certified Scrum master, CSPO| ConsultantPlano, Tx, United States
I'm studying for CAPM exam in a thinking that I haven't worked as a Project manager, so initially starting with CAPM and eventually take PMP exam, though I have more than 8 years experience in IT industry in different roles, Am I on the right track ? or Should I be taking PMP instead of CAPM ? how different are the both exams ? please suggest
With earning CAPM, how are career opportunities ? Saving Changes...
Markus KopkoAI Enabler for Project & Program Mgmt | Founder PMotion.ai / The PM
AI Coach| PMotion.aiHamburg, Hamburg, Germany
Tulasi -
CAPM is the right decision if you want to get a footstep in the door of project management field.
And if you do not fullfill the requirements for taking the PMP exam (like missing pm experience).
If you can fulfill the PMP exam application requirements, then you should go directly for the PMP exam.
You may refer to this article for further information:
Regarding the question about the difference; well, CAPM is more straightforward about the PMBoK guide Content; the Processes, ITTOs and so on.
PMP exam is much more difficult, complex and the questions are much more situational. It is about the application of your experience in combination with the PMI knowledge and philosophy to specific pm problems.
You may refer to this guide about the PMP exam question types:
Deepa KalangiManager, Program Management, Author, Trainer| CVS HealthCharlotte, NC, United States
Hi,
CAPM seems to be right. PMP is a little harder compared with CAPM, and again it requires certain credit hours to be fulfilled for sitting on a PMP exam. You are on the right track. Saving Changes...
If you haven't worked as a PM before then absolutely do the CAPM first. Saving Changes...
Jaleel .PMP, Associate Director| MetricStreamBangalore, India
Eligibility is the first thing to check. If worked as PM and in specific, if you handled project initiating, planning, executing, monitoring & controlling and closing then PMP is the thing to go. But clearing PMP also depends on real time experience apart from book studying and courses taken. So experience matters.
On career opportunities, not only PMP but any certification will give an advantage over others probably in getting shortlisted for interviews but all depends on the requirement and the way one performs in the interview. But having a certificate will definitely add value. Saving Changes...
Why are you pursuing a PM credential? If it is to help you get a new job or a promotion, I would wait till you have sufficient experience and educational hours and go for the PMP as I've almost never seen the CAPM referenced in a job posting.
If it's to learn more about project management, the CAPM won't help with that as well as a comprehensive foundational PM course through a reputable training provider.
If you want to show a commitment to the profession and achieving the PMP is years off, then the CAPM might be suitable.
Remember, it's a heavy financial and time investment so ensure you are getting the return you want!
Kiron
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1 reply by Lavaughn Selvon
Feb 15, 2018 2:10 PM
Lavaughn Selvon
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Hi Kiron. With reference to: "If it's to learn more about project management, the CAPM won't help with that as well as a comprehensive foundational PM course through a reputable training provider. "
I am the person who have been working not as a PM but I went for many big projects and I realized that PMP not only for PM, even if you just are a coordinator but you still need to know the process of project management to support for your boss is a PM. Even my boss said everybody in PMO team should have PMP. Try your best to apply all your get from PMP for your projects. Good luck! Saving Changes...
Eric SimmsSenior Program ManagerBaltimore, Maryland, United States
I see a number of job ads that feature 'CAPM', so having one could help you secure a PM job.
Becoming a PM can be a hassle, because recruiters want to hire people who already have some PM experience. I suggest you try to get a PM role within your current company, perhaps by assisting a PM as an Assistant PM or Junior PM. That will give you a PM-related job title you can put on your resume that will significantly help you land your first solo PM job. Saving Changes...
It is hard to say which one is best for you. There are a lot of factors. However, if you have the requirements of PMP, I personally suggest to go with PMP. Otherwise, you have to choose CAPM. Saving Changes...
If you have the years experience required I would clearly go for the PMP.
Seem you might have the experience. If not, how many months are you missing?
If you take the CAPM, you will have to pass the exam again (I know not exactly same exam) to get your PMP. Saving Changes...
Drew CraigSr. Agile & Product Coach| VanguardPhiladelphia, Pa, United States
The decision would be influenced by your experience, career path, and specific roles and responsibilities over the past 8 years in IT. If you feel you are qualified for the PMP and can meet the requirements, go for that. Saving Changes...
