Project Management

Please login or join to subscribe to this thread

From Zero to Hero - Road to PMP?

linkedin twitter facebook   Career Development   Outsourcing   Using PMI Standards  
avatar
Michael McNorgan Logistics Account Executive| Total Quality Logistics Ontario, Canada
I have a burning desire to reach this milestone and join the elite in the industry.
Currently possess what I believe are all the tangibles and skill set to bring a dynamic approach to projects... but where do you start your journey? I know there are many different paths; here is what I projected, am I right? Am I wrong?

Thanks in advance!

Take C.A.P.M course.
Use associates certification (C.A.P.M) to land entry-level/assistant PM role.
Take the experience from the field and log hours.
Move into full PM role with current or other organization.
Log hours, work hard, gain experience.
Take PMP examination.
Acquire the gold standard PMP tag.

Any insight and direction is greatly appreciated - it's fueling the dream!
Sort By:
< 1 2 >
avatar
Najam Mumtaz Retired Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Great approach and good luck with it.
avatar
Michael McNorgan Logistics Account Executive| Total Quality Logistics Ontario, Canada
Mar 26, 2018 9:44 PM
Replying to Vincent Guerard
...
Micheal,

Nice plan, wish you the best.
Thank you again for the response Vincent!
avatar
Michael McNorgan Logistics Account Executive| Total Quality Logistics Ontario, Canada
Mar 27, 2018 10:09 AM
Replying to Markus Kopko
...
Hi Michael,

Your plan sounds valid. Just go ahead.
Only thing i would add is, you may consider becoming a PMI member right now. Not only that will save you some money, but it will also give you the access to the VRMS platform within pmi.org. There you may find some volunteer options that may help you gaining the needed experience hours not only for the CAPM but maybe also for the PMP exam later on.

I will send you a PM with further information.

Regards,

Markus
Markus!

Wonderful insight, was not aware of the volunteer options - I've explored a bit through the interface here and was amazed! Much appreciated.

To add, now an official PMI member as well; best wishes to you and thanks for the content.
avatar
Michael McNorgan Logistics Account Executive| Total Quality Logistics Ontario, Canada
Mar 27, 2018 12:08 PM
Replying to Rami Kaibni
...
Your plan sounds like a solid one - The best place to start is as a Project Coordinator because you will learn a lot.
Good morning Rami,

Thank you for your input, it's top in my consideration now - thanks for taking the time on the thread here.
...
1 reply by Rami Kaibni
Apr 03, 2018 9:52 AM
Rami Kaibni
...
You’re welcome. Good Luck with your future plans.
avatar
Michael McNorgan Logistics Account Executive| Total Quality Logistics Ontario, Canada
Mar 27, 2018 1:39 PM
Replying to Demetrius Williams
...
Nice approach. Good luck.
Demetrius,

I appreciate you sharing your confidence - best of luck to you and your endeavors as well.
avatar
Meade Rubenstein PM III| IT Project Guide Sparta, Nj, United States
Michael - find a mentor, find someone on this site or LinkedIn, etc. that you admire - approach them and start to learn from them. Some helpful guidance and support through your journey is invaluable and all you need to do is ask (most people are willing to help).
avatar
Rami Kaibni
Community Champion
Senior Projects Manager | Field & Marten Associates New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Apr 03, 2018 8:15 AM
Replying to Michael McNorgan
...
Good morning Rami,

Thank you for your input, it's top in my consideration now - thanks for taking the time on the thread here.
You’re welcome. Good Luck with your future plans.
< 1 2 >

Please login or join to reply

Content ID:
ADVERTISEMENTS

"If only God would give me some clear sign! Like making a large deposit in my name at a Swiss bank."

- Woody Allen

ADVERTISEMENT

Sponsors







Vendor Events

See all Vendor Events

Newsletters

Jun 3: The Career Problem Facing New PMs
May 20: Your PM Career as a Project Life Cycle
May 13: The Big Lie After Layoffs

See all newsletters