Agile Practices and the PMP Certification

Most project managers strive to earn PMI’s Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification. Those seeking Agile training, an Agile PMP Certification equivalent, or other project certification should include Agile methodologies into their training and PMP certification knowledge base. The Project Management Institute (PMI) predicts there will be 2.2 million project-oriented roles annually through at least 2027. …

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO

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What is the PMP® Certification?

Demand for skilled project managers in all industries and locations grows constantly. The latest estimates indicate that employers will need to fill 2.2 million project-oriented roles every year through 2027. The PMP certification is an excellent choice for aspiring project managers to demonstrate their qualifications in this growing field. On this page: What is the …

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO

What Comes After the PMP® Certification

Earning the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification, which is a highly respected and globally recognized certificate of project management excellence, is a difficult achievement. You should be proud of yourself for it! So, what comes after PMP certification? The answers are in this Project Management Academy guide to what you can expect from the Project …

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO

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Is it Hard to Get the PMP® Certification?

Employers highly value the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification when seeking project manager candidates. However, obtaining this certification requires meeting specific criteria set by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and passing a rigorous exam. While the PMP certification process is challenging, it is certainly achievable with the right approach and preparation. This guide helps you …

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO

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Benefits of PMP Certification to Boost Your Career

The Project Management Institute (PMI)® sets global standards for project management practices, methods, and ethics through certification. By obtaining the PMI®’s Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification, Project Managers have the distinction of a globally recognized professional credential. Both the project manager and the employer enjoy the benefits of having a PMP certification. On this page: …

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How to Get a PMP® Certification: PMP Certification Process

The Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification is a highly sought-after credential in the project management world. Earning the PMP certification demonstrates your ability to lead and complete projects of any type, size, and complexity. It also proves you have the professional skills needed for the management of projects across varying industries and locations. Are you …

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PMP Experience Examples for the PMP Application

PMP Experience Examples – PMP Application Process

Whether you are pursuing a Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification, looking to record your Professional Development Units (PDUs), or interested in any type of project management training, knowing how to describe and document your project management experience is essential. Your PMA experts can help you break down what PMP experience examples should look like.

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO

PMP ECO Update

New PMP Exam in 2021: Why It Matters for All Project Managers

Gaining marketable skills, earning a globally recognized certification, and learning from verified training providers, is the best way to invest your personal training budget. Working towards a Project Manager Professional (PMP ®) certification, with PMP holders earning 25% more than counterparts without it, is an important professional goal. Make sure that you are informed about …

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Is PMP Certification Worth It: Salary Increase vs Investment

Is getting a PMP® Certification worth it in 2024? Absolutely! Project management skills are useful in any industry or business. The Project Management Institute (PMI) predicts that project management jobs in seven sectors will grow by 33% through 2027. That’s almost 22 million new jobs! While the PMP® Certification isn’t required, it can make you …

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Earn Your PMP in 2020

Critical Project: Earn Your PMP® Certification in 2020

As the job market evolves, you should always be working on keeping skills fresh and expertise sharp. A Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification enhances the professional standing of anyone, regardless of whether your official title is “project manager” or if project management is a skill set within many you have. Research for the U.S. suggests …

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