{"id":408,"date":"2018-05-26T10:25:00","date_gmt":"2018-05-26T15:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/?p=408"},"modified":"2025-02-04T16:58:37","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T21:58:37","slug":"4-reasons-employers-want-you-to-have-your-pmp-certification","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/4-reasons-employers-want-you-to-have-your-pmp-certification\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Reasons Companies Want PMP\u00ae Certified Employees in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Over the past few years, you may have noticed more and more job postings for certified project managers popping up. Project management experts are in high demand, because it\u2019s a role that can ensure major projects are executed successfully. Employers are looking to hire those who can demonstrate their skills in this field; there&#8217;s no better way of doing that than achieving a PMP certification and showing employers you&#8217;re serious about building your career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>On this page:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/4-reasons-employers-want-you-to-have-your-pmp-certification\/#It-Instills-Confidence\">PMP Certifications Instills Confidence<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/4-reasons-employers-want-you-to-have-your-pmp-certification\/#It-Earns-International-Recognition\">PMP Certifications Earn International Recognition<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/4-reasons-employers-want-you-to-have-your-pmp-certification\/#It\u2019s-Explicitly-Required-in-Some-Sectors\">PMP Certifications Are Required in Some Sectors<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/4-reasons-employers-want-you-to-have-your-pmp-certification\/#It-Mitigates-Risk\">PMP Certifications Mitigate Risk<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Earning your <strong>Project Management Professional (PMP)\u00ae certification<\/strong> can be a game-changer for your career, offering <strong>greater job opportunities and significantly higher earning potential<\/strong>. On average, <strong>PMP-certified project managers in the U.S. <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/pmp-certification-salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">earn around $120,000<\/a><\/strong>, compared to <strong>$90,000 for non-certified professionals<\/strong>, though salaries vary by location. The value of certification has steadily increased\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/www.projectmanagement.com\/articles\/281946\/salaries--demand-strong-for-pms#_=_\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">back in 2014<\/a>, PMP holders earned about <strong>$12,000 more<\/strong> than their non-certified peers, a gap that has since widened. This growing salary difference highlights the <strong>rising demand for skilled project managers<\/strong> and the <strong>financial advantages<\/strong> of earning PMP certification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"726\" height=\"578\" src=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/image-2.png\" alt=\"Annual Salary for PMP Certification Holders\" class=\"wp-image-8348\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, project managers aren\u2019t the only ones who benefit from earning their PMP credential. The companies that employ <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/pmp-certification-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMP credential holders&nbsp;reap benefits<\/a> from their employees earning this credential, too. Let\u2019s look at some of the ways employers benefit when you earn your PMP credential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"It-Instills-Confidence\">PMP Certifications Instills Confidence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First and foremost, your PMP credential signifies to those around you that you have the skills to successfully manage any project. This instills confidence in both the teams you manage and the organizations that hire you. If you have your PMP certification, you are viewed as someone that\u2019s at the top of the project management field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To pass the PMP certification exam, you need a thorough understanding of <strong><em>A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK<\/em><sup>\u00ae<\/sup> <em>Guide)<\/em><\/strong>. This has all the Project Management Institute-approved methods you should know for effectively running successful projects. So, once you\u2019ve earned the PMP certification, most employers and clients will assume that you have the <em>PMBOK<\/em><sup>\u00ae<\/sup> <em>Guide<\/em> strategies down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"626\" height=\"182\" src=\"https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/09\/22104411\/image-11.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3248\" style=\"width:684px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/09\/22104411\/image-11.png 626w, https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/09\/22104411\/image-11-300x87.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 626px) 100vw, 626px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to increasing the confidence clients have when you <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/pmp-certification-process\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">have your PMP credential<\/a>, your certification also increases the chances of your employer closing sales. Having a PMP certification holder on a project team can be an enticing selling point when pitching to new clients. In fact, it might be the competitive advantage that sets your company apart. When clients hear that a certified project manager will be working on their account, they\u2019ll have confidence that their project will be run with expert hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"It-Earns-International-Recognition\">The PMP Certification Earns International Recognition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the recognition you\u2019ll receive internally from your team, you\u2019ll also increase your credibility abroad, too. The <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/what-is-the-pmp-certification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMP certification is recognized by companies worldwide<\/a> as the standard for project management leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2007, Project Management International earned ISO\/IEC (International Organization for Standardization and the International Electrotechnical Commission) 17024 accreditation. The ISO\/IEC are the bodies responsible for developing international standards for the information technology and Information and Communications Technology fields. Since that time, the <strong>PMP certification program has held credibility in the more than 85 countries<\/strong> that align with ISO\/IEC standardization practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your company conducts business with international partners or you have an interest in managing projects abroad, earning your PMP credential can give you legitimacy in ISO\/IEC countries. And in the same way that having a certified expert on board is a competitive advantage when pursuing new domestic business prospects, your company will find the same is true when forming business partnerships abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"It\u2019s-Explicitly-Required-in-Some-Sectors\">PMP Certifications Are Required in Some Sectors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For some client contracts, the PMP certification is more than just a bonus; it\u2019s a requirement. You may encounter situations where you must have the PMP credential to run a project, particularly in the government sector. It\u2019s growing more and more common for certifications to be required for work in the federal, state, and local levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PMP certification is often a <strong>requirement in highly regulated industries<\/strong> such as healthcare, pharmaceuticals, defense contracting, and financial services. These sectors must navigate <strong>strict government regulations, compliance mandates, and security standards<\/strong>, making effective project management critical. For companies operating in these industries, <strong>hiring PMP-certified professionals isn\u2019t just preferred\u2014it\u2019s often essential<\/strong>. In many cases, candidates or subcontractors <strong>without a PMP credential may not even be considered<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you have interest in pursuing a career in one of these industries, or there\u2019s a chance you may have a client in the future that comes from one of these industries, it\u2019s essential that you have your PMP credential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"It-Mitigates-Risk\">The PMP Certification Mitigates Risk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many companies launch projects with the <strong>expectation of failure<\/strong>\u2014in fact, <strong>75% of business and IT leaders<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geneca.com\/why-up-to-75-of-software-projects-will-fail\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">believe their next software project won\u2019t succeed<\/a>. The amount of <strong>time and money wasted<\/strong> on these failed initiatives is staggering, and even projects that reach completion often <strong>run over budget or past deadlines<\/strong>, adding unexpected costs. Worse, <strong>over 17% of large IT projects fail so catastrophically<\/strong> that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cio.com\/article\/230427\/why-it-projects-still-fail.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">they threaten the company&#8217;s very existence<\/a>. For most organizations, major projects\u2014especially those with company-wide impact\u2014carry <strong>significant risks<\/strong> that can\u2019t be ignored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is why <strong>PMP-certified project managers<\/strong> are highly sought after by companies. Earning the certification demonstrates <strong>mastery of proven project management strategies<\/strong> that drive successful outcomes. <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/what-to-do-after-pmp-certification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMP holders<\/a> have the skills to <strong>keep projects on track, within budget, and aligned with business goals<\/strong>\u2014a crucial asset in an environment where failure is costly. Passing the exam isn\u2019t just about knowledge; it\u2019s proof of a <strong>deep understanding of project execution, risk management, and strategic planning.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2024\/10\/16092056\/2492955_PMA-KeyBenefitsOfProjectManagement-2_121124.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8297\" style=\"width:827px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2024\/10\/16092056\/2492955_PMA-KeyBenefitsOfProjectManagement-2_121124.jpg 560w, https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2024\/10\/16092056\/2492955_PMA-KeyBenefitsOfProjectManagement-2_121124-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Successfully run projects are beneficial for the entire company, and the best way to make sure a project is successful is to hire a PMP certification holder. This mitigates the risk of sinking funds into a failed project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Earning your PMP credential is a great way to support your employer and <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/is-earning-the-pmp-worth-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">increase the value you add to a team<\/a>. If you&#8217;re interested in pursuing the PMP certification, now is the perfect time to start preparing to take the exam. You should consider talking to your employer about sponsoring you through the process. The benefits we explored above are why some companies may be willing to <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/training-courses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">provide exam prep training courses<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/how-much-does-a-pmp-certification-cost\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pay for exam fees<\/a>. The exam is $675 if you are not a PMI member, and $425 if you are a PMI member.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.projectmanagementacademy.net\/complete-pmp-certification-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">earn your certification<\/a>, your work isn\u2019t finished. If you want your employer to continue reaping these benefits, you need to <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/maintain-your-pmi-certifications\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">maintain your PMP credential<\/a>. This means you must <strong>earn 60 Professional Development Units (PDUs) every three years<\/strong>. If you don\u2019t earn these PDUs, you\u2019ll lose your certification. When you\u2019re diligent about keeping your certification up to date, both you and your employer will benefit for years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Are you ready to earn the PMP certification? Download The <a href=\"https:\/\/educate360.com\/industry-insight\/complete-pmp-certification-guide\/\">Complete PMP Certification Guide<\/a>&nbsp;now to help you through the process.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Studying for the PMP Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/free-pmp-questions\" style=\"border-radius:2px;background-color:#366194\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PMP Practice Questions<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p style=\"font-size:25px\"><strong>Upcoming PMP Certification Training &#8211; Live &amp; Online Classes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><table class=\"table table-striped table-bordered table-responsive-sm font-md mt-5 mb-0 d-none d-md-table\"><tr><td>Name<\/td><td>Date<\/td><td>Place<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/table>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Over the past few years, you may have noticed more and more job postings for certified project managers popping up. 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