Project management is a valuable skill that is highly sought after by professionals in the information technology industry. It is a discipline in itself, and can be complemented with business, programming, or general management skills. It is a great way to start your career in information technology or business.
The Project Management Institute offers the PMP (Project Management Professional) certification. The PMP certification, which is a preferred project management certification, is recognized in many countries. The PMI.org website provides information about the certification process, handbooks that describe each credential, and online applications for certifications. It also offers resources such as training, events, study guides, and resources.
Who should pursue the PMP credential
The PMP certification is for people who manage cross-functional teams and are able to adhere to the time, cost, and scope constraints in order deliver projects. The PMP certification candidates are responsible for managing all aspects of individual projects from conception to completion. A high school diploma or equivalent is required for the PMP exam. The candidate must also have 5 years of experience in project management and 35 hours of project administration education. They will be able to pass the exam if they have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
I am interested in getting my PMP certification. I am currently completing my application. The application is divided into three steps. The first step involves several parts. The application process can take several hours. Candidates may return to the application multiple times to complete additional parts. The applicant has 90 days to complete the application and submit it. After that, the applicant has a one year window in which to take the exam.
The application
Although the application is easy to complete, some sections may take longer. I was able to complete the contact information and education sections in step 1. Now, I am working on the requirements section. This is where I will document my experience in project management. I will refer to my files from different projects in order to be able to accurately state the responsibilities and the time required for each project.
There are a few things to be aware of. One is that a PMP candidate cannot list all experience gained in a given time frame once. This applies even if two projects were managed simultaneously and the experience was in both. Also, gaps in experience are not counted. This means that if I have 36 months of experience, I must be able to prove it. It is possible that I will be audited. Therefore, it is a good idea to contact my former employers and talk to my supervisors about my plans to take the PMP exam. Also, list the projects I worked on as evidence of my project management skills. Project management experience is required for the following processes: Planning, Execution, Monitoring, Controlling, Closing, and Initiating. It is not necessary to have experience in all of the project management processes for a PMP candidate.
My story
Because project management is what I do, and have done since childhood, I am interested in PMP certification. Over the past two decades my career has seen many changes. I have always been able to manage, work with others, switch gears, and learn new things. My career is as follows: I started out as a graphic designer and became an art director. I also started my own design company, did website development, and was able to take on more projects.
