Depending on your education level, you need to have spent either 4,500 or 7,500 hours leading and directing projects. The high entry barrier is part of why PMP is the project management gold standard. So how do you even get started?
Project management is no easy business. Adam Alami from Project Smart writes ‘projects are often the offshoot of crisis situations. They kick-off in circumstances that inherently prevent success.’ This may be true, but a lot of issues can be prevented during planning. The right kind of project plan is one where everyone can turn to … Read more
PMP certification is in high demand. In 2011, PMP certificate holders earned ‘an average of 16 percent more than their peers.’ This information comes from the 2013 PMI’s Industry Growth Forecast: Project Management Between 2010 + 2020. However, it has certain requirements regarding education and relevant work experience.
The PMBOK® Guide Sixth Edition is due out in September 2017. The print and online versions will be released in 11 languages, including American English. Here’s what to expect from the latest edition.
