{"id":1312,"date":"2021-11-19T07:06:04","date_gmt":"2021-11-19T07:06:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/blog\/?p=1312"},"modified":"2021-11-19T07:06:45","modified_gmt":"2021-11-19T07:06:45","slug":"are-you-considering-a-career-change-make-a-leap-with-pmp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/blog\/project-management\/are-you-considering-a-career-change-make-a-leap-with-pmp\/","title":{"rendered":"Are you considering a career change? Make a Leap with PMP."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Candidates seek new career opportunities for a variety of reasons, including advancement, learning, new challenges, higher pay, and so on. A career change is a significant decision that necessitates extensive self-evaluation. It is primarily influenced by personal requirements and available opportunities. However, before making a career change decision, weigh the opportunity against your objectives and then settle for a favorable outcome. If you&#8217;ve been considering a career change, PMP\u00ae certification can assist you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Preparing for the PMP\u00ae Exam? Take this quiz to find out where you stand!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/pmp-certification-training-course-new\/\">Project Management Professional (PMP)\u00ae certification<\/a> is an industry-recognized course for project managers that facilitates job transitions and provides ample opportunities to learn and grow. Earning a PMP\u00ae certification can help you advance in your career and earn a higher salary, even if you only have 3-5 years of experience! Practitioners with the PMP\u00ae credentials are often admired for their ability to provide the professional assistance required for project management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the PMI\u00ae 2014 Pulse of the Profession study, organizations with more than 35% PMP\u00ae certified project managers have better project performance. According to a Price Waterhouse Coopers survey from 2007, 80 percent of high-performing projects employ a credentialed project manager.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Obtaining a PMP\u00ae Certification is an excellent way to demonstrate your experience, education, competency, and problem-solving abilities in order to meet a project management requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PMP\u00ae Advantages 1. PMP\u00ae &#8211; A Differentiator<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Obtaining the PMP\u00ae certification not only adds credibility, but it also makes a significant difference in your resume. When applying for a job, having this credential will put you one step ahead of those who do not! A learned set of practices can also benefit and grow one&#8217;s own business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Financial Advantages<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Indeed, the PMP\u00ae certification is a key to success because it not only helps you present yourself better to prospective employers but also has a positive impact on project managers&#8217; salaries. According to one study, PMP\u00ae certified project managers earn an average starting salary of $90,000 per year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to another industry report, overall PMP\u00ae credentials will earn you a 20% pay increase over non-credentialed project managers with comparable qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the 2010 PMI\u00ae Salary Survey, PMP\u00ae certified project managers in six major countries have a $10,000 USD salary advantage over non-PMP\u00ae certified project managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Assess and train other employees<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PMP\u00ae is all about project management, and having the discipline to master project management puts you in a better position to evaluate the skills of others. You can easily write down one&#8217;s strengths and weaknesses in accordance with the project requirements and work accordingly. Because you went through the process of earning the certificate, you now have a better understanding of all the project management tools, allowing you to better mentor, teach, and train others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Promote professional development<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no need to be concerned about a PMP\u00ae certification becoming obsolete. The sky is the limit with the knowledge and training you receive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to a survey, eight of the thirteen job postings for project managers on CIO.com and Dice.com either required or preferred project management certification. According to another survey, five of the eight job postings for project managers prefer a professional certificate in project management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PMP\u00ae encourages you to advance professionally by elevating your profile among thousands of other candidates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/11193-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1313\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/11193-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/11193-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/11193-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/11193.jpg 1082w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Here&#8217;s an interesting article that explains how PMP training can help project managers advance in their careers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Establishing a Common Language<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from improving your job prospects and salary, the PMP\u00ae certification acquaints you with common project management jargon. This allows you to communicate more effectively with executives, project colleagues, and customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PMP\u00ae certification provides you with a standard framework for initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing a project, which includes project goals, risks, and resources required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. Internationally recognized<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PMP\u00ae certification courses have international recognition, which provides certificate holders with increased global exposure. PMP\u00ae has gradually gained global recognition, and certified individuals now command a higher salary than non-certified peers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7. Opportunities for networking<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being a PMP\u00ae certified professional connects you to a global network of other PMP\u00ae professionals. According to the August 2011 issue of PMI\u00ae, there are 357,770 PMI\u00ae members worldwide, and the number is growing by the day. As a result, your project manager network database is quite large, and as they say, knowledge and experience sharing always results in large numbers (growth and profit). Furthermore, you are always up to date on what is new in the world of project management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>8. Successful projects and invaluable experience<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A PMP\u00ae certificate demonstrates that you have a firm grasp on the set of tools required to effectively manage and deliver projects. As a result, you can now manage projects faster and cheaper while maintaining high quality results and minimizing risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of the training program required to obtain the PMP\u00ae certification, you are placed in diverse corporate situations that are essentially outside of your comfort zone, allowing you to gain valuable experience in how to solve complex and diverse project problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Obtaining the PMP\u00ae<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligibility requirements include a secondary degree, at least five years of project management experience, 7500 hours leading and directing projects, and 35 hours of project management education.Or<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; A four-year degree and at least three years of project management experience, as well as 4500 hours leading and directing projects and 35 hours of project management education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PMP\u00ae course categorization: According to the PMP\u00ae Examination Specification, the course primarily covers five project stages, which are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Beginning the project<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Project planning<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Project Execution<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Project monitoring and control<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Project completion<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Possibilities for employment with the PMP\u00ae<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In today&#8217;s competitive job market, where thousands of candidates with similar skill sets compete for a limited number of positions, it is critical to distinguish yourself from the crowd. And for those in the project management industry, the PMP\u00ae is the answer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to a survey, PMP\u00ae salaries are steadily rising. There are numerous online sources that claim that PMP\u00ae professionals earn 6,000 to 10,000 USD more per year than non-PMP\u00ae professionals; a few others claim that PMP\u00ae professionals earn 10-15% more than those who are not certified!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s time to update your resume and put yourself ahead of the competition, and earning a PMP\u00ae certification is a great way to do so!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Candidates seek new career opportunities for a variety of reasons, including advancement, learning, new challenges, higher pay, and so on. A career change is a significant decision that necessitates extensive self-evaluation. It is primarily influenced by personal requirements and available opportunities. 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