Busting The PMP Myth: Is it Worth Getting a PMP Certification?

Hasibuddin Ahmed

Is it worth getting a PMP Certification? This is the question that arises in the mind of most project managers or those who are looking forward to be in a project management field. It is a valid question too, as getting a PMP certification does not come easy and cheap. Going through the process takes a lot of time, it is complicated and of course comes at a fair bit of price.

When you are good in your technical field, whatever that may be and, obviously, which you are, you need to ask yourself another question. Does it take nothing to move into a role which is more associated with managing than just being involved in a project? If you are already in such a position you may understand that there is more than it seems. From planning to managing a project, there are various other areas which one has to focus on. Here are some of the reasons why you need a PMP certification if you are planning to go for project management:

• Always better to know better

You might be an excellent IT professional who have good technical skills, but what about the way you manage projects? Knowing how to plan, monitor and manage the project while at the same time motivating your team members need more than just your technical skills. A professional certification course in project management can help you to have an effective relationship with your team members and also provide you with some organisational skills.

• Looks good on a resume

Every little addition related to your job profile that you can make to your resume will improve the value of your resume. Nothings better to pump up some attractiveness into your resume with a certification. If you are going to be in project management in the future, it will be like a crown jewel on your resume, sparkling brightest.

A PMP certification on your resume can also boost up your chances of receiving an interview call. Hiring managers receive a lot of response for any job positions they post. The best thing that they can do is shortlist some of the potential candidates for interview. This is where your resume plays an important part. A PMP certified candidate gets highlighted among the rest; even out of other more experienced people with no certification.

• It shows your project management credibility

A certificate is like a face of someone’s credibility of skills and knowledge on a subject or field. One does not get PMP certified easily as he/she has to go through a lot of training and a battery of tests to prove his/her credibility. Nobody can question the credibility of your skills and knowledge when you have a certification that clearly displays them.

• Gives an edge over non-certified candidates

A PMP certification offers an edge when you go for interviews. The competition is very high in the job market nowadays; however, if you are armed with a certification, you can be always one step ahead of those who are non-certified. Interviewers prefer to hire candidates who already have a good idea of the profile they are hiring for and with a certification; your resume clearly says that you can perform well in the position.

• Certification proves you are interested in the field

A person will not go to such a length, wasting precious time and money, to get certified if he/she is not interested in the profession. The management feels that you are committed to the profession and you are ready to give the same amount of importance to the projects every time.

It Matters!

From the above points one can see that a certification in PMP matters. Apart from the only two cons, resources and time, there are huge benefits of getting a PMP certification.

Hasib is a professional writer associated with learning.naukri.com. He has written a number of articles related to technology, marketing, and career on various blogs and websites. Acting as an amateur career coach, he likes to help students make the right career decisions. He is also an avid reader and passionate about the beautiful game of football. Follow him @ LinkedIn

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