Why the heck I need a PMP certificate

This is the most common question why should one get PMP certification. Here are few reasons that you should consider before saying no

• It provides some sort of assurance to the employer that your claim as a project manager is at least valid from academic point of view once you have a PMP in your resume.


• Its not another xyz certification that you can get immediately after 40 hours of CBT. If you think thats what it is then better don't waste your time (it will take 3 months of rigorous study and solving sample paper before you can have the confidence to sit for PMP exam ...oh you heard some did it in one month ..then exception proves the law).


• It may not add any direct benefit for those seasoned Project Manager but not having it might raise a question.


• Do you know what networking means ...if yes, then it provides an excellent opportunity to mix with fellow PMP professional in seminar , presentation and share ideas, learn new things. Who knows the guy sitting beside you may recommend you for a new opening that will get you rid off your nasty boss.

• Do you believe in improving skill and knowledge in project management field then why don't you learn industry standards, processes and knowledge areas in more details ?

Still not convinced then find out why thousands and thousands people are insane and wasting so much for a certificate that's not valuable !!