What is project management certification? How to get certified?

Answer 1

Project management certification is actually the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification issued by the state you live in. You need 35 hours of training/education in project management and have to take a test to get certified. Check out the Project Management Institute's website for more info (www.pmi.org).

Answer 2

It's pretty much self-explanatory....it basically just means that you took a class (or a few classes ) and learned to use the tools of project management.You will probably have to demonstrate your knowledge by managing some sort of sample project from beginning to end. If you have a business college near you, they should have the classes (and even a community college might as well.)

Answer 3

Education and experience typically drive your base rate as a consultant, but adding a recognized certification to your name can also help bump up the dollar value of your service. This is fueled by an increased interest by mid to large corporations to hire consultants and employees who are certified project managers. Companies seem willing to pay for that level of expertise. The number of certified project managers is increasing year over year with membership in the Project Management Institute . Having a certification from the PMI, or other type of project management certification often makes the difference in whether or not a prospective client is willing to meet with you. It can also be an influential factor in a client deciding whether or not to hire you over another consultant or freelancer.