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I have been an IT professional for over 15 years. Been team lead, architect, ... etc. Been asked to lead small projects from time to time. But, have done it just as an informal extension of what I was already doing.
Trying to add PMP certification to my resume, mostly because it would provide me better opportunities, if I decide to look for job else where. Also, I believe it is always good to learn new things and expand my horizons.
I looked up online and saw requirements such as having some 4500 hours of PM experience and some 35 hours of education. I have seen online offering for education. But ... how do I get those 4500 hours of PM experience? How do I count those on the job itself, since I have never have a PM title at work?
I would really like to hear from those who have done it. I was planning on taking a boot camp (4 days), then take the test within 90 days. Is it realistic? I can dedicate about 8 hours studying on it per week (mostly week ends).
I have been an IT professional for over 15 years. Been team lead, architect, ... etc. Been asked to lead small projects from time to time. But, have done it just as an informal extension of what I was already doing.
Trying to add PMP certification to my resume, mostly because it would provide me better opportunities, if I decide to look for job else where. Also, I believe it is always good to learn new things and expand my horizons.
I looked up online and saw requirements such as having some 4500 hours of PM experience and some 35 hours of education. I have seen online offering for education. But ... how do I get those 4500 hours of PM experience? How do I count those on the job itself, since I have never have a PM title at work?
I would really like to hear from those who have done it. I was planning on taking a boot camp (4 days), then take the test within 90 days. Is it realistic? I can dedicate about 8 hours studying on it per week (mostly week ends).
Thanks in advance.
I just took a class - opted for an online class rather than the 4 day bootcamp.
Your title is of no consequence. You do need the 4500 hrs of experience but that doesn't mean you have to have actually led every single project or need the Project Manager title. If you were a part of one, that counts as well.
Take a look at the requirements docs.
Edit: Just to add, there were 15ish people in my class. Most had 10+yrs of experience. The reasons most of us were getting the PMP was to understand the formal methods of project management and increase the attractiveness of our resumes. And I'll add that I don't think most in my class would have tons of trouble finding another job without the PMP - it's more about not only making it easier and being more competitive but using it to get a bit more $ when switching employers. I will say that I appreciated the methods that I learned and feel that I can incorporate some of them into my work. Overall, I think the opportunity cost is absolutely worthwhile.
I looked up online and saw requirements such as having some 4500 hours of PM experience and some 35 hours of education. I have seen online offering for education. But ... how do I get those 4500 hours of PM experience? How do I count those on the job itself, since I have never have a PM title at work?
My husband had the same obstacle. He did have not the title of Project Manager, but there were a couple of projects that he was co-leader, and a team member on one extensive project and he was able to use those hours as his experience.
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Originally Posted by henriInCary
I would really like to hear from those who have done it. I was planning on taking a boot camp (4 days), then take the test within 90 days. Is it realistic? I can dedicate about 8 hours studying on it per week (mostly week ends).
My husband did the same type of boot camp. However, he put off taking the test for about two weeks so that he can get in more time studying.
Having a PMP has helped him with obtaining jobs and promotions, so I believe it does add value.
Take an online class for the education hours . Google simplilearn. I used them.
For the project hours, Google pmp hours. You will find sample Excel spreadsheets that will help you calculate all of your past experience. If you already have all of those years working in IT, you probably already have enough.
You do NOT need to have had the title of PM. It sounds like you are in good shape.
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