Benefits of the PMP Certification

By Fahad Usmani

I have constantly been asked many questions from the visitors of my blog regarding the benefits of the PMP certification, such as:

• What are the benefits of the PMP certification?
• Should I go for the PMP certification?
• Will it help me get a good job?
• Will it help me get a pay raise?

Therefore, to answer these questions, I’m writing this blog on the benefits of the PMP certification, and I hope that after reading it they will have answers to their queries.
There is no dispute that the PMP certification is the best certification for professionals working in project management, which is awarded by the Project Management Institute (PMI), USA.
The PMI designed the PMP certification process is such a way that it equips you with the best practices that are used worldwide and have a proven track record.
To attain this certification, you must have a few years of project management experience, attend a 35 contact hours training program, and have a degree or diploma certificate.
This certification not only gives you respect among your peers, but also boosts your self-confidence and fills your knowledge gaps.
The PMP certification is getting popular day by day. To date, there are about half a million professionals who have earned this prestigious certification, and there are more in the process of becoming a PMP.
Anyway, in this blog post I’m going to discuss the seven benefits of PMP certification, and I hope these will be enough to cover your all doubts.
Okay, let’s get started.

Benefit-I: You Will Learn Many New Skills

As discussed earlier, the PMI has designed the certification process as a way to give professionals all the required knowledge to complete projects successfully.
Passing the PMP exam is not an easy task. You must have a certain amount of experience in project management, a degree or diploma degree, and must attend a 35 contact hours training program. If you fulfill these conditions, only then are you able to apply for the PMP exam.
Put more simply, you will have to go through a rigorous process, and you have to study a lot to pass the exam. These procedures make you aware of various tools and techniques that you may use in your project.

Benefit-II: You Will be Separated From the Crowd

Getting a job interview call is not easy. Human resource departments have many resumes coming in. The job market is very competitive and many candidates are fighting for a single position.
In this case, having the PMP certification helps you gain a competitive edge. If you’re a PMP, you will be separated from the rest who don’t possess it, because this certification shows that you have a standard knowledge set and skills which others may not possess.
Moreover, if you go through any famous job portal and search jobs for “Project Manager” or “Project Engineer”, you will notice that many postings have a mandatory requirement for PMP certifications, and some others have recommended this certification.
This is one of the main advantages of the PMP certification, that it helps you get a good job.

Benefit-III: Your Knowledge Gaps Will be Filled

Your knowledge may be staggered, and many times you partly remember a technique and are not able to recall it when needed. Then you won’t apply this technique to your project because you are not confident with it.
It could also happen that in many situations you are simply clueless and don’t know that what your next step should be.
These situations will not occur if you are a PMP holder, because in the process of getting the PMP certification you attend a training program, study well-structured content, and go through the PMBOK Guide which is developed by industry experts. It will align your knowledge with the standard international practices, and all your knowledge gaps will be filled.
So, you are equipped with the best industry standard know-how to manage the project; hence, now you know about your next step, and therefore you’ll never be clueless and will perform better.

Benefit-IV: You May get a Pay Raise

I have seen some surveys in which it was mentioned that PMP certified professionals get 10% to 20% higher salaries than non-PMP certified professionals with similar qualifications and experience. Therefore, you may also enjoy a pay raise if you get this certification.

Benefit-V: Establishes Your Credibility

To get this certification you have passed through a rigorous process, so of course this certification establishes your credibility as a high-level professional because you have demonstrated the required level of education, experience and competency to lead and direct the project within standard established guidelines.

Benefit-VI: You’re Globally Recognized

The PMP certification is a globally recognized certification, and is endorsed by many large organizations throughout the world. Your skills will not be questioned, and clients will trust your ability to handle complex projects.

Benefit-VII: Professional and Social Behavior

All PMP certification holders have to abide by a certain industry accepted code of ethics and professional conduct. Employers are aware of this, and they know that you wouldn’t do any unethical act, will work with honesty, and your behavior will be truthful.

Summary

There are immense benefits of the PMP certification. The most important benefit is that it gives you self-confidence, fills your knowledge gaps, and equips you with a global standard. You will be recognized everywhere and no one will doubt your abilities in dealing with complex situations.
So, if you’re into project management I would suggest you go for this certification. It will help you in all aspects, including your career growth as well.
Here is where this blog post on the benefits of PMP certification ends. I hope the benefits given in this blog post are enough to motivate you to attain the PMP certification as soon as possible.
If you have something to share, you can do so through the comments section. I am here to reply to your queries.
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