Worth getting PMP?

[Anonymous]

I've been in leadership and project management in the architecture industry... would love to get out. Considering my past experience, would it be worth getting my PMP to transition into a project manager role outside of the industry? How challenging is it to get your PMP? Is it worth it to get?

[Anonymous]

A few years ago, yes. Now? No.

[Anonymous]

I think the PMP can still help in some industries- especially government.

It is challenging because it is not based on any sort of reality. I was unsure as I was taking the test if I was going to pass but I did. I don't think it has helped me in my job at all but my large tech consulting requires it

[Anonymous]

I do know one project manager without a PMP, but in general it's expected. I don't think anybody believes it helps you do your job better - it's a threshold qualification that tells people you can at least speak the language.

I'm not in construction project management but I always thought it looked interesting. OP, with your background maybe look at that and see what certs those PMs have.

[Anonymous]

All PM’s will be replaced by AI in less than 5 years.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:All PM’s will be replaced by AI in less than 5 years.

Is there any thread where you don't post this? Give it a rest.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:All PM’s will be replaced by AI in less than 5 years.

Yeah, no. Software and AI will assist, but project management is as much art as hard data. There will always need to be people making call and directing projects.

Proptech has been trying to "disrupt" real estate for 20 years, with very limited success. Experience and connections will always be a human task.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I've been in leadership and project management in the architecture industry... would love to get out. Considering my past experience, would it be worth getting my PMP to transition into a project manager role outside of the industry? How challenging is it to get your PMP? Is it worth it to get?

The best PM I know and I know a lot of them - including myself, doesn't have a PMP. The reality is, a PMP is not going to teach you the soft skills or the emotional intelligence that are the utmost importance in doing this job. That said, OP- if you're looking to get out of the industry, you may need that extra boost that the PMP will give you. If you've been doing the job for years, it won't be a challenge. If you're looking to go into government, you definitely need it.

[Anonymous]

I’ve been a pm for over 20 years, no pmp and no desire to get one. It’s a huge money grab and I’m just not in the mood to study for something like this, nor do I have the time or desire.