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Why you should choose a career in Project Management

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When it comes to careers high in demand, Project Management is always on the top list. This is because a variety of industries need project managers, especially when facing competition, tackling challenges both internal and external.

Project management has become a needed career path in the present agile environment and equally a job that is financially rewarding with lots of opportunities.

So, if you are willing to start a career in project management, this content will give you a clear understanding and expose you to the future prospects ahead.

Roles and responsibilities of Project Manager

Reason for choosing Project Management as a career

Skills required to be a Project Manager in Nigeria

Education and Certifications needed to become a Project Manager in Nigeria

As mentioned earlier, if you want to be a project manager, the first thing you will be needing is a project management degree. There are two very common types of project management certifications; The Certified Associated in Project Management (CAPM) and the Project Management Professional (PMP), both offered at Project Management Institute (PMI) branches across Nigeria.

The difference between both degrees is that while you will need at least 4,500 hours of working experience and a project management degree (although this prerequisite is said to be optional) to qualify for the PMP, you do not need prior project management experience or the degree to take CAPM courses. Aside from the CAPM and PMP certifications, there are other project management certifications you can acquire, each with its own prerequisite. Some of these certifications are.

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In conclusion, project managers have a high demand and the profession can be very rewarding. For anyone that is aspiring to take top management positions, ready to face new challenges and loves to learn, unlearn and relearn, PM is the best fit for them.

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