Do you need a PMP to be a project manager

Question

Hey, I just wanted to know if PMP certification is a must-have to work as a project manager? Can somebody please guide?!

Answer 1

Actually, you can get hired as a Project Manager even without PMP Certification. 

In project management the knowledge and the experience of a professional matter the most.

Why people go for PMP Certifications?

Now, if you have a similar question in your mind then don’t worry, it’s a common question among the aspiring project managers. So, in order to clear this doubt, let me begin by giving a bit of insight of PMP Certification.

Project Management Professional® Certification (PMP) is a globally acknowledged professional certification program in project management, that legalizes a professional’s education and experience in project management.

I have listed down the top 10 reasons, why you must go for PMP certification when you can become a Project Manager without it.

1. Huge hike in income
2. Worldwide Recognition
3. Edge over Non-PMPs
4. Gain leadership skills
5. Become more responsible
6. Improve problem-solving skills
7. Continuous learning
8. Risk Management
9. People Orientation
10. Utility across industries 

There's a youtube playlist that you can refer to in case you want to learn PMP and get certified.

Best of Luck!