What resources proved beneficial while switching your career to Project Management

Question

I'm looking for information to help those who are considering becoming project managers and was wondering what helped those of you make the transition? A person, books, classes, etc.

Thank you!

Answer 1

Take a good fundamentals class with lots of hands-on exercises is what I would recommend.

Assuming you don't have sufficient experience, Here are my suggestions:

• I'd suggest that you try to get a role as a project analyst or coordinator on a project in the technology domain as that is your strength. With some experience in that role, you'd be well-positioned for a Project Manager role. 

• Next, go for the PMP Certification. It is a globally acknowledged professional certification program in project management, that legalizes a professional’s education, experience, skill, and competency that is required to lead and direct projects.

To know more, refer to https://www.edureka.co/blog/what-is-pmp/

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

Also, read PM Network regularly along with other online references. Find a seasoned PM willing to mentor you within your industry and ideally your company.

Good luck and all the best.