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Exploring the differences: Projects vs operations examples

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Finding case studies of projects There are lots of case studies available to read about projects. For example, in the UK, the Infrastructure and Projects Authority manages projects and shares best practices for UK government projects. Look around your personal life for all of the projects you are managing as well.

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PRINCE2 and PMBOK: How They Compare

Rebel’s Guide to PM

First came PRINCE in 1989 as the UK government standard for IT project management. In 2020, AXELOS, the awarding body for the PRINCE2 family of certifications, launched a version specifically aimed at the US market, with relevant vocabulary and case studies. PMI regulates the PMP certification.

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Best PMI-ACP Exam Prep Books

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Below, I list the best agile books for your certification studies. Self-paced with video training modules, you'll quickly be on your way to your agile certification. Upgrades available to add on the exam simulator and study guidebooks. They all feature on PMI’s exam reference materials list. Recommended. Buy on Amazon.

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Prince2 Certification Guide for Misguided #ProjectManagers

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So, here I am, once again, writing the dreaded guide about Prince2 methodology and certification. Believe me, getting the Prince2 Foundation level certificate is not as hard as having to write the entire post again…. Prince2 Certification from Experts’ Point of View: Let’s start with Colin Bentley this time. Krrrchinngggg….

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Master’s in Project Management vs MBA: 10 Expert Tips to Help You Decide

Rebel’s Guide to PM

The career advice I give most often is to check out job adverts for roles in the industry you’d like to work in, and see what certifications or requirements they are looking for. Consider project management certifications. “In Check what’s in most demand. Look for accredited degrees.

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Earned Value Management (EVM): Monitoring Project Performance and Forecasting the Future

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Case Study: The XYZ Project To truly grasp the nuances of EVM, let’s dive into a practical example: the XYZ project. million in this case. Often, in government contracts, a project that strays this far might face stop-work orders. In essence, EVM acts as a diagnostic tool, not a solution in and of itself.

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PRINCE2 Agile Training: Logical Model Online Training Review

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Other products offered by this training company: PRINCE2®, PMP Exam Prep, other online PM courses including How to Estimate, Recovery of Troubled Projects, Project Governance. When I did my refresher course for re-certification I studied mainly online and then did a day-long crash course prior to the exam. Trainer: Simon Harris.

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