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What Do Companies like Apple, Amazon and Google Look for in Project Managers?

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It’s a great plus for a project manager to have a formal qualification and receive a certificate demonstrating their proficiency. Project Management Institute suggests the following variants of certifications for PMs: . After taking this course you will be able to manage resources, business and project risks more effectively.

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How to Start a Career in Project Management: Answers to FAQ

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In view of the tendency towards digital transformation, a modern project manager should have knowledge in Cloud Technology, SAP Global Systems, SFDC, Gainsight, Pendo, and Tableau. Besides, familiarity with CRM and accounting/finance ERP systems is a great plus. What Are the Project Manager’s Duties?

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The Complete Glossary of 614 Project Management Terms

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Gate : In project management terms, a 'Gate' refers to any point between phases when a decision has to be made about the next stage of the project. Gate Review: The point in a project's life cycle where the project's progress, goals, requirements, etc. This phase is a part of the extended project life cycle.

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Risk Management Resources

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The Rise and Evolution of the Chief Risk Officer: Enterprise Risk Management at Hydro One,” Tom Aabo, John Fraser, and Betty Simkins, Journal of Applied Corporate Finance , Volume 17, Number 3, Summer 2005. Garvey and Zachary Lansdowne, Proceedings of the 30 th Annual Project Management Institute , 1999. 5, May 2013, pp.

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A Compendium of Risk Management Resources

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The Rise and Evolution of the Chief Risk Officer: Enterprise Risk Management at Hydro One,” Tom Aabo, John Fraser, and Betty Simkins, Journal of Applied Corporate Finance , Volume 17, Number 3, Summer 2005. Garvey and Zachary Lansdowne, Proceedings of the 30 th Annual Project Management Institute , 1999. 5, May 2013, pp.