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Project management degrees: Do you need one and what you can do with it

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Personally, I think employers value work experience over a degree, so a degree in project management, while it will show that you have the technical and soft skills, will not ensure you a job. That’s due to: an increase in the number of jobs requiring project management-oriented skills (i.e. That’s about 2.3 million new jobs a year.

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The Importance of Operational Project Management for Businesses

ProjectManager.com

However, because they’re concerned with streamlining department workflows, implementing new technology or processes or even updating the company’s offerings, customers will eventually see the benefits of these improvements. Both rely on effective planning, execution and monitoring, and both require strong leadership and clear communication.

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What can I do with a degree in project management?

Rebel’s Guide to PM

That’s due to: an increase in the number of jobs requiring project management-oriented skills (i.e. most knowledge work jobs as well as industries where PM has traditionally been important) higher demand due to economic growth retirement rates. Expect digital project management to earn more than retail, for example.

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Exploring the differences: Projects vs operations examples

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Lots of companies work through ‘transformation’ projects which are designed to create large-scale organizational change such as mergers and acquisitions or culture change, or meeting the expectations of technology use through implementing digital strategies. Let’s say you work for a clothing retailer.

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Benefits Of The Strategy Canvas Tool For Strategic PM’s

The Strategic Project Manager

Features: XYZ Electronics includes innovative features in their smartphones, such as advanced camera technology and long-lasting battery life. Brand Reputation: While XYZ Electronics is relatively new in the market, it has been gaining positive reviews and is building a strong brand reputation. Value: High. Value: High. Value: High.

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Episode 190 – Meta-Leadership: Integrating Thinking, Emotion, and Behavior

Velociteach

Constance Dierickx lays out a new paradigm for leadership that offers a way to synthesize thinking, emotion, and behavior. Meta-leadership goes beyond conventional leadership attributes, emphasizing not only the possession of knowledge and skills but also a keen sense of observation and discernment. Who am I trying to please?

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Business Project Management Basics

ProjectManager.com

Their responsibilities are the same in that they plan, review plans, schedule tasks and monitor and control projects to ensure that they’re delivered on time without overspending. They should have experience, leadership skills and certifications that can help differentiate themselves. Let’s take a moment to review them.