Which project management certification should you get?

Michelle Bartonico
3 min readMar 22, 2022

As you’ve likely heard many times, whether managing projects, designing ads, or goal-setting, it’s best to start with “why.” Deciding which project management route to take is no different.

As you think about which certification is right for you, you’ll need to know your options.

Let’s breakdown this “Alphabet soup” together.

Start by asking yourself these questions. And, be honest!

Here’s a handy pyramid for all the visual learners out there.

These prompts are designed to start broad and get increasingly specific in hopes of serving as a roadmap for your project management journey. If your response is “I don’t know” or “Unsure” that’s OK!

  1. What is your primary motivation for earning a project management credential? For example: salary, career advancement, marketplace desirability, professional recognition, passion for continued learning.
  2. Who asked (or told!) you to explore project management certifications? Did your boss recommend earning a certification? A…

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Michelle Bartonico

Senior Strategist and Project Manager at Trinity University. I write about higher education, marketing, project management, and a few wild hair topics.