Advance Your Project Manager Career

Discover career advancement opportunities in project management, from mentoring the next generation of project managers to leading innovative projects. Explore the possibilities here.

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12 Key Project Management Skills

You'll want to have a basic understanding of project management principles to be a good project manager, but workplace skills are just as important.

July 20, 2021

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Agile vs. Scrum: Key Differences + How to Choose

One is an approach to project management while another uses that approach to form a complete methodology. Learn more about Agile and Scrum and whether they're best for your project's needs.

July 13, 2021

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12 Project Management Methodologies + How to Choose the Right One

Set your project up for success by applying the right project management methodology.

March 30, 2021

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12 Key Project Management Skills

You'll want to have a basic understanding of project management principles to be a good project manager, but workplace skills are just as important.

July 20, 2021

Article

Agile vs. Scrum: Key Differences + How to Choose

One is an approach to project management while another uses that approach to form a complete methodology. Learn more about Agile and Scrum and whether they're best for your project's needs.

July 13, 2021

Article

Build project management skills and explore your career trajectory

University of Colorado Boulder

Project Management

Skills you'll gain: User Story, Supplier Management, Project Schedules, Project Closure, Engineering Management, Milestones (Project Management), Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Agile Project Management, Scheduling, Scrum (Software Development), Procurement, Quality Management, Project Planning, Risk Management, Agile Methodology, Project Scoping, Resource Management, Stakeholder Communications, Sprint Planning

Johns Hopkins University

Project Management and Planning

Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Work Breakdown Structure, Earned Value Management, Configuration Management, Project Portfolio Management, Negotiation, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Project Schedules, Agile Methodology, Project Controls, Product Roadmaps, Scheduling, Conflict Management, Project Coordination, Risk Management, Quality Assurance, Project Management Software, Communication Strategies, Project Performance

University of California, Irvine

Project Management Principles and Practices

Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Stakeholder Management, Project Risk Management, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Performance, Estimation, Conflict Management, Quality Management, Change Control, Project Management, Timelines, Milestones (Project Management), Project Planning, Peer Review, Budgeting, Scheduling, Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Analysis

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10 PMI Certifications to Level Up Your Project Management Career in 2025

From the associate level CAPM to the portfolio management credential PfMP, the Project Management Institute (PMI) offers several certifications for project managers at stages levels in their careers.

March 30, 2021

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How to Get a PMP Certification: An Overview

With over a million certification holders worldwide, the PMP is widely recognized and has been linked to multiple benefits for project managers. Here's what you need to know to get started.

February 22, 2021

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12 Project Management Methodologies + How to Choose the Right One

Set your project up for success by applying the right project management methodology.

March 30, 2021

Article

10 PMI Certifications to Level Up Your Project Management Career in 2025

From the associate level CAPM to the portfolio management credential PfMP, the Project Management Institute (PMI) offers several certifications for project managers at stages levels in their careers.

March 30, 2021

Article

How to Get a PMP Certification: An Overview

With over a million certification holders worldwide, the PMP is widely recognized and has been linked to multiple benefits for project managers. Here's what you need to know to get started.

February 22, 2021

Article

Advancing your career in project management can open up opportunities to take on senior roles, earn a higher salary, and see innovative projects through to completion. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, project manager employment is expected to increase 6 percent by 2032, which is faster than average.* To prepare for your next role, consider building high-impact skills like leading teams, working with the latest technologies, using different project management methodologies, and communicating effectively with stakeholders. You can also earn project management credentials to deepen your expertise and stand out during your job search. Learn more about Coursera and discover additional resources for expanding your project management knowledge:

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Yes, project managers and program managers often work together, especially in larger organizations or complex projects. The project manager often works with the program manager to determine project goals, acquire resources, and build project teams. These roles are distinct, in that project managers lead individual projects, while program managers lead groups of projects called programs. In addition, program managers can manage several project managers. ‎

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*US Bureau of Labor Statistics. "Project Management Specialists, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/project-management-specialists.htm." Accessed February 2, 2024.