PMP verses PRINCE2 Certification

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dhaughey
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If you're wondering whether to take the PMP or PRINCE2 certification, I suggest you read Nader Khorrami Rad's superbly detailed review, which has everything you can possibly need to know.

PMP vs. PRINCE2 Certificates

His article will help you make an educated decision.

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Thanks, I will check it out at lunch.

Straight off the bat, my thoughts are that the study time required is a stark contrast between the two (PMP being a lot more).

The other point is that UK employers seem to value Prince2 more than PMP. To me, the PMP is far harder to attain and demonstrates a greater breath of knowledge. Putting it simply, the PMP is more valuable.

A renowned UK project recruitment company (I am trying to avoid using their name) said that employers look for a project management qualification rather than the value the certification brings.

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Kit
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