Project Manager Education Explained: Degrees, Certificates, and Real Skills

Project manager education can feel confusing when you are comparing a project management degree, project management certification, or project management course. In this video, I break down what each option means, what it can help you do, and what to consider if you are deciding how to become a project manager or are already working as a project manager. You’ll learn whether a project management degree is necessary, how a project management certification differs from a certificate, and what a useful project management course should teach. I’ll also explain why project manager education is only one part of becoming a capable project manager, why hands-on project management experience matters, and what to consider as you explore how to become a project manager. __________ ➡️ FREE DOWNLOAD Why Are My Projects Struggling? 6 Basics to Keep Your Projects From Failing: https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com... ➡️ FREE PROJECT MANAGEMENT WEBINAR! (Hosted by Adriana Girdler) https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com... ➡️ 🌟 SLAY Project Management Program 🌟 https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/... If you liked this video, please give it a thumbs up, subscribe, share it with your friends. ➡️ SAY HI ON SOCIAL Website: http://www.CornerStoneDynamics.com/ Instagram:   / theadrianagirdler   LinkedIn:   / adriana-girdler-cet-pmp-0a95484   Facebook:   / cornerstonedynamics   TikTok:   / adrianagirdler   Thanks for watching my video “Project Manager Education Explained: Degrees, Certificates, and Real Skills”:    • Project Manager Education Explained: Degre...   #AdrianaGirdler #projectmanagement 0:00 Intro 1:28 Why project manager education feels so confusing 3:06 Do you actually need a project management degree 5:00 What's the difference between certificates and certifications 8:08 What should a project management course actually teach you 9:38 The real skills employers care about 11:40 How to gain experience when you are brand new 13:51 Why mentorship accelerates your project manager education 15:16 How to choose the right project manager education path