How To Make Yourself Internationally Employable

This article will reveal a new trend which can greatly increase your value at work or your
employability if you are a job seeker.

In the past it was believed that technology was the most critical factor for project success in global organizations. However it has been discovered that, 69% of project failures are due to lack of Project Management methodologies, or improper implementation of the same.

Despite this revelation, there is a marked growth in global projects worldwide.

As we recover from the turbulent economic times, organizations are taking on large projects that involve cross-functional teams. There is consequently an increasing demand for employees to have project management skills; Skills that will keep their entire team on target to complete each project on time and on budget.

The project manager job outlook is clearly improving.

During May 2012, more than 235,000 online job listings included requirements for project management skills. Also, a study published by the Anderson Economic Group revealed that an average of 1.2 million project management positions will need to be filled each year through 2016.

There are broadly two Project Management Methodologies: Project Management Professional (PMP) and PRojects IN Controlled Environments (PRINCE2®).

As of February 2012, there were approximately only 473,000 active PMP certified individuals worldwide and about 500,000 for PRINCE2® since 2009.

With this glaring shortage of project managers, large companies will be forced to look abroad for their staffing needs and certified project managers will literally shop the world for choice employment.

So how do you get a share of the pie?


In project management, certification is your fastest route to increased opportunities and a higher salary. Project managers who want to enhance their expertise and expand their career options acquire industry-recognized certification. Those who have held the PMP credential for two to four years earn, on average, 15.6% more than their non-credentialed colleagues who have similar experience.

What does it cost to get certified? The table below gives typical costs for obtaining the major project management credentials.

Organization	Certification	Cost estimate for members($)	Cost estimate for non members($)
PMI	CAPM - Certified Associate in Project Management	225	300
PMI	PMP - Project Management Professional	405	555
PRINCE2	Foundation	£795	£795
PRINCE2	Practitioner	£695	£695

Again, these prices are industry typical. However, you can check out the current prices and latest special discounts by Project People. Also, look up the special package for NYSC members.
You are on to something big! Do take the next step right now to improve your employability profile.
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