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hafizJan 261155 views

How can I get a Project Management Job? It's really hard :(

I’m a Management fresh graduate from one of the universities in Indonesia. I’ve been searching for a job as a Project Manager for over three months now, but I haven’t had much success. Even securing an internship has been challenging due to the high requirements—most positions ask for at least one year of professional work experience as a project manager. It feels like a paradox: how am I supposed to gain experience if even getting an internship is so difficult? I’ve also tried looking for opportunities in other ASEAN countries through LinkedIn, but the results have been the same. While I may not have professional experience as a Project Manager, I do have some relevant project management experience. I interned as a business consultant, where I managed several projects, and I also worked on project management tasks during my exchange program in Malaysia. Currently, I’m taking Google’s Project Management courses on Coursera to strengthen my skills. If anyone has advice on what I can do to improve my chances of getting hired or knows of any internship/full-time opportunities for Junior Project Manager roles, I’d greatly appreciate your insights. Thank you!

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Active Jan 29
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MiaDec 05, 2024927 views

How do I go about being a project manager?

I am currently a project coordinator with a bachelor's in IT and in the process of getting an MBA. Do I still nee to take the PMP? What else should I be doing?

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Active Jan 21
location iconCincinnati
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ALiyuOct 25, 2024839 views

How can I effectively transition into a project management consulting role with skills in cloud computing,along with a Google Project Management Certificate" #Fall24?

I'm currently pursuing q Bachelor degree in Business Administration.

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Active Jan 27
location iconGombe
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OyeronkeSep 19, 20241608 views

Which of the career is better between Project management technology and electrical engineering ?

I have HND in electrical engineering and want to go for post graduate diploma program. So I'm considering switching to project management. Being a woman and I don't have much experience in electrical engineering field.

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Active Jan 21
location iconLagos
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MaxwellSep 13, 20241145 views

What should be my major and certification pathway if I want to become a project manager?

I'm going to my freshman year of college next year and I don't really know what to study or how to begin project management.

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Active Jan 22
location iconPhiladelphia
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KirylAug 19, 2024767 views

Growing from Tech support role to a Development role. Choices?

Hello 4 years in technical support. 1st line, 2nd line, exposure to being teamlead. SQL, virtualization related, current role connected to z/OS monitoring product. I am considering for myself which next step to take. Variants that I am considering: 1. Java software development. 2. Automated testing. 3. AGILE/SCRUM or direction towards PM. 4. z/OS Systems Programmer, as my duties now allow me to scratch the surface of that world. I am absolutely confident in my soft skills. My bachelor and masters are social sciences and management. All what I know in IT is what I've learned through jobs and certifications in Cloud and Mainframe. My tech knowledge is always updating. But in some areas I have sufficient gaps. Please advise as to what better navigate to. Shall I pursuit Development role as more interesting and rewarding? But longer to gain competence. Shall I go into automated QA as something easier to switch to? But less interesting and less rewarding than QA Shall I build up my skills towards system programming? To went here might require dedication, meticulousness and perseverance at extreme degree. How to question myself is SCRUM/PM is my stuff? I want to get advice from proffessionals who had similar forktree choices in life. Personally I do incline more towards Java Developer. Reason why Java - code that can be run anywhere and more easier to learn.

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Active Oct 03, 2024
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AndrewMay 25, 20242612 views

What steps do I need to take to become a project manager by 25?

I am a third year undergraduate student studying Mechanical Engineering at Boston University. Expected Graduation Date: May 2025. I want to become a project manager one day in the engineering sector. After that, I would like to start my own business in that same industry. I am not sure which field of engineering at the moment but currently it is mechanical. What steps would I need to take make this a reality by age 25?

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Active Jun 28, 2024
location iconNew York
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CareerVillage Office HoursMay 03, 20241133 views

How to become a Scrum Master?

Lend your expertise: what does it take to become a Scrum Master? Note: We've seen a lot of interest in this career, so we're looking for guidance from our community of professionals.

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Active Oct 24, 2024
location iconPalo Alto
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HareemApr 24, 20241058 views

What are some tips/tricks for interns to avoid feeling imposter syndrome at their workplace? #Spring24

I am a junior MIS student at UH looking forward to starting my ITPM internship this summer. I am trying to prepare myself mentally for this role and want to make the most out of it without getting caught up in feeling like an imposter or not fit for the role.

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Active Jun 11, 2024
location iconHouston
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AndrewApr 15, 20241562 views

What is work life balance like in supply chain management careers?

I'm wondering what the work life balance in supply chain management careers is like?

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Active Jun 21, 2024
location iconAberdeen
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MehmetJan 30, 20242434 views

How Can I get into Brand Management with Experience below?

I have experience in customer success account management at Amazon, Enterprise Account management at a startup and want to move into brand management. Please give me tips on how I can get a brand management role without a masters degree

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Active Jun 05, 2024
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DimitriNov 19, 20231500 views

What are some door opening jobs I can apply for within the game industry for project manager?

I am still in college obtaining my Associates in Game Business and Esports. What steps should I take to reach that end goal of Project Manager?

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Active Jan 16, 2024
location iconPhiladelphia
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abigailAug 11, 20231569 views

How do you handle a situation where two people aren't working well together?

Understand the nature of the conflict. Encourage employees to work it out themselves. Listen to both sides. Determine the real issue, together. Consult your employee handbook. Find a solution.

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Active Jun 07, 2024
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QiarahJul 07, 2023738 views

How can I start my own company from nothing?

Save 50$ a day for the next 4-6 months

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Active Mar 04, 2024
location iconNew York
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NatalieJun 30, 20232513 views

What's the difference, Project vs Program management?

They sound like the same thing. They're different words but.....IDK. It's confusing lol. Please explain.

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Active Oct 04, 2024
location iconLong Island
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GildaJun 27, 2023834 views

How to get into my dream company aka Google ?

I am a 22 yo student, I live in France and am in an apprenticeship in a big company there. After my graduation, I want to work at Google as a project manager. But I know it's very difficukt to enter this company without any computer science or data knowledge background ? Any help ?

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Active Oct 03, 2024
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