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Building a career in project management is not an easy feat. For starters, in today’s market, it is almost essential to acquire a project management qualification in order to stand out from competition. But even those with a prestigious PRINCE2® Foundation & Practitioner or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® qualification may not succeed without the right set of skills. Knowing the key differences between CAMP and PRINCE2 can enhance project management success. In this blog, we will talk about some of these skills and why they are so essential to helping you become a successful project manager.
Time Management
Projects are time-bound, so it is important for project managers to have an excellent sense of scheduling. They must be able to know how to make the most of the time by prioritising tasks and projects. This is the reason why project methodologies like PRINCE2 focus on the importance of a solid business case so that the essential projects with the best reason for starting are given priority.
Communication
Project managers have to be great communicators. They have to be able to convey goals and ideas, keep stakeholders, management and project staff up to date on progress, and motivate team members. They need to be able to present effectively and foster excellent working relationships. If you’re looking to become a project manager, make sure communication skills are your priority.
Risk Management
Project managers need to be prepared for uncertainty and know how to manage the risks associated with it. That means knowing how to identify risks and consequently, determine the best approaches by which they can be alleviated or eliminated. This should not be mistaken for being pessimistic, but as a way of being prepared for what could happen in the future.
Negotiation
As a project manager, you will need to be able to reach concessions in areas such as resources, scope, budgets and schedules. As you communicate with suppliers, project staff and management, knowing how to negotiate in an effective way will help to ensure everyone involved is satisfied, decreasing the chances of your project failing.
Critical Thinking
In project management, there are many decisions that must be made every day. Before making a decision, project managers need to be able to carefully and critically evaluate all relevant factors and choose the right approach for the situation. When people are depending on you, time is tight and resources are limited, problems will need creative solutions. You’ll need to be able to challenge assumptions and ask the right questions to understand the situation at hand. This is why critical thinking is so important.
Can you think of any other skills that you think are essential to being a project manager? You can find out more about project management in our extensive guide here.
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