For project management professionals considering an advanced degree to propel their career, there are many aspects to consider. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota student and video blogger, Christine Reisel, provides information regarding the curriculum of the Master of Science in Project Management. She also discusses potential challenges and considerations for potential students and what a typical day is like for the program’s students.
As a business grows, stronger organization and more diligent project tracking systems are needed. Implementing a management system for all ongoing work is crucial in taking a business to the next level, and many effective project management tools are available online.
Research has proven that our emotional intelligence (EQ) is more reliable in predicting overall success than our intelligence quotient (IQ). Components emphasized most often in emotional intelligence models focus on personal and social skills with a number of indicators like…
At some point in their career, almost every project manager wonders whether to get some sort of project management certification. The project management professional (PMP)® certification, administered by the Project Management Institute (PMI)®, is by far the most widely recognized project management certification worldwide. Based on the amount of time and money it takes to […]
According to a recent global survey by the Project Management Institute (PMI)®, almost 90 percent of high-performing organizations value project management. So, it should come as no surprise that hiring managers across a wide variety of industries seek candidates with a graduate-level degree who are also a certified project management professional (PMP)®.
Being a project manager involves more than checking the boxes. You’re managing large, complex projects, and you’re also managing people—the people on your team and the customers you’re delivering to. Mastering project management requires understanding the practices that are needed to complete a project successfully and putting those practices to work in whatever setting you’re in. View […]
A base salary only encourages an employee to work at the level that is required of them. Reward systems can improve employee job satisfaction and retain staff. Employee retention refers to the ability of an organization to maintain its employees. In most instances, employee retention can be represented by a simple statistic. For example, a […]
As the workforce evolves, human resources departments are increasingly called upon to address a variety of challenging situations. Professionals in this field are tasked to manage reward systems, conflicts, organizational assessments, and numerous other duties while adhering to a strict code of ethics. And as current generations near the latter part of their careers and […]
An employee’s resignation can be a delicate situation, and handling it with the proper authority, attitude and knowledge can make all the difference in the smoothness of the transition. To handle the situation with the utmost professionalism and grace, it’s critical to fully understand the legalities and technicalities involved. Employee Resignation: The Proper Steps It’s […]
Healthy workplaces always have a strong, fair leader guiding and encouraging employees. While various industries call for different managerial techniques, the qualities and benefits of solid leadership remain the same across the board. Ultimately, strong individuals effectively guide and connect with their staff, creating a more effective team.