In the recent years Project Management crossed the IT barrier and became a role that is feasible to be found in all departments in an enterprise. Even though, Project Management is still a skill which is best developed with practical experience, Project Manager certifications are extremely popular and required for most of the job opportunities in this field. The certifications are also a safe route approved by the industry and well know among the companies. So, if you are looking for either a career advancement or a global position, these certifications can be a differentiating factor and a great starting point.

There were more than 200 open job opportunities mentioning the word ITIL in Dublin on the website indeed.ie when this article was written. This data gives an important indication of why ITIL 4 certification is relevant to the Irish market. It also represents an opportunity for a career change or maybe your next move.

ITIL is the most widely accepted approach to IT service management in the world, helping individuals and organisations realise business change, transformation and growth through the proper use of IT. But ITIL v3 was released in 2007 and amended in 2011. Since then, the world has changed.

Project Management is a role which requires different capabilities and expertises. It’s defined by the practice of initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing the work of a team to achieve specific goals and meet established KPI’s in a certain period. Project Managers apply in their daily routine a set of processes, methods, knowledge, skills and experience to achieve the results they are looking for.

Obviously, as a PRINCE2 trainer, I say that becoming a certified in project manager is a great way to see your career prospects grow. Below are some of the main attributes you will develop in formal project management training that will allow your skills to shift from basic to brilliant.

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