Advance Your Project Manager Career

Discover career advancement opportunities in project management, from mentoring the next generation of project managers to leading innovative projects. Explore the possibilities here.

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Build project management skills and explore your career trajectory

Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Strategy and Operations, Business Communication, Change Management, Organizational Development, Communication, Culture, Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Leadership and Management, People Management, Planning

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Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Project Management, Planning, Strategy and Operations, Product Management, Agile Software Development, People Management, Strategy, Scrum (Software Development), Performance Management, Risk Management, Business Process Management, Business Communication, Decision Making, Adaptability, Organizational Development, Product Development, Collaboration, Data Analysis, Estimation, Budget Management

Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Project Management, Strategy and Operations, Planning, Operations Management, Strategy, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Performance Management, Risk Management, Organizational Development, People Management, Business Process Management, Change Management, Estimation

Advancing your career in project management can open up opportunities to take on senior roles, earn a higher salary, and see innovative projects through to completion. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, project manager employment is expected to increase 6 percent by 2032, which is faster than average.* To prepare for your next role, consider building high-impact skills like leading teams, working with the latest technologies, using different project management methodologies, and communicating effectively with stakeholders. You can also earn project management credentials to deepen your expertise and stand out during your job search. Learn more about Coursera and discover additional resources for expanding your project management knowledge: 

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*US Bureau of Labor Statistics. "Project Management Specialists, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/project-management-specialists.htm." Accessed February 2, 2024.