Do many here have their PMP? If so, have you found it useful?

Hello folks,
I am looking for switch in Business analytics/Data analytics profile. Kindly advice how should move along for good transition.
I have gained certification and been practicing in SQL, power Bi and Excel.
I can also broaden my skillset if requirement proposes. Do suggest.
Do help me with connecting with opportunities.

Hi Sharks,

I am a product owner and want to learn all aspects of product management and to transition as a product manager in leading Tech firms. I had completed my engineering and mba but never worked as a software engineer. I started my career in sales and am now working as a PO. So I lack technical knowledge as well. Can some experienced product manager guide me and PPL like me here on this fish bowl a step by step plan to achieve this goal. What courses we can join, what books to read

I have been looking at the curriculums for Harvard Business School's Master of Business Administration and Harvard Extension School's Master's in Management. They both have the same requirements, generally speaking, including a field immersion course that serves as a capstone in the Master's in Management, which is fairly new. If I am not able to gain admission to Harvard Business School, but wanted a similar educational experience to become a consultant, should I attend Harvard Extension?

Hi, I am working as an associate in the sustainability team in one of the top consulting firms. I have an MBA from one of the old IIMs. I want to shift from sustainability to supply chain and logistics. Can anyone help me if finding a good opportunity in the field of supply chain.

Is it feasible to go straight for MBA right after undergrad? Or is it better practice to get some work experience first?

Hi Fishies, i have experience working on Oracle Peoplesoft as well as Oracle Cloud.
Now i have been interviewed and selected for Ameriprise where I would learn on the job and work on workday finance.
No WD certification.
Will it be a good choice in the long run?
Also, how hard is it to learn workday without proper formal training/certification ?

Can someone help me, a junior ux designer, with some referrals? Possible companies: Samsung, Accenture, American Express, Google? Or any others?
*certification from Grow with Google and portfolio completed

Hello, I’m a Physical Therapist (DPT) and am considering going back to school for my MBA. I’m hoping to pivot out of patient care and into a more corporate/leadership role. Is there anyone here with a similar background? Any insights as far as opportunities an MBA could afford for someone like myself? Thank you

MBA? / yoe consulting / title / company / age / salary

If I’m at a T2 (OW/LEK/ATK) strategy shop, would going to a T3 MBA (Darden, Fuqua, Stern, Tuck, etc) improve my current brand, or more so keep neutral....have no doubt the M7 would enhance, but struggling to see huge upside in the others given the financial & time investment required

Senior PM in healthcare IT, with my PMP. I have a promotion coming to Program Manager. What type of salary increase should I expect? I am sure they will lowball me, and I understand there is a wide range. I make 126k now. It’s a lot more work, and I want to make sure it’s worth it. Inflation alone should be a 9% raise 😑

Sign on bonus for EYP post-MBA Consultant role? Strategy group if that matters

Hello fishes,

Recently I completed my MBA in IB & IT. And got placed in a ed.tech company through college placement and working as a sales manager. But I am looking for a switch to business analyst role is there anyone who can help in getting a suitable role.

Thank you

How do people who go into entrepreneurship and nonprofit make a living post MBA (and spending everything on tuition)?

Any guidance on PwC DVV entering MBA level senior associate? Looking at Greater Texas region

To those of you who are planning to apply to MBA: Make sure you choose your recommender CAREFULLY. Really evaluate the person you’re requesting the letter from, their personality, and their relationship with you. You don’t want to be back stabbed like me 🙃

How would switching to big 4 tech consulting at 2 YOE look for mba applications? Would it hurt? Looking to matriculate 2023 or 2024 but don't want this move to hurt me if I do it.

For those who completed their SHRM certification this year (CP or SCP) and opted for self study, what study materials did you use to prepare?

T2 consulting —> MBA at M7–> top tier IB —> top tier PE/HF. Is this feasible?

How do I download my offer letter from the KPMG portal, i forgot to download the offer letter when I last accepted it. The earlier link is not working. Thanks in Advance.

Had several great interviews at a company. Reached out to internal recruiter a few days ago. No word back. Should I send a LinkedIn message to the person that would be my boss to check in?

Anyone looking for a job? Shoot me a message if you want to hear more about the following role
- senior computer engineer
- senior account manager
- software engineer (also principle engineer)
- senior product owner
- senior account manager

These roles would be at a progressive company changing the game in the wealth management space. This company owns a suite of wealth management software products used by some largest financial organizations. DM me, I'll tell you more.

Folks, I’m desperate, hope somebody here can help. I need to pay Russian VAT; I have been trying for a year.

Has anybody here successfully navigated this process?

When everyone had filed and out drinking while you are in bed preparing to go into work on a Saturday. Yay for large private clients with April deadlines. 😞

Remember that Friends episode, when nobody knew what Chandler job actually was?

It took me a few years, but I finally got it… Chandler was a consultant!

Hi! How much bonus does Internal audit get in banking? First year of my year end review in internal audit so I have no clue what to expect..

Hi Fishes,
I have cleared L1 round interview with LTI, can anyone tell me what can I expect in L2? Is it going to be technical round again?
It's for Angular Developer position.

Thank you!

Does LTI accepts 3 month NP?.

Dm for LTI referals

How long did it take you to feel comfortable running deals?

What shitty policy few organizations are having to call people down to office to pick laptop? Even in wfh scenario. How is that efficient?

How much hike can we expect from KPMG global services every year and what's the hike percentage for promotion from Consultant to AM in Cloud Consulting?

Hi all- I’m a first year staff who works in Forensic accounting & compliance. I am almost at 1 year in PA, & have come to terms that this career is not for me. I am a creative at heart & interested in working in the music business/ tech industry. My PA experience has provided me with hard skills, which is why I think it would be a great segway into the music biz & entertainment industry. Please react/comment if you are in the music biz/tech field. Would love some advise on how to pivot!

What is the average salary for a project manager at a social media agency? NYC-based with 5 years experience.

What’s an honest PM salary range for some Midwest cities? Minni, etc etc.

Hey everyone, I’m a recent grade (2yrs post undergrads. I have event managing, stage managing, and currently working as a daily operations manager for a small content creating agency. Additionally, I take on little projects to helps friends/family. I want to pivot into Project Management, but I’m not sure how to leverage the skills I have. Would any be interested in a informational interview or just general give some advice on someone trying to enter this job market with not touch experience.

Looking for a mid to senior level PM for pharma work. Must be high functioning and work independently and also well with others. Going through these interviews and the well seems pretty dry, thought I

What are typical PM title structures? I know they are a bit different everywhere. I’m building a team from the ground up and am curious what other agencies and in house teams look like. Thanks!

How valuable or important are scrum skills in the current market?

Hi fishes 😊
Anyone interviewed recently for a PM position at Adobe or just works there? I had the 2nd round and I know the next will involve me presenting a business case to a panel of 5.

1. Any idea of what the business case can be?
2. What is their general outlook on parental leave? In the 2nd round I basically told them that I am pregnant and willgo on mat leave in March. I wonder if I will be dismissed just because of this or I still have a chance...

Any thoughts?

Any Publicis PMs go to TBWA\Chiat\Day LA? How was your experience with that transition?

My firm is looking for a Jr IT Project Manager (with ~3 years exp) for our Boston office. We offer great WLB, hybrid work and nice colleagues. DM me for a referral application link 💪

Anyone ever transitioned from account to integrated production? Any tips or suggestions?

Anyone looking for a PM with a coding/QA background, retail/e-commerce/pharma experience; open to hearing about new roles.

Looking for a solid, not overly complicated proofing platform that internal creative reviews and also client reviews can be executed in. ProoHQ is to robust for our current needs. Pastel is great for web but need it for pdf/brochures, print, digital banners/content, and video would be a plus. Any recos are greatly appreciated!

Hi PM friends! Any software/tech PMs out there? What are the steps from ideation —> production in this space?

I’m participating in a hackathon this weekend, so any insight to the process will be helpful ☺️

Doing some career planning and wanted some advice. I have 4 years for project management experience in production and I just started PMing at an ad agency.

1.How long should I stay in this position before making my next move?
2. What should my next move be?! (Stay in the company and try to scale up or move on.)
3. Would getting my PMP at this point be helpful?

Hi friends — anyone using Deltek for PM software? My org is pretty deep in onboarding into it but I’m feeling unsure. Would love some takes — hot or otherwise 💅✨ also TGIFFFFFF

What would be typical compensation for professional development at an Ad Agency? For example a PM completing a Scrum Master course - would partial or complete coverage of the costs be a reasonable ask? Could this be worked into a raise discussion?