Hello everyone, I’m new to the group. I’m an aspiring PM. Can anyone share tips on how to get into the field. I have a MBA, but no professional background. I am having a hard time even getting into the field. I am not a quitter and this is what I want, but it sure is depressing.

Thanks in advance to anyone who can give tips.

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Hello, I think what helped me get into the field was getting my CAPM. I don’t think it’s always necessary for everyone but it helps to stick out from those that are trying to get into the field without experience. This has been my journey

2018 - MS I’m project management and CAPM
Late 2018 - Got a job as a project support coordinator
Jan 2021 - Got an associate PM role
Aug 2022 - Got my PMP
Feb 2023 - Promoted to project manager

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Thanks for your reply.

I was doing a bit of research and it was suggested to probably try project coordinator. As it maybe the easiest route to get in.

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I was a SME in ad ops then took that into more managing others who were implementing ads like media buying. Because I knew what to do I could easily manage a project but not necessarily do the work. Try to get into PMing by being that SME in the Industry or area. If you can apply your past experience into a project you are good. Also, learn some PM tools like Asana, Jira etc. be able to use it

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