February 21, 2023: Marie Spark, MBA, PMP - Jumpstart Your PM Career

Marie Spark, MBA, PMP - Jumpstart Your PM Career

Presentation Abstract

The demand for project managers is booming - could one of them be you? PMI estimates that the global economy will need 25 million project managers and there are not enough people in the pipeline to meet the demand. Whether you have many years of work experience or are a new graduate entering the field, you will learn something new.

Come to this informative session to learn all about this rewarding career and how YOU can get started on your path to success!

Among the topics covered:
• PM 101 - What PM is all about and what it means to be a project manager
• PM jobs are booming! Learn why and how you can find your own opportunities
• Finding a fit – Learn about whether this is the right career for you, including required skills and strengths, PMI Talent Triangle, and learning/development options
• Career paths—Learn about PM job options to get started, choosing and changing industries, planning your PM career path and growth

Speaker Bio

Marie Spark, MBA, PMP, the director of the project management graduate program at Golden Gate University in San Francisco and is an active leader for the local chapter of the Project Management Institute (PMI San Francisco). She came to academics following a career in project and quality management in banking, technology and nonprofits. Her passion is to empower adult learners to their careers.