ABSTRACT
Introduction Project managers who face the strong, chaotic undercurrents in the project management industry require a compass and craft to keep their careers afloat and heading in the right direction. Many are reaching for certifications to safely navigate these turbulent waters. Certifications are a point-in-time measure of one’s knowledge and intent to apply that knowledge. But several factors devalue these certifications and their ability to provide buoyancy in the real world of project job performance.
