There are more than 500,000 technology workers in this country, yet only a fraction of them possess a professional IT designation. In industries with more established histories, professional designations have evolved as a way of demonstrating members have achieved a level of proficiency in their field. In the world of accounting, there's the chartered accountant, or CA, designation; in engineering, it's the P.Eng. In the technology industry in Canada, there are two certifications for IT workers who want to demonstrate, in a tangible way, a level of skill in and commitment to their technology careers: ISP and PMP. The PMP (project management professional) designation is an internationally recognized accreditation for 10:27 04-1-29project managers, which has gained momentum in the past few years.
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