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10 PMI Certifications to Level Up Your Project Management Career in 2026

From the associate level CAPM to the portfolio management credential PfMP, the Project Management Institute (PMI) offers several certifications for project managers at different stages of their careers.

March 30, 2021

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PMP Certification: Eligibility, What's On the Test, and How to Prepare

With over a million certification holders worldwide, the PMP is widely recognized and has been linked to multiple benefits for project managers. Here's what you need to know to get started.

February 22, 2021

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What Is a Scrum Master (And How Do I Become One)?

A Scrum Master is a professional who leads a team using Agile project management through the course of a project.

February 19, 2021

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10 PMI Certifications to Level Up Your Project Management Career in 2026

March 30, 2021

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PMP Certification: Eligibility, What's On the Test, and How to Prepare

With over a million certification holders worldwide, the PMP is widely recognized and has been linked to multiple benefits for project managers. Here's what you need to know to get started.

February 22, 2021

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Top courses for business strategy and management

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EDUCBA

Strategic Management: Business Strategy & Cases

Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Strategy, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Ethics, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Business Planning, Growth Strategies, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Strategic Prioritization, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking, Management Information Systems, Stakeholder Management, Business Administration, Plan Execution, Operational Efficiency, Business, Business Process Reengineering

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University of Huddersfield

Strategic Management Essentials

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Organizational Strategy, Innovation, Stakeholder Analysis, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Change, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Transformation, Business Planning, Case Studies, Business Leadership, Change Management, Growth Strategies, Strategic Prioritization, Strategic Communication, Business Priorities, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

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University of Virginia

Business Strategy

Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Plan Execution, Mergers & Acquisitions, Competitive Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Business Ethics, Peer Review, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Business Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Stakeholder Management, New Business Development, Business Research, Analysis, Project Management

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What Is a Project Manager? Tasks, Skills, and Career Growth

Discover what project managers do and ways you can get started in this in-demand field.

December 10, 2020

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What Is a Scrum Master (And How Do I Become One)?

A Scrum Master is a professional who leads a team using Agile project management through the course of a project.

February 19, 2021

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What Is a Project Manager? Tasks, Skills, and Career Growth

Discover what project managers do and ways you can get started in this in-demand field.

December 10, 2020

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Business administration is the integrated supervision and administration of all areas of an organization. This requires understanding business areas ranging from accounting to marketing to Human Resources (HR) and beyond, while also understanding how all these pieces fit together. The ability to see the big picture, set organizational goals, and align its people and resources accordingly is critically important to the success of any company.

Today’s business administrators and managers must be adept at combining traditional leadership skills with a fluency in business analytics. The digital era has created a wealth of opportunities for data analysis of a wide range of business areas, including customer behavior, operations research, and employee performance, and executives must not only understand these analytics but also be able to prioritize their relevance to decision-making.

Like business leaders of previous eras, however, they must also have the strong interpersonal skills needed to connect with their teams and motivate them to achieve company goals.‎

An education in business administration, and particularly a masters in business administration (MBA), can be a gateway to a wide range of careers in the world of business and finance. Understanding how organizational structures and operations impact with bottom-line business results is essential whether you have a managerial role within a company or are working as a financial analyst deciding whether or not to invest in a company.

MBAs are a particularly important credential for chief executive officers (CEOs) in the corporate world, who are ultimately responsible for decision-making across all business activities. The willingness to make these often-difficult choices and guide companies successfully is one of the most highly valued skills in the job market; according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for chief executives was $206,420 in May 2024.‎

Yes, there are online courses and short Guided Projects available to help you develop the skills you need at every stage of your entrepreneurship journey. If you're trying to refine your world-changing business idea, courses can help you get in the entrepreneurial mindset, generating the inspiration and creativity you need to think outside the box and identify new opportunities for innovation. Once you've got your vision, more practical courses can help with things like the process of launching your startup, business modeling and planning, lean startup principles, and change management. And when you're ready to bring in outside investors, online courses can help with startup valuation and financing strategy. ‎