I’m currently pursuing an Econ(Hons) degree and have nearly completed a Data Analytics and Business Intelligence certification. I’m now looking to add Project Management to my skillset and would really appreciate your advice.

I’m considering a few certifications: CAPM, CSM, or possibly the Google Project Management cert. I’m also a bit unclear on Agile/Scrum – could anyone explain what that entails and how it fits in?

Beyond Project Management, I’m also interested in:

Supply Chain (CSCP certification)

Lean Six Sigma (Green/Yellow Belt – not sure what this is, or if it’s relevant)

Financial Modeling and Analysis (further down the line)

I have complementary skills from using power automate/query and college skill courses in leadership, coms, digital marketing and financial literacy.

I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the options.

Any advice you can offer would be incredibly helpful.

Thanks!

P.S. For context, I’m based in India and studying at Ramanujan College, Delhi University.

  • laz_28@sopuli.xyzOPEnglish
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    13 hours ago

    Thanks for the frank and practical advice about project management and certifications.

    The Scrum Master role does sound like it leans more towards a computer science background, given the close involvement with development teams.

    My current certification (Data Analytics and BI) was pursued because they’re offered through my college (which is a well-reputed, government-run Delhi University institution), and a professor I’m close with recommended them. It felt like a solid, vetted opportunity, not just a random private cert.

    I get that project management has its share of headaches, like you said, but the core parts – handling unexpected problems, being adaptable, and keeping everyone happyish – are things I think I can handle. That makes it a good option, along with consulting for me.

    But now I’m at a crossroads. Should I focus on project management, supply chain management (which I’m also interested in), or both. That’s where I’m really stuck – figuring out which direction and what certs to pursue. Any thoughts on that front would be great. I apprecite the bluntness.