The Real Benefits of PMP

PMP:

As of late 2024, there are over 1.5 million active Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification holders worldwide across 214 countries and territories. The number has consistently grown from over 1 million in 2020 to over 1.46 million by late 2023, according to Project Management Institute data

Benefits become PMP:

Significant Salary Increase: PMP holders report a median salary 16%–32% higher than non-certified counterparts.
Global Recognition & Credibility: It is recognized worldwide as the “gold standard” in project management, indicating the ability to manage complex, global projects.
Career Advancement & Job Opportunities: Many organizations require or prefer PMP certification for senior project roles, leading to more job opportunities and promotions.
Validation of Skills: The certification proves expertise in predictive, hybrid, and agile methodologies.
Networking & Community: Provides access to the PMI community, fostering professional development, networking, and industry best practices.
Project Success: Certified professionals are equipped with standardized tools to deliver projects within budget and on time.

In addition to the benefits above, I think the real benefits of getting PMP for me is:

Provide a framework for how to manage a task or anything. It not only helps your work but also anything in your other endeavors in life.
Improve problem-solving skills
Understand the stakeholders and work better with others
Each person may have a different realization after learning. For me, plan all the way from A to Z: Process, Action, People, tie up loose ends, and learn.

PMP Holders by Country: TOP Ten Counties(88% of certificates holders):