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Michigan's 2024 Guide: Resume-Boosting Certifications

In Michigan, having the right certifications on your resume can be a game changer for your career in 2024

By Staff Reporter

May 2024

Here are 10 key certifications to consider:

Project Management Certifications: The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) and Project Management Professional (PMP) remain highly valuable, especially in project-driven industries.
Business Analyst Certifications: The Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) and the IIBA Agile Analysis Certification (IIBA-AAC) are great for those seeking roles in business analysis.
Supply Chain Certifications: Options like Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) are crucial for careers in the supply chain field.
AWS Certified Solutions Architect: This certification is crucial for those looking to work in cloud initiatives, particularly with AWS technologies.
Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE): Validates skills in data privacy governance, architecture, and lifecycle work.
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Recognizes skills in designing, managing, and securing data and infrastructure in the cloud.
Certified Data Professional (CDP): Offers various specializations for data professionals, including business and data analytics.
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Focuses on lawful hacking techniques and information security.
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM): Ideal for those seeking managerial roles in IT security.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Practitioner: This foundational certification in cloud computing is critical for those starting in IT, particularly in cloud-related roles.

These certifications can help you stand out in Michigan's competitive job market, enhancing your expertise and potentially leading to better job prospects and salaries. Remember to align your certification choices with your career goals and industry demands (Indeed) (Indeed) (Coursera).