If you see that many employers you want to work for are seeking a certified Project Management Professional, start working toward obtaining that certification.

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While there is no doubt certifications open the door and improve your chances of getting an interview, official recognitions are not the silver bullet, says Wayne Botha, a project manager with two designations: Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and Project Management Professional (PMP).

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Through its new DMC Program, PES hopes to support its more than 60 professional organization and over 100 licensing board clients think HR Certification Institute, Project Management Institute, and the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards in providing additional, highly specific micro-credentials as a precursor for, or an add-on to, an existing credential.

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