Thoughts on Project Management

Last week we had an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guest speaker on the topic of Project Management. I wasn't surprised to learn that project management in the realm of instructional design isn't particularly different from project management in any other realms. Project management is a major component of my job as a consultant. I've been contemplating getting certified in project management through PMI (here's the link if anyone else wants to check it out: http://www.pmi.org/CareerDevelopment/Pages/Our-Credentials.aspx). It takes a daunting number of documented hours to get their PMP, or Project Management Professional, certification, but getting their "Certified Associate in Project Management" credential looks easier for someone like me who currently has a major project management component to my job, but would have a hard time proving the vast number of hours of experience required to become a full PMP. I wonder whether any of the ITEC classes are accepted by PMI as coursework towards their certification? I'll have to look into that.