Dye Gets Project Management Certification
Josh Dye, the assistant project manager for Bluefield College’s School of Business, recently earned the distinction of certified associate in project management (CAPM) from the Project Management Institute (PMI).
To earn the distinction, project managers must pass the Project Management Institute’s CAPM exam, and to qualify to take the exam, project managers must complete 23 hours of project management education.
“PMI is the main global organization for project and program management, so this is a significant achievement for Josh,” said Dr. David Hite, a BC professor of business. “He has helped us (the School of Business) elevate our internship program for business students in the community and outside the region.”
Dye has helped place many students in the Business Department in local internships with companies like Blue Wolf, a cleaning supply manufacturer. Most of the students work in marketing to help promote the local businesses.
“Since he’s started, he’s been instrumental in connecting and managing student-driven projects that have supported over 12-15 business startups, our Launch Appalachia entrepreneur pitch competition, and our summer internship programs through the Appalachian Summit Center,” Dr. Hite said.
The Appalachian Summit Center gets students to get involved in a smaller community, like Bluefield, to learn how to adapt to a rural area with fewer resources. The goal overall for this organization is to get students more equipped for their community back home.
“Josh has also mentored and guided our business students through professional development (and) assisted with program development, instructional technology support, faculty assistance for our undergraduate and graduate program, and office management,” Dr. Hite added.
According to the Project Management Institute, the certified associate in project management distinction is “an asset that will distinguish you in the job market and enhance your credibility and effectiveness working on or with project teams.”