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Do IT Certifications Still Hold Value in 2025?
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 Roundtable Topic:

Do Certifications Still Hold Value in 2025?

A Power-Packed Debate for Mid-Career Professionals

 Featuring examples like PMP, CSM, SAFe, AWS, Six Sigma, Google Certificates & more.

 Sub-Topics for Panel Discussion

(10 Unique Angles – One Topic per Speaker – 10 Minutes Max Each)

Panelists, please nominate yourself against ONE topic that reflects your voice or expertise.

  1.  ROI of Certifications vs Experience in Mid-Career Growth
  2. → Is certification still a worthy investment, or should you double down on on-the-job learning?
  3.  Are Certifications Still Gateways for Promotion in Traditional Industries?
  4. → E.g., BFSI, Pharma, Oil & Gas – do these sectors still demand PMP or Lean credentials?
  5.  Do Hiring Managers Actually Care About Certifications in 2025?
  6. → From a recruiter’s lens: Are they screening for PMP or for business impact?
  7.  PMP vs Scrum vs SAFe: Which Agile Credential Holds Real Market Value Today?
  8. → A comparison of project vs product vs program certifications.
  9.  Are Tech Certifications (AWS, Azure, Google) Still Worth It for Non-Coders?
  10. → Can cloud certs boost roles in product, support, business ops?
  11.  Are Coursera/Udemy/edX MicroCerts Recognized or Just Resume Fillers?
  12. → Are hiring managers actually impressed?
  13.  The Business of Certification: Are EdTechs Monetizing Our Fear?
  14. → Are we buying peace of mind or real career growth?
  15.  Are Certifications Helping Freelancers, Gig Workers & Consultants Win More Projects?
  16. → Does a cert actually boost credibility when pitching for global gigs?
  17.  Mindset vs Certificate: What Truly Drives Mid-Career Success?
  18. → The case for branding, networking, and business acumen over paper validation.
  19.  What Will Replace Certifications by 2030?
  20. → AI portfolios? Proof-of-Work? Open badges? What’s the next credibility currency?

 Sample for Speaker Reference:

To understand tone, structure, and format of our previous roundtables, please watch:

 YouTube Recording:

 Do Degrees Still Matter? - Full Roundtable

 LinkedIn Event Page:

 LinkedIn Roundtable – Previous Session

 Instructions for Panelists:

  •  Strict 10-minute slot per speaker.
  •  Choose one sub-topic only – nominate your name by replying to this email or WhatsApp.
  •  Come prepared with industry data, use cases, or personal stories.
  •  Share your updated LinkedIn profile for tagging and promotion.
  •  Nominate via: [email protected]
  •  Or WhatsApp: +91 90193 57592


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