A few years ago, my husband and I, along with our two cats, moved to Switzerland. Transitioning into IT Project Management here proved challenging without prior experience in Banking, Finance, Consulting, or Medical IT—fields highly valued in the Swiss job market. When the right opportunity didn’t materialize, I decided to invest in further education and skill development.

I began by earning my PMP (Project Management Professional) certification, followed by ITIL (IT Service Management).

From there, I explored foundational topics through online courses and certification programs, which led me to SQL, Java, and Python. I’ve found that certifications, with their structured syllabi and clear objectives, are excellent tools for staying focused, managing time effectively, and celebrating incremental achievements.

Earlier this year, I enrolled in the Statistics and Data Science MicroMasters program at MIT and am now also pursuing a BSc in Computer Science, building on my previous Electrical Engineering studies.

While these academic pursuits take up much of my time, I still try to make room for language learning and a variety of professional courses.