Hi,

I was offered a job in the PMO and have some questions.

1) I was offered a slight increment (MX 11, mid 6k) over my current pay and was told that there is a hard limit on the possible pay increase. Is this true?

Every HR will try to negotiate to give as little as possible.

2) From a brief look through this thread, it seems that the increment posters enjoyed is higher than what is typical in the PMO (I asked when they made the offer). Less increment in the PMO?

3) Can I only expect a token increment in the first year?

Yes, less than $200

4) Assuming above average performance, how long to the first promotion?

3-5 years to MX10.

5) It's obvious that scholars will do better. Anyone with stories of high-flying farmers?

Yes, it is possible to become MX9 by the age of 40 for high flying non-scholars.

thanks, MidCareer[/QUOTE]