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Whether you’re early in your career, working towards Chartership, or stepping into more senior responsibility, mentoring can be a powerful way to accelerate your development.Are you ready to make the most of it?Effective mentoring doesn’t start with finding the “perfect mentor.”  It starts with understanding what you need and finding the right person who will be able to mentor you.My work settings

As we mark International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2026 (11 February 2026), we find ourselves on the edge of a moment that captures both imagination and intent. The upcoming Artemis II mission, recently rescheduled to March, will send humans farther from Earth than ever before. It is a powerful symbol of what sustained innovation, collaboration, and belief in the possible can achieve.For m

National Apprenticeship Week 2026 takes place from 9–15 February, bringing together employers, educators, training providers and apprentices from across the UK to celebrate the impact apprenticeships continue to have on careers and the economy.As skills shortages persist and career pathways continue to diversify, apprenticeships remain one of the most effective ways to build capability, confidence

Every year on Data Privacy Day (28 January), organisations and individuals around the world take a moment to reflect on how personal data is collected, shared, and protected. In an increasingly digital world, understanding data privacy isn’t just a technical issue it’s an essential life skill.As a member of our community, your trust matters. This Data Privacy Day is a good opportunity to pause, re

The APM Simulation session was delivered as an intensive one‑day event, spanning approximately eight hours, and provided an excellent opportunity to apply a wide range of project management skills within a fast‑paced, simulated environment. The focus was a construction project, delivered through interactive, scenario‑based, Prendo software that tested both technical knowledge and professional judg

Our future Chartered Project Professional assessmentThe future of how we assess our Chartered Project Professionals is being built, ready for launch in 2027. This is part of our ongoing focus to maintain the standard and value for those who hold ChPP and to ensure our assessment holds the rigor, objectivity and accessibility our profession demands.   The new assessment will:  Future proof our asse

IntroductionThe defence sector is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by complex geopolitical dynamics, rapid technological evolution, and the advent of Industry 4.0. Capabilities such as artificial intelligence (AI), autonomous systems, and cyber-physical integration are becoming central to enhancing combat readiness and decision superiority. Within this context, assurance in Portfolio,

The discussion on Just Transition has gained prominence across global climate platforms over the last decade. It was first acknowledged in the preamble of the Paris Agreement, where governments recognised the need to protect workers and communities affected by the shift to a low-carbon economy. Despite this recognition, implementation has remained limited. Progress has relied on voluntary commitme

The recent Fellows’ Forum in Glasgow explored the role of the APM Competence Framework in meeting the development needs of the project profession and supporting real-world success. Fellows discussed the strengths and weaknesses in skills across the profession, and ways in which the competence framework could be developed to meet current and future challenges. About the APM Competence FrameworkThe

On Monday 17 November at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London, this year's winners were announced.Our Project Management Awards celebrate excellence, endorse innovation, and have the power to enhance careers. Our expert panel of judges from the project management profession concluded their judging of the 238 entries received. Congratulations to all our 2025 winnersWinnerArupView all the final

Abstract This article explores the unique challenges faced in brownfield project execution, where scope modifications, contractor performance, and rework often intersect to impact overall project delivery. It highlights, the complexity of changes in existing operational environments and their implications for project schedule, and safety, and the role of contractor performance monitoring and how p

To address the issue of a clear breakdown of the engagement between our organisation and the APM, the project’s aim was to examine the current engagement approach, with the goal of evaluating what the ‘right’ way to collaborate could look like in the future.Team IntroductionBeing Project Management apprentices working in a large corporate organisation, we all had differing levels of experience. We

Quality and assurance are interdependent concepts essential to the business world. In the complex ecosystem of project delivery, the assurance function serves as the critical mechanism for verifying compliance, validating performance and mitigating risk. While often perceived as a certification mandate, the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) standard provides a robust, process-oriented

Plan your visitVenue address1 Waterview Drive, Greenwich Peninsula, London, SE10 0TW Google mapsGetting to the venuePlease note: there may be tube strikes on the day of the event. Please check live updates on TfL Travel Updates before setting off. If there are tube strikes, you will need to use alternative options such as bus, river bus, cable car, or taxi.By bus & other public transportSeveral bu

Leveraging projects and PMOs to drive sustainabilityAs sustainability becomes a critical focus for organisations worldwide the SWWE and PMO Interest Networks event highlighted the pivotal role that Project Management Offices (PMOs) and project professionals play in driving sustainability initiatives. Emma-Ruth Arnaz-Pemberton, a Responsible PM Ambassador, and Nigel Chisnall led the discussion, she

In a recent annual session delivered to Open University students, the Association for Project Management’s PMO Interest Network (APM PMO IN) presented a rich and thought-provoking introduction to the world of Project Management Offices (PMOs). Led by Emma-Ruth Arnaz-Pemberton, Consulting Director at Wellingtone and a prominent advocate for PMO excellence, the session explored the evolving role of

“As a senior leader in the space sector, I am passionate about Making Space for All, creating a space sector that is as diverse and inclusive as it can be, and recognising and championing the differences and value that each of us brings to the space sector”.Martina Blake, International Space Sector Interest Network Lead. In September 2024 the APM and I launched our International Space Sector Inter

APM is delighted to announce our seventh Volunteer Achievement Awards to recognise and reward the invaluable contribution volunteers make to the success of the organisation and wider profession.Submit a nominationRead about past Volunteer nominees. CategoriesWe have the following six categories recognising individual and collective successes:APM Volunteer Event of the Year APM Regional Networkof t

National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) takes place 10-16 February 2025, with people from across the country being asked to get involved by sharing the good work apprentices do. NAW will highlight how apprenticeships are an excellent option to consider for young people wishing to start a career, for employees looking to progress in their current role or retrain for a new career, or for employers needin

If you missed the 'Delivering Best Value with NEC Contracts', sponsored by NEC Contracts and part of the APM Knowledge Webinar Series, took place on 12 December 2024. Presented by Ben Walker and David Hunter, this webinar explored the various provisions within the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) that support value management.Topics will include: Early Contractor Involvement (X22)C