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International Project Management Day

International Project Management Day is a celebration of the economic and social value of projects and the people who deliver them.

In a changing and challenging world, the project profession has never been more important. As the only chartered membership organisation for the project profession in the world, we see International Project Management Day as an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the social and economic impact of projects, as well as the incredible work by the people who deliver them.

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International projects

How APM is Supporting the Projects Transforming Saudi

In Saudi Arabia, a dynamic project landscape is driving economic diversification and enhancing social mobility. A recent visit by a delegation from APM aimed to strengthen connections with the local project community and support the success of key initiatives.

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Ireland's Role in Reshaping Project Management

Ireland's current project landscape is marked by substantial public investment and an ambitious infrastructure pipeline under the Project Ireland 2040 initiative. This long-term plan envisions a €165 billion investment by 2030 to strengthen essential sectors such as transportation, housing, and climate resilience.

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Procurement Innovation on Major Programme Helps Build Brighter Future for Students in Peru

In Peru, a groundbreaking partnership is shaping a brighter future for the nation’s youth. Through the Bicentennial Schools program, the Peruvian government is modernizing and revitalizing educational infrastructure across the country. This ambitious initiative includes the demolition and rebuilding of 75 schools, providing over 118,000 students with new, state-of-the-art facilities. Gleeds and Mace are playing a key role in bringing this program to life.

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What does a project manager do?

The project manager is responsible for day-to-day management of the project and must be competent in managing all aspects of a project.

Why choose project management?

A career as a project manager can be exciting, varied, fulfilling, and productive. There are great career prospects for project managers.

How to become a project manager

There are many routes to becoming a project manager, from gaining a qualification, to working your way up on the job.