Novi Sad, Serbia – December 10–11, 2024
PM² Alliance is excited to be part of the Sustainable Project Management through PM² (SPM²) project, a pioneering initiative aimed at integrating sustainability principles into project management education. The project’s kick-off meeting took place on December 10–11, 2024, at the University of Novi Sad, Serbia, gathering representatives from the consortium partners to set the foundation for this ambitious endeavour.
Advancing Sustainable Project Management Education
SPM² is co-funded by the European Union and seeks to embed sustainability into the European Commission’s PM² methodology, aligning project management education with the EU Green Deal and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The project focuses on equipping higher education institutions (HEIs) and vocational education and training (VET) centers with the tools and knowledge to prepare future professionals for sustainability-driven roles in project management.
At the kick-off meeting, partners discussed the project’s roadmap, including key objectives, work packages, and upcoming milestones. Core developments will include:
- The SPM² Guide & Digital Hub, a comprehensive platform providing tools, templates, and best practices for sustainable project management.
- A standardized curriculum and micro-credentials to enhance sustainability-related competencies among project managers.
- A targeted dissemination strategy to ensure the widespread adoption of SPM² methodologies across Europe.
A Collaborative Effort for a Sustainable Future
The SPM² project unites leading academic institutions and organizations dedicated to modernizing project management education. The consortium includes:
- University of Novi Sad (Serbia)
- University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszow (Poland)
- University of Thessaly (Greece)
- European Academy (Latvia)
- Advise Institute (Serbia)
- PM² Alliance (Belgium)
- Scientific Events – PM² Center (Greece)
By combining expertise in project management, education, and sustainability, these partners aim to make sustainable project management a core competency across various sectors.
PM² Alliance looks forward to supporting the implementation of SPM² and contributing to its mission of promoting sustainability within the PM² methodology.
