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This March issue of the Information Resource Centre News contains:
Introduction and News
Welcome to the March 2007 IRC News.
The February/March issue of The Project Manager has been released
23/02/2007 - Featuring Women in PM; Strategy vs. Science and research on career pathways into Project Management
01/02/2007 - The 2007 Project Management Project Management Achievement Awards are underway
22/01/2007 - Victoria University Project Management offerings
16/01/2007 - Australian Project Management research
RegPM Candidates guide released
08/01/2007 - An extensive guide for Candidates pursuing their RegPM has been released. It covers the process, requirements and responsibilities of applicants.
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Knowledge and Research Call for Participation
AIPM is looking for accepting expressions of interest from members who would like to join our Knowledge and Research Council. The Council Chair, Dr. Bill Young is seeking people who are interested in contributing to AIPM's direction in relation to Knowledge and Research in Australian Project Management. Expressions should be sent to irc@aipm.com.au.
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Conference Updates
Book a space in your calendar to attend AIPM's 2007 conference: Setting the Standard, to be held 8-11 October in Hobart, Tasmania.
The call for abstracts is nearly closed: submit online at www.aipm2007.com.au/callforpapers.php - deadline is 1 April!
Setting the Standard's official website is now online. We've also announced the conference streams, which will be:
Creating a Sustainable Profession and Managing Future Growth
Managing the evolution of PM to ensure its long term sustainability as a profession
Managing the increasing acceptance and rapid growth of PM within some industries
Future strengths and pitfalls for the PM profession
“Where To From Here” issues and challenges
Managing the Challenges of Sustainability - how the PM profession can assist in the global moves to a more sustainable environment and economy |
Standards and Professionalism
The AIPM new recognition structure and competency standards
Discussion on the ethical and moral issues of the PM profession
The professionalisation of PM |
Local and Global Innovation and Developmental Trends
Globalisation
Trends, opportunities, influences and market development
PM innovation and research |
Reality Bites
Leading edge Project Management as applied to REAL projects
Icon Projects, Triumphs, Tragedies: share case studies - warts and all, lessons learned |
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Project Management Achievement Awards
The Project Management Achievement Awards (PMAA) recognise excellence in all aspects of Project Management across Australia.
The 2007 Submissions Guidelines are now online. ( > 1 mb PDF).
Interested in Sponsoring the 2007 PMAA? Click here to download our 2007 Sponsorship Prospectus.
Considering a 2007 submission? Submit an expression of interest.
Submission deadline for the 2007 awards is 1 June.
Click here to find your local PMAA contact.
This year AIPM will be only accepting online registration and submission of entries.
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Welcome to the February 2007 PM Select. Click on this link to read abstracts of the articles featured in this issue. There are 32 articles available for PDF delivery in this edition. They are sourced from International Project Management publications.
Click on the title to request the article. You must log into the AIPM website.
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Call for additional markers
“The Master of Project Management at the University of Southern Queensland continues to attract increasing numbers of students, and the new on-campus program at our Springfield campus has received tremendous support from students, practitioners and members of AIPM. In order to deliver this program at the standards we desire, it is important to involve external project managers as markers.
If you would like to assist us and see what our students are capable of producing, please consider becoming an external paid marker for one or more of our courses in project management. External markers can define the marking load that suits and payment is pro rata. All that is required is a postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline and the willingness to assist. All assessment involves project-based assignments using projects selected by students from their workplace. Guidelines are provided and all marking is moderated by USQ staff. All assignments are submitted electronically so marking can be done from any location.
If you are interested in helping us with marking assignments, please contact Barrie Todhunter at todhunter@usq.edu.au or phone 0418 763453.”
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AIPM Survey participation
AIPM is currently supporting three advanced research projects. Your contribution would be very useful to this research.
13 February 2007 - Information System Project Failure Research – Influence of The Human Factor
Click here to learn more about this survey.
15 January 2007 - Transcultural Project Leadership (TPL): Development of a model
Click here to learn more about this survey.
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Membership Updates
Our Corporate Members Directory has been updated: Corporate Membership Directory.
We've also a membership profiles directory online: http://www.aipm.com.au/html/profiles.cfm. If you'd like to be included, please send me an email at irc@aipm.com.au.
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Professional Indemnity Insurance Service
The Australian Institute of Project Management with Insurance Brokers Perryman O’Grady Philpott Pty Ltd. provide a Professional Indemnity Facility for the benefit of members.
Features of the Facility:
- Cover Designed Specifically for Project Managers –The cover is based on the broader Civil Liability Wording and has been developed to respond to specific claims that Project Managers actually encounter.
- Project Management Knowledgeable Underwriters (Insurers) – The underwriters have written Professional Risks in excess of 30 years with a focus on the Project Management profession.
- Knowledgeable Brokers – Perryman O’Grady Philpott Pty Ltd have been involved in Professional Risks in excess of 30 years and have worked with Project Managers in excess of 15 Years. You do not need to explain your profession to us, we understand what you do.
- Security– Underwriters have been “A” Rated (AM Best) Authorized Insurer Security. Discounted Premiums - Substantial Premium Discounts for AIPM Members with further discounts for RegPM and PMO Accreditations.
Who is Eligible?
Affiliates, Associate Members, Full Members and Corporate Members of the Australian Institute of Project Management
How Do I Get A Quotation?
In the early stages and to simplify matters, we will use your existing documentation where possible, so we will require
- A copy of your current renewal proposal
- A copy of the Curriculum Vitae of Directors, Partners and/or Key Staff
- Capability Statement/ Company Brochure (if available)
- Website Address (if available)
How Long Will It Take to Get a Quotation?
We would anticipate confirmation of terms within 7 days of receipt of the proposal. Requests should be emailed to AIPM PI Insurance.
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Employment Vacancies
Click here to submit a vacancy
Click here to read about the vacancy submission requirements.
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Available for Work Register
If you're seeking staff and would prefer to contact people, the following members have indicated an interest in discussing possibilities. For more candidates, please look at our available for work register.
If you're contemplating new challenges, you can submit an application online.
| Name |
Industry |
Preferred Location |
Date |
| Kevin Geary |
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Melbourne |
27/03/2007 |
| John Nawotka |
General PM Coaching, Mentoring & Training |
Sydney, Central Coast, Newcastle |
23/02/2007 |
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Moves in the Industry
28/03/2007 - As of this date Andrew Ng has started as Commercial Manager at MW Zander (Shanghai) China.
12/03/2007 - As of this date Gavin Fittler has started as Managing Consultant at Aravena Global Solutions.
15/02/2007 - As of this date Stephen Davies has started as Project Manager at AXA Australia.
29/01/2007 - As of this date Peter R Smith has started as Change Manager - Project AIR5333 Vigilare at Boeing Australia LTD.
24/01/2007 - As of this date Geoffrey Rankins has started as Operations Director at Goal Professional Services Pty Ltd.
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Events
Following all the Christmas drinks functions, things have really slowed down on the Events Calendar. You might like to look at a few of the event reports from things this year. Also, make some space in your diary for AIPM's 2007 Conference, to be held between October 8-10 in Hobart, Tasmania. Click here for more information.
Click here to Submit an event.
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Contacts
Click here to link to the AIPM Contacts page. Please contact us with any questions, or submit them online.
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