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Welcome to the May 2008 issue of the IRC News.
This month we will be seeking feedback on the more simple presentation style used. Your comments and concerns should be directed to rtucker@aipm.com.au.
News
In addition to the items below, it is appropriate to acknowledge the significant level of change that has occured within the AIPM over the past few months. The Institute's National President Dr. Bill Young will soon be communicating to you a further message on the changes and direction of the Institute. While appearing quiet there has been significant level of work inside the organisation focusing on pursuing the commitments made in the most recent election and ensuring the future stability of the organisation.
As the end of the financial year approaches many of you will have received your renewal notices. Your attention to these prior to the end of the financial year will of course have taxation benefits. These notices also include the first membership price rise in 7 years, with an approximate increase of between 9-12% on your previous rate. As the Institute grows to 8500 members we have significant increases in the cost of administering our membership and service programs. Your consideration and support in the development of the profession and the Institute is appreciated.
As part of the development of the Institute, our chapter councils have had several recent changes to our office bearers. We have several new Chapter Presidents; please welcome Dr. Steve Milner in South Australia; Paul Campbell in New South Wales, Trevor Alex in Victoria, David Hudson in Queensland and Peter Dechaineux in the ACT. As a member driven organisation, plese contact your chapter representatives to welcome them and let them know where you think the Institute should be heading. If you get a chance, please contact Skye Bayne in SA to let her know what a great contribution she's made to the Institute and that she'll be missed on her departure to Scotland. Thanks Skye!
Notable items on the AIPM calendar include our annual Conference in Canberra. We have received over 120 submissions for the technical program, have 8 keynotes booked include Reverend Tim Costello, CEO of World Vision Australia and Dr. Miriam Baltuck, Director of the Canberra Deep Space Communications Complex. This will be an excellent event, with a significant practitioner and provider presence. Please examine www.aipm2008.com.au for more information.
Also of significance is the formation of the AIPM Council of Fellows. Chaired by Brian Kooyman, this group is currently examining the operation of AIPM's dormant Fellow program and in open communication with AIPM's National President. Brian is joined by Peter Dechaineux, Dr. Neveen Moussa, David Farwell, Phil Harlow, Chivonne Watt, Ted Tooher and Heinz Haselroither. The Institute is pleased to be supported by such a depth of experience. And in knowing this, please find below some details from our website
PMAA 2008 Submissions close soon
| 30/05/2008 - Only 7 days before PMAA submissions close |
CPD Categories and Points Table
| 19/05/2008 - The CPD categories and points table has been updated! |
Promac 2008 is seeking abstracts
| 19/05/2008 - Just a friendly reminder that the 4th International Conference on Project Management (ProMAC2008) will be held in Anchorage, Alaska, September 15 -18, 2008. http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/promac/ |
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Events
To see what's upcoming in the world of AIPM please see http://www.aipm.com.au/html/Calendar_Wizard.cfm
Training Opportunities
AIPM has recently started providing details of courses run by our Endorsed Course Providers - please see http://www.aipm.com.au/html/training-calendar.cfm
Employment
Looking for a new challenge? Consult our online jobs vacancies directory. 13 vacancies are currently available...
Want to see what's out there? Register with our Register with our Project Managers looking for work service...
Considering reinsuring? Consider AIPM's Insurance broker...
Endorsed Courses
Looking to undertake some project management related training? Please examine AIPM's endorsed courses directory for potential providers...
Find out what's happening in your chapter and view AIPM's latest publications...
Looking to learn more about project management? Examine our range of information services online...
Reading someone in project management you'd like to hear? AIPM's Thought Leaders program is seeking suggestions for speakers for AIPM events. If you're aware of someone you'd like so hear, please submit your suggestion to irc@aipm.com.au.
Also, if you're in the process of writing an article, or doing something you think the PM community may be interested in, please submit it as a news item...
As always, if you have any questions or concerns please contact me or the National Support Office on 02 8288 8700, or email me directly at irc@aipm.com.au.
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