The IPMA Global Project Excellence Award has long been a benchmark of project management excellence. Based on the Project Excellence Model, it recognizes both Large and Mega-sized Projects, as well as Small-/Medium-sized Projects. Since its inception in 2002, the award has celebrated over 230 finalists from 34 countries.

The IPMA Individual Awards, launched in 2012, promote innovation and leadership in project management. Last year alone, we received over 50 applications from 20 countries, showcasing the diverse talent driving the industry forward.

Why Enter the IPMA Global Awards?

Individuals and organizations apply for the IPMA Global Awards to:

 Gain prestigious recognition at both national and international levels.
 Receive valuable feedback from a team of international assessors.
 Benchmark their project management competencies and innovations against global
standards.
 Access unique global networking opportunities.

Introducing Three New Award Categories for 2025

IPMA continues to evolve, ensuring that our awards remain contemporary and relevant. In 2025, we are expanding our award categories to include three exciting new awards:

1. Sustainability Award

This award recognizes individuals and organizations that effectively manage projects to achieve sustainable outcomes and integrate sustainable delivery practices. Open to projects, programs, and portfolios, this award highlights:

 Value realization enhancing sustainability.
 Sustainability achievements and innovations.
 Leadership and development in sustainability.
 Social responsibility and sustainable practices.
 Challenges and solutions in sustainable project management.

2. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Award

This award acknowledges individuals and organizations that embed DEI principles into their project management processes and outcomes. It applies to projects, programs, and portfolios, with a focus on:

 Leadership and commitment to DEI;
 Proactively leveraging diversity opportunities;
 Promoting equity and inclusivity in project culture;
 Setting DEI-driven benefit targets;
 Innovative DEI practices;
 People development and capacity building;
 Long-term DEI sustainability;
 Recognition and advocacy for DEI.

3. Project Management Office (PMO) Award

This award highlights outstanding project management offices that successfully integrate a strong project management culture while aligning with strategic business objectives. Open to individuals and organizations at all levels, it is assessed based on:

 Strategic alignment and value realization.
 Innovations and achievements in PMO management.
 Leadership and team development.
 Support for personnel performance and growth.
 Resourceful and efficient ways of working.
 Sustainability and corporate social responsibility.
 Challenges and solutions in PMO excellence.

Get Involved!

Be part of the prestigious IPMA Global Awards and showcase your excellence on an international stage. If you would like to learn more about these new award categories, any of our existing awards, the award standards, and evaluation methodology, please refer to the official IPMA Awards website: https://awards.ipma.world

We look forward to celebrating your success!