Research funding and collaborative research

Research Funding Opportunities

Our research funding supports innovative academic research aimed at advancing APM’s mission to further the science, theory and practice of project and programme management for the public benefit.

APM offers two distinct research funds: the Early Career Research Fund and the Main Research Fund. Both funds issue an annual call, and the research supported typically spans one year.

The Main Research Fund, with a larger budget, is designed to support large-scale studies focusing on specific themes within project and programme management. Applications for this fund will open in mid-2025.

The Early Career Research Fund is aimed at supporting researchers in the early stages of their careers, and applications are currently open. We are inviting applications for this fund and will be selecting two research proposals, each to receive £10,000.

Please read more about this opportunity below and ensure that you apply using the correct format. We look forward to receiving your proposals.

Early Careers Research Fund

APM is offering seed funding for early career professionals to develop small-scale research projects focused on how project management can contribute to achieving the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Proposals should align with APM’s mission to advance project and programme management for public benefit.

Both UK and international applications are welcome.

The deadline for applications is Monday, 28 April.

For further details on this call and learn how to submit a proposal please refer to the Research Fund Guidelines and the Research Proposal Template.

Level of funding available

Two grants of £10,000 each.

What should the proposal contain and what themes should it address?

The proposal should be up to 1,800 words and include:

1. Methodology: Outline the research approach and methods.
2. Theoretical Background: Provide relevant context.
3. Impact: Explain the practical value and expected outcomes.
4. Cost-Effectiveness: Ensure financial feasibility.
5. Alignment with APM’s 2025 Theme

Important dates

• Application Deadline: Monday, 28 April 2025
• Results Announcement: Monday, 26 May 2025

Submission details

To submit your proposal for the 2025 Early Careers Research Fund:

1. Complete the Research Proposal Template.
2. Review the Research Costing Requirements document to build your budget.
3. Email your proposal to research@apm.org.uk with the subject line "APM Research Fund Application".
4. Include your most recent CV(s) in the email.

Ensure your proposal follows the provided template and addresses all required points.

If you have any questions that have been not addressed in this document please contact research@apm.org.uk.