This session opens with a compelling exploration of the evolving landscape of project management. The initial segment of the presentation will highlight the critical challenges currently faced by the industry, such as rapid technological advancements, shifting workforce demographics, and increasing project complexities. This section sets the stage by underscoring the urgency for continuous investment in education and training to ensure the profession remains agile, competitive, and prepared for the future. 

The second part of the presentation will delve deeper into the tangible benefits of investing in reskilling and upskilling existing professionals, emphasising how targeted education enhances productivity, innovation, and overall project success rates. This section introduces the concept of the learning organisation and the principles for creating a learning eco-system to enable talent to flourish. This approach reinforces the idea that fostering a culture of continuous learning is not merely beneficial but essential for maintaining excellence in project management.

Finally, the presentation will shift focus toward the range of training options available to organisations and the different funding streams. This concluding segment emphasises how early and ongoing investment in practical, hands-on training programmes can significantly contribute to closing skills gaps, fostering diversity, and ensuring the long-term sustainability and vitality of the project management profession