About ICCPM
The International Centre for Complex Project Management (ICCPM) is a not-for-profit* organisation. As an international Peak Body supporting complex project delivery, we strive to equip project professionals and organisations across all industry and government sectors with the specialised skills, knowledge and ability to effectively deal with complexity in project environments.
of major projects fail
of major projects are more successful when organisations break from traditional PM methods
of major projects are deemed to have medium-high levels of complexity
ICCPM harnesses the talents and insights of our network to help our members: optimize project results; increase project benefits; reduce costs, and maximize efficiency, through all phases of the project cycle. Our service offerings have been developed with the expertise of recognised project professionals, academics and multi-industry leaders. This means that regardless of your job title or organisation sector, ICCPM is here to help you.
To be the international Peak Body of excellence in complex project leadership, driving innovation, collaboration, and transformative success in projects worldwide.
We empower individuals and organisations to excel in complex project leadership by setting and upholding international competency standards. Through comprehensive membership, cutting-edge training courses, impactful thought leadership, rigorous professional certification, engaging webinars, dynamic networking events, and the dissemination of knowledge, we foster a community dedicated to navigating and mastering the challenges of complex projects.
In pursuit of our mission, we are dedicated to fostering a community that thrives on continuous learning, embraces diversity of thought, and actively contributes to the advancement of complex project leadership internationally.
Our purpose is to elevate the competency of complex project leadership internationally. We deliver this by:
- Setting Standards: Establishing and maintaining rigorous competency standards that serve as a benchmark for excellence in complex project leadership
- Membership & Other Stakeholder Engagement: Providing a vibrant international community for individuals and organisations to connect, collaborate, and share insights in the realm of complex project leadership.
- Training Excellence: Offering world-class training courses that equip professionals with the skills, knowledge, and mindset necessary to thrive in complex project environments.
- Thought Leadership: Driving innovation and progress through thought leadership initiatives, research support, and the continuous exploration of best practices in complex project leadership.
- Professional Certification: Recognising and validating the expertise of complex project leaders through an internationally recognised certification process.
- Webinars and Events: Facilitating learning and networking opportunities through webinars, conferences, and events that showcase thought leaders, industry experts, and real-world experiences.
- Knowledge Dissemination: Serving as a hub for the exchange and dissemination of cutting-edge knowledge, trends, and insights in the field of complex project leadership.
- Global Networking: Fostering a global network that transcends borders, connecting professionals, organisations, and experts to create a collaborative ecosystem.
The establishment of ICCPM in 2007 was led by the Australian Department of Defence (Defence Materiel Organisation) with support from the UK Ministry of Defence, US Department of Defense, Canadian National Defence and Defence industry as part of the Australian Department of Defence’s Complex Project Management Initiative.
This initiative received support through both houses of the Australian Parliament via a Deed of Agreement between the Centre and the Defence Material Organisation when the then Minister Assisting the Minister for Defence and the Minister for Veterans Affairs, the Hon Bruce Billson, MP tabled the Notice Pursuant to Section 45 of the CAC Act (1997).
The rationale for establishing ICCPM agreed by the Australian Government was to create an independent, international, not-for-profit organisation that would support both government and industry’s capacity to better deliver complex projects. ICCPM provides this central and coordinating role by bringing together leading thinkers and practitioners in the complex project management sector from around the world.