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Sustainable Project Management – Preparation for IPMA SPM D Certification
Synergist Academy
Sustainable Project Management – Preparation for IPMA SPM D Certification
Training date: 4 – 6 .11.2026
Training duration: 3 days
Training price: 899 EUR. Early Birds: 799 EUR (until 30.09.2026)
Training with up to 95% funding
IPMA REG Registered Course | Delivered in English | 3-Day Intensive Programme
Prepare for the IPMA Sustainable Project Management D (SPM D) Certification through an internationally delivered training programme designed to develop practical sustainability competences and certification readiness.
This course focuses on integrating Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles into project management and provides comprehensive preparation for the IPMA SPM D assessment. Combining theory, workshops, simulations and practical case studies, participants learn how to embed sustainability into project strategy, governance, planning, delivery and stakeholder engagement.
The programme covers all 28 competence elements of the IPMA Individual Competence Baseline (ICB4), with particular emphasis on the key sustainability-related competences required for effective Sustainable Project Management.
Why this course?
Official IPMA REG Registered Course
The programme has been accepted into the IPMA REG (Exam Preparation Courses Registered) System as:
Sustainable Project Management – Preparation for IPMA SPM D Certification (POL-P-011)
Registration within the IPMA REG system confirms alignment with IPMA requirements for certification preparation programmes.
International Learning Environment
The course is delivered entirely in English and is designed for professionals working in international project environments.
Practical Approach
Participants work with real-life examples, sustainability scenarios, workshops and practical exercises, including Project Sustainability Impact Assessment (PSIA) using the IPMA WISE methodology.
What Will You Learn?
By attending this programme, you will learn how to:
- Understand ESG frameworks and sustainability principles
- Integrate sustainability into project strategy and governance
- Align ESG objectives with project requirements and outcomes
- Assess project sustainability impacts using PSIA
- Apply the IPMA WISE methodology
- Manage sustainability-related risks and opportunities
- Engage stakeholders responsibly and effectively
- Lead projects in ESG-driven environments
- Prepare confidently for the IPMA SPM D Certification assessment
Training Methods
- Expert-led lectures
- Interactive workshops
- Simulations
- Group discussions
- Practical exercises
- Case studies
- Certification preparation sessions
Key Reference Materials
- IPMA Individual Competence Baseline (ICB®) Version 4.0
- IPMA Sustainable Project Management ICB4 Reference Guide
- IPMA Guide on Sustainable Project Management
- PSIA and IPMA WISE materials
- Selected ESG and sustainability publications
Who is it for?
Who Should Attend?
This programme is designed for:
- Project Managers
- Programme Managers
- PMO Professionals
- ESG and Sustainability Managers
- Transformation and Change Leaders
- Consultants and Advisors
- Professionals preparing for IPMA Sustainable Project Management D Certification
- Anyone responsible for integrating sustainability into projects
Agenda
Key Topics Covered
Day 1:
ESG Fundamentals
- Global sustainability frameworks
- Environmental, Social and Governance principles
- Sustainability regulations and compliance requirements
Sustainable Project Management
- Principles and benefits of Sustainable Project Management
- Sustainability and project success
- Governance and organizational alignment
Day 2:
ESG Across the Project Lifecycle
- Project preparation
- Requirements and objectives
- Project design and scope
- Benefits realization
- Stakeholder engagement
Sustainable Delivery
- Risk and opportunity management
- Sustainable quality management
- Sustainable finance and procurement
- Resource and schedule management
- Delivering sustainable outcomes
Day 3:
Leadership and People Competences
- Leadership
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Stakeholder engagement
- Responsible decision-making
Certification Preparation
- IPMA SPM D competence review
- Practical workshop sessions
- Sample examination questions
- Exam preparation techniques
Benefits for Participants
Learning Outcomes
After completing this programme, participants will be able to:
- Explain ESG concepts and their relevance to project management
- Apply Sustainable Project Management principles in practice
- Integrate sustainability into project planning and delivery
- Conduct Project Sustainability Impact Assessments (PSIA)
- Use IPMA WISE tools to evaluate sustainability impacts
- Manage sustainability-related risks, opportunities and stakeholders
- Demonstrate leadership in sustainability-focused project environments
- Prepare effectively for the IPMA Sustainable Project Management D Certification assessment
Every participant who completes the training will receive
Synergist Training Completion Certificate
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