Held from 12 - 14 August 2025 at Hotel Realm, Canberra, the PGCS Project and Program Management Symposium 2025 brought together nearly 600 project management professionals from across Australia and around the world. With world-class keynote speakers, international masterclasses, specialist streams and an interactive expert panel, PGCS 2025 delivered its most diverse and thought-provoking program yet.

Highlights from 2025

• Eight keynote presentations from leading national and international experts.
• An engaging “Chatham House Rules” expert panel Q&A.
• Three specialist streams delivering 18 insightful sessions.
• Four international masterclasses offering in-depth learning opportunities.
• Our premium venue at Hotel Realm, Barton, providing an outstanding setting.
• Exceptional networking across breaks and at the signature evening function.
• Seamless web coordination and broadcast support from our long-term partner, Consec.

Research Grant Announcement

PGCS announced the 2025 research grant:

‘Enabling Improved Outcomes Through Data-Driven Decision Making in Major Projects’

AUD$20,000 for Stages 1 and ​2 (dependent on PGCS Director approval) each - AUD$40,000 commitment over 2 years​.

Theme 2025 – More Speed, Less Haste: Returning to Fundamentals

This year’s theme resonated strongly with delegates, exploring how the foundations of governance, controls and delivery are more important than ever in meeting the demands of accelerated project environments.

Looking Ahead – PGCS 2026

Planning is already underway for next year’s symposium, to be held 11 – 13 August 2026 at Hotel Realm, Canberra. The 2026 theme, “Digitisation: Data Driven Decisions through Dashboards – progressing beyond Documents & Committees” will explore how the next wave of digital transformation is reshaping governance, assurance and project performance.

PGCS 2026 promises to be another unmissable event. If you don’t want to miss out next year: