Apply sustainability principles across the project lifecycle to balance triple-bottom-line objectives.
Sustainable Project Management Program (GPM-b™)
Overview
Embed Triple-Bottom-Line Sustainability Across the Project Lifecycle for GPM-b™ Readiness.
: Every project has a sustainability impact. Organizations increasingly expect projects to deliver environmental, social, and economic value alongside scope, schedule, and cost, making sustainable project management a critical capability for career growth and business impact. The Green Project Manager – Basic™ (GPM-b™) credential validates the ability to embed sustainability across the project lifecycle, aligning delivery with measurable triple-bottom-line outcomes. Through a structured curriculum, the program combines intensive training and targeted preparation for the global certification, bringing learners closer to PMI’s practitioner community and strengthening market credibility. HBMSU collaborates with PMI under a strategic partnership framework, reinforcing visibility and international recognition. Serving as an advanced professional development program, participants master P5 impact assessments, build audit-ready Sustainability Management Plans, and align project execution with recognized global ESG standards.
Who is This Program For?
For project managers, ESG specialists, engineers, and PMO leads embedding sustainability.
: Tailored for professionals involved in project governance, operations, supply chain, and transformation initiatives seeking to align projects with sustainability principles and prepare for the GPM-b™ credential.
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Project and Program Managers preparing for the GPM-b™ credential
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Sustainability and ESG Practitioners interfacing with project delivery
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Engineers, Operations, and Construction Leads in capital or transformation projects
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PMO Staff, Project Coordinators, and Business Analysts
What You Learn
Program Learning Outcomes
Learners of this course will gain a strong foundation in:
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Sustainable Project Management Models & Tools (frameworks for green delivery)
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Sustainable Procurement & Planning (embedding sustainability in supply chains)
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GPM-b™ Certification Blueprint (exam readiness and blueprint compliance)
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Lifecycle Sustainability Principles (integrating environmental, social, and economic goals)
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P5 Impact Assessment & Controls (evaluating project impacts across sustainability metrics)
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Sustainability Management Plan (SMP) Development (aligning SMP with corporate strategy)
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ESG Risk, Compliance & Reporting Metrics (audit-ready documentation and risk treatment)
Program Objectives
After completing the program, the learner will be able to:
Perform a P5 impact assessment and translate findings into actionable project controls.
Develop and maintain a Sustainability Management Plan aligned with corporate strategy.
Integrate sustainable procurement practices and supplier lifecycle evaluations into project delivery.
Embed sustainability into scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk plans with measurable KPIs.
Engage stakeholders effectively to manage societal expectations and change management requirements.
Report sustainability performance using clear, evidence-based, audit-ready metrics.
Identify, assess, and mitigate sustainability risks, compliance factors, and reputational risks.
Pre-requisites
No mandatory academic prerequisites.
- Recommended: Foundational project management knowledge or 1+ year of project experience.
- Recommended certifications: PMP/PgMP, PRINCE2/MSP, IPMA D-A, APM PMQ, or relevant Master's degree.
Assessment
Comprehensive Assessment for Practical Competence.
Assessment Methods
Summative Assessment
Description: Full completion of program requirements awarding a Certificate of Attendance with 35 learning PDUs and GPM-b™ exam readiness.
Assessment time: Concluded upon completion of the 10 training blocks (40+ instructional hours).
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