The Project Management Institute–Syracuse Chapter, in partnership with Syracuse University, will host a half-day professional development event titled Evolving Project Management: AI, PMBOK® 8, and Professional Practice on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Syracuse University’s Schine Student Center.
This collaborative program will bring together project management professionals, students, and members of the public to explore how the project management industry is rapidly transforming. With emerging technologies, evolving standards, and new expectations for practitioners, the event will highlight the skills and perspectives needed to lead projects in a changing landscape.
“We know that project managers need an efficient way to stay current in their field, and students studying the profession need to gain the perspectives of those in the practice. This community event brings both together to learn from each other and to share ideas,” says Arthur Thomas, Director of the Project Management Degree Programs at the College of Professional Studies.
Trends Transforming Project Management
Attendees will engage with timely topics shaping the future of the profession, including:
- The expanding role of artificial intelligence in project delivery
- Key updates and implications of PMBOK® Guide – 8th Edition (PMBOK® 8)
- Evolving expectations for professional practice across industries
The program is designed to support both seasoned practitioners and those entering the field, offering insights that can be applied immediately in academic, corporate, nonprofit, and government settings.
Networking and Professional Development
The event provides a valuable opportunity for:
- Connecting with project managers and leaders across Central New York
- Engaging with Syracuse University students and faculty
- Earning professional development value through exposure to emerging trends
- Strengthening ties between academic and professional communities
- Earn up to 4 PMI PDUs across Ways of Working, Power Skills, and Business Acumen
The session is open to students, PMI members, and the general public.
Participants can learn more and register online at pmi-syracuse.org/events/march-chapter-meeting.