With a grand (and completely paperless) Awards ceremony held on the 31st January, the Napier Project Management Challenge 2024/25, hosted by ENSA, reached its pinnacle.
The student participants showcased the projects they have been working on over the past 8 weeks, highlighting their remarkable achievements and the impactful solutions they devised.
The Project Management Challenge is a dynamic and innovative program designed to engage students in practical, sustainability-focused project management tasks. Participants collaborate to develop and implement projects that address environmental, social, and economic challenges. Throughout the challenge, students gain hands-on experience in project planning, execution, and management.
30 finalists were announced, forming teams in groups of upto six.
Team Net Zero emerged as the winners of the challenge, while Project 5 secured the runner-up position and Team R&R finished in third place. This recognition celebrates their dedication and ingenuity in tackling sustainability issues. Special thanks to our judging panel, comprising university academic and professional service staff.
The ceremony was graced by the presence of esteemed members of the University leadership team, including the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and the Sustainability Strategy Group delegate, Deans of Schools and Programme Leaders, along with other high-profile personalities. Their presence added prestige and significance to the event, underscoring the critical importance of sustainability initiatives.
Overall, the Project Management Challenge was a transformative experience that prepared students to become future leaders in sustainability and project management. Participants are already securing interviews and job from the challenge.
You can watch the highlights from the ceremony below.
