Project Management Education Award at 2024 IEOM Awards Sydney, Australia – September 26, 2024

At the prestigious 3rd Australian Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management (IEOM), held in Sydney, Australia, from September 24-26, 2024, Dr. Obuks Ejohwomu, a Reader in Sustainable Built Environment and Project Management at The University of Manchester, UK, was awarded the highly esteemed Project Management Education Award.

The award recognises Dr. Ejohwomu's significant contributions to advancing Project Management Education and Research, particularly in integrating sustainability and innovation into project management frameworks. His work continues to shape the future of project management education, bridging the gap between academic rigor and real-world application in the built environment.
The recognition comes as part of the 2024 IEOM Awards, which celebrates the global contributions of leaders and innovators in industrial engineering, operations management, and related fields. Dr. Ejohwomu’s commitment to excellence and his impact on the project management discipline has set new benchmarks in education and research.

Dr. Ejohwomu’s Response:
“I am deeply honoured to receive this award at such a prestigious global platform. It reaffirms the importance of integrating sustainability into project management education and research to meet the challenges of the future.”
The 3rd Australian IEOM Conference attracted experts and professionals from around the world, fostering international collaboration and knowledge exchange in industrial engineering and operations management. This year’s event highlighted the growing importance of sustainable practices in engineering and management disciplines.

About IEOM:
The Industrial Engineering and Operations Management Society (IEOM) brings together researchers and professionals to promote and advance the development and application of industrial engineering and operations management worldwide. The Society hosts conferences and competitions that showcase cutting-edge research and innovative practices across industries.