Outreach – An Overview
Connecting industry, academia and community to cultivate the next generation of project leaders - helping close the gap toward the roughly 25 million new project management roles the world will need by 2030.
A cornerstone of the chapter's mission
Outreach is a volunteer-driven effort that brings project management skills, mentorship and knowledge exchange to students, professionals and organizations across Chennai and Coimbatore.
Skill-Building Sessions
Workshops covering project management, leadership and agile frameworks for practitioners at every stage.
Academic Partnerships
Introducing project management as a career path and a life skill to colleges and universities.
Volunteer-Led Development
Professional growth opportunities built and run by the chapter's own volunteer community.
Corporate CSR Alignment
Partnering with organizations to align CSR initiatives with community and workforce impact.
Knowledge Exchange Forums
Connecting academia and industry through shared events, panels and joint sessions.
Mentorship & Certification
Guiding aspiring professionals toward PMI credentials with mentoring and exam support.
Our outreach programs
Corporate Outreach
Bridging industry needs with workforce development through training, mentorship and CSR partnerships.
Learn moreAcademic Outreach
Connecting students and faculty with PMI resources, scholarships, accreditation and certification pathways.
Learn moreChapter Students Club
Campus clubs giving students hands-on project management experience and industry exposure.
Learn moreChapter Ambassador Program
Project professionals representing their organizations and championing PM value within PMI Chennai.
Learn moreOutreach leadership
Srivikraman M
Associate Vice President, Outreach Advocacy
Get involved in outreach
Whether you represent a company, a campus, or want to volunteer your time - there's a place for you in PMI Chennai's outreach efforts.