One of EARMA’s core objectives is to advance research management as a recognised and respected profession across Europe’s research performing organisations (RPOs) and research funding organisations (RFOs).
To support this mission, EARMA provides a range of professional development programmes tailored to the evolving needs of research managers and administrators.
EARMA Academy
The EARMA Academy is our new hub for learning and professional growth, currently being built. While the full platform is still under development, several activities are already live or open for pre-registration.
We encourage you to check back regularly and stay connected through EARMA’s communication channels for the latest updates as the Academy continues to grow.
Right now, pre-registration is open for the RM1 assessment—the entry-level certification designed for professionals with 0–2 years of experience in research management. The assessment and certification process will be available this autumn and supported by a new open-access online learning hub, launching soon.
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The EARMA Academy is dedicated to supporting the professional development of the European research management and administration (RMA) community. While many learning opportunities are freely available, certification assessments and certification in-person workshops are offered as paid services to support quality assurance and recognition of professional achievement.
What is the EARMA Academy?
- An open-access online hub for resources and learning.
- Certification through online and in-person assessments.
- A free mentoring programme connecting professionals across Europe.
- Affiliate workshops and featured programmes, delivered by trusted partners and community trainers.
Currently open:
Additional information for trainers and contributors:
- Expression of interest to help create open access content [Will open soon on this webpage]
- Expression of interest for trainers of in person Certification Workshops for RM1 [Will open soon on this webpage]
- Expression of interest to host affiliate workshops [Will open soon on this webpage]
For questions regarding the academy, please contact earma@earma.org
EARMA Leadership Events
Currently, EARMA is offering workshops for research management leaders in 2024/2025 tailored specifically for aspiring leaders and for more established leaders.
Leading the provision of excellent research support to excellent researchers is both demanding and rewarding. You and your teams sit in the nexus of competing demands from funders, researchers, employers, ministries, commercial stakeholders, and the taxpayer. Converting your strategic intent into serviceable interventions in that environment is a constant challenge. As a leader, you will often find yourself in the ultimate ‘alone in the office’ scenario.
EARMA’s tailor-made ‘Leadership in Research Event’ is designed to support you in dealing with these issues while giving you the time and the space to think and reflect. Through a blend of key-note presentations, peer working and learning groups, case studies and networking opportunities you can share your ambitions and your dilemmas with your peers and bring back new perspectives and tools to your work.
The ‘Leadership in Research Event’ does not end on the last day. There is a growing cohort of alumni who continue to contribute to the programme and who are regular contributors to a ‘Leadership’ strand at the annual conference. During the event, you will be challenged to contribute to a follow-up process on a topic that is of importance to you as a leader leadership.
EARMA Mentorship Scheme
About the programme
The EARMA Mentorship Scheme is a tailored initiative for members of EARMA, conceived with the vision of instilling a culture of perpetual learning, meaningful networking, and the exchange of best practices. It's a realm where our community members can navigate the pathways of professional growth, under the guidance of experienced mentors. Launched on October 30, 2023, the pilot scheme targeted early-career research management professionals, pairing them with experienced mentors. You can currently apply to the new 2024/2025 programme.
EARMA Mentorship Scheme 2024/2025
The EARMA Mentorship Scheme is designed to support early career stage colleagues who are new to research management. This will be facilitated through targeted, regular and informal discussions on pre-determined (or pre-defined) topics proposed by mentees. Topics will be agreed with more senior or experienced colleagues who will perform the mentoring role. The entire process will be conducted within a confidential and professional environment.
EARMA believes mentoring is essential for personal and professional development, knowledge sharing, and the overall growth and success of individuals and their organisations. It provides a structured and supportive environment for learning, guidance, and collaboration, contributing to the development of competent and confident professionals.
We will create ten pairs of participants. Each pair will work together to develop their individual activity plan, outlining their ambitions for the duration of the programme. Read more.
