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The Professional Certification in Clinical Project Management (PCCPM) is an internationally awarded credential offered by the ATMP Academy and accredited by the European Society for Translational Medicine (EUSTM).
PCCPM recognises professionals with the skills and experience to lead complex clinical research projects across regulated environments. Whether in pharma, biotech, CROs, research institutions, or hospitals, the PCCPM title reflects credibility, capability, and leadership in clinical project management.
Certified individuals earn the right to use the PCCPM postnominal title — a professional mark of distinction in the global clinical research landscape
Earning the PCCPM title recognises your expertise in clinical trial coordination, project oversight, and leadership in regulated environments. It communicates to employers and collaborators that you have the professional background to lead and deliver complex clinical research projects.
With PCCPM, you can:
✔️ Use the PCCPM postnominal title on your CV, LinkedIn profile, and professional correspondence
✔️ Demonstrate your competency to manage clinical research projects across regulated environments
✔️ Strengthen your profile for roles in CROs, pharmaceutical and biotech companies, research institutions, and hospitals
✔️ Increase your visibility for clinical project leadership positions at national and international level
✔️ Show your ability to manage timelines, cross-functional teams, and clinical study operations
✔️ Enhance your candidacy for senior clinical, regulatory, and medical affairs roles
✔️ Stand out in a competitive global job market by holding a professional credential from a European scientific society
The PCCPM is awarded by the ATMP Academy and accredited by the European Society for Translational Medicine (EUSTM), a registered scientific society headquartered in Vienna, Austria, with members across 60+ countries.
The certification is designed to be relevant and applicable to professionals working across:
EUSTM occupies a unique position as both a scientific society and a professional certification body — combining scientific credibility with practical professional standards in translational medicine and clinical research.
PCCPM is designed for professionals who manage, coordinate, or provide leadership in clinical research projects across any setting — whether in industry, academia, or clinical practice.
| Setting | Example Roles |
|---|---|
| Industry | Clinical Project Managers, Clinical Trial Managers, Study Leads, Clinical Operations Managers, Regulatory Affairs Professionals |
| Academia | Principal Investigators, Research Managers, Clinical Research Coordinators, Academic Faculty involved in clinical studies |
| Hospitals and Clinical Sites | Trial Unit Coordinators, Clinical Site Managers, Medical Affairs Professionals, Clinicians leading research activities |
To apply for the PCCPM, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria will be assessed by the ATMP Educational Board and assigned to either Category 1 or Category 2 based on their overall professional profile.
Applicants must submit the online PCCPM Application Form. After submission, the ATMP Educational Board reviews each application and assigns one of the following categories based on the applicant’s professional background, experience, and qualifications.
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Category 1 | For professionals with ≥3 years of relevant clinical project responsibilities. CV-based evaluation — no examination required |
| Category 2 | Early-career professionals or those transitioning into clinical project management. Certification granted upon passing a qualifying online examination. |
| Country Type | Initial Certification | Annual Renewal |
|---|---|---|
| High-income | €400 | €400 per year |
| Low-income | €250 | €250 per year |
Country classification is based on the World Bank Income Classification. If you are unsure which category applies to your country, please contact us before applying.
Successful applicants will be required to submit the signed Certification Conditions Form and pay the applicable certification fee before receiving their certificate.
Annual renewal confirms your continued active engagement in the relevant professional field and your commitment to the EUSTM Code of Professional Conduct.
For further information, please contact the ATMP Academy at [email protected]
