The Australasian Research Management Society (ARMS) is the peak professional body for Research Management Professionals.
Since its founding in 1999, ARMS has grown to involve more than 4300 members from universities, independent research institutions, government and health and research organisations from across the Australasian region including Australia, New Zealand and Singapore.
ARMS is also a proud member of the International Network of Research Management Societies (INORMS). Read more on the INORMS Network here, or visit the
Our Vision:
To be the peak body for research management in Australasia, supporting our members to attain the highest standards in research management practice.
Our Goals:
To promote and support the research management community:
- Through advocacy and recognition of the importance of research management as an essential foundation for research.
- By empowering members to grow in the profession and practice of research management.
- By developing a strong, vibrant and connected community of members and stakeholders across research and research management.
Our Values:
- Leadership, innovation and forward-thinking: Proactively adapting to change, generating new ideas and being courageous in our approach.
- Respect: Valuing diverse perspectives and backgrounds, treating everyone with dignity, and fostering a culture of inclusivity in all our interactions.
- Collaboration and an engaged community: Creating a connected and engaged community to achieve common goals in research management.
We Provide:
- High-quality, targeted professional training and development;
- Access to an annual conference with a reduced registration rate for members;
- Access to an accreditation program which recognises research management as a profession;
- Knowledge exchange through state-wide chapters, special interest groups and networks;
- Access to awards and scholarships; and
- Member resources and advocacy services.
Our History:
The Australasian Research Management Society was founded in 1999. It was incorporated under the Associations Incorporation Reform Act (Vic) 2012 and is a non-profit organisation governed by an approved ARMS constitution and operationalised by a set of By-Laws. The ARMS Board is the governing body of the Society, responsible for controlling and directing the affairs of the Society including its committees and publications. It is also responsible for the promotion of the Society, establishment and review of policies, strategic planning and other methods of evaluation which contribute towards achievement of its mission and goals.
Read more about ARMS history and our previous Office Bearers and Committee Members.
Strategic Plan:
Our Strategic Plan guides culture and provides direction to decision making and actions towards 2030 to ensure the delivery of ARMS' mission for its members.
Click here to download a copy of the Strategic Plan.
Report to Members:
Our Report to Members provides a comprehensive overview of our achievements as a professional society, including the progress of our Accreditation Programs and a range of initiatives that have been instrumental in helping us to deliver our strategic priorities.
