A PMI Approved Training Course
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Project Preparation
Course Introduction
The Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Project Preparation training course is tailored to equip professionals with the critical knowledge and skills needed to prepare, evaluate, and manage PPP projects effectively. With the increasing complexity and scale of PPP schemes, it is essential for professionals to understand the strategic, financial, and contractual elements that influence project outcomes.
This PPP Training Course provides a comprehensive overview of the entire PPP lifecycle—from project identification and feasibility analysis to stakeholder engagement and risk mitigation. Participants will explore the nuances of various PPP models and contractual frameworks, gaining insights into how to align public interests with private sector efficiency. Emphasis will be placed on managing stakeholder expectations, analyzing feasibility studies, and navigating cross-sectoral responsibilities across infrastructure domains such as transportation, energy, telecommunications, and public services.
By the end of this Public-Private Partnerships Training, attendees will be better positioned to contribute to PPP project planning and execution, ensuring sustainable and mutually beneficial partnerships.
Training Objectives
By attending this COPEX Public-Private Partnerships training course, participants will be able to:
- Identify and distinguish between different types of PPP schemes and models
- Understand the legal, regulatory, and contractual frameworks that govern PPPs
- Determine appropriate project identification methods for PPP initiatives
- Analyze the structure and requirements of feasibility studies and their role in project preparation
- Develop stakeholder management strategies to align interests and ensure transparent communication
- Evaluate project risks and implement effective mitigation techniques during planning stages
Training Methodology
This Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Training Course will utilize a combination of interactive and practical learning methods to ensure maximum engagement and retention. The methodology includes expert-led presentations, real-world case study analysis, structured group discussions, and practical scenario-based exercises. Delegates will participate in workshops that simulate the project preparation process, allowing them to apply concepts in a realistic context.
Participants will benefit from peer learning, facilitated by guided debates and collaborative tasks aimed at solving complex PPP-related challenges. Each session is designed to build both strategic understanding and operational competence, helping attendees to transfer acquired knowledge into their professional environments effectively.
Who should Attend?
This PPP Training Course is suitable for a broad range of professionals involved in infrastructure development, public service delivery, and project financing. It is especially beneficial for:
- Policy makers and government officials responsible for infrastructure policy and investment
- Technical and financial consultants involved in structuring PPP projects
- Project managers and planners seeking to deepen their understanding of PPP frameworks
- Legal and compliance officers handling PPP contracts and agreements
- Professionals across key sectors such as:
- Transportation (roads, airports, ports, rail)
- Energy and electricity
- Water and wastewater management
- Telecommunications
- Education and healthcare infrastructure
- Municipal services and urban development
Course Outline
Key behaviours:
- Perform a comprehensive Needs Analysis
- Understand the different types of feasibility studies required for any PPP project
- Distinguish between the needs and wants in the project scope
- Interpret and identify social and environmental safeguards
Topics to be covered:
- Needs and options analysis
- Legal feasibility
- Technical feasibility
- Scoping social/environment safeguards analysis
- Preliminary financial viability including expectations of required Government financial support
Competency Description: It is essentially important that personnel involved in any PPP project understands the full scope and context of the various PPP schemes.
Key behaviours:
- Appreciate the fundamental concepts of the PPP scheme
- Understand the different types of PPP contracts
- Know and understand the critical phases and levels of a PPP project
- Appreciate the rationale behind market needs
Topics to be covered:
- Rationale, aim and motivation for engaging PPP
- Key phases of the PPP project process
- The structure of the PPPs
- Different types of PPPs
- The four levels of preparation and implementation
- Analyse the important factors for the project preparation process
Competency Description: Many vital decisions have to be made and PPP project professionals must recognize and understand the various options in order to make the right decision for a sustainable and successful PPP project.
Key behaviours:
- Appreciate Understanding and knowledge of investment models
- Know how to select suitable PPP projects
- Knowledge and insights of the different PPP models
- Analysis of cost benefits
- Decision making abilities giving value for money
- Perform a basic project appraisal
Topics to be covered:
- Public investment delivery model
- Economies of scale and project grouping
- Analysis of cost benefits of a PPP project
- How to get value for money in PPP projects
- Commercialisation potential analysis
- Market potential
- Capacity of assuming long term commitments
Competency Description: A critical success factor in any PPP project is understanding the various components and best practice to prepare and implement a comprehensive project implementation plan.
Key behaviours:
- Develop a practical ability to identify and mange project risks
- Understand the importance of financial and economic analyses
- Interpret costings estimates and impacts
- Decipher payment mechanisms in PPP projects
- Develop and implement practical project plans
Topics to be covered:
- Project identification, risks, sustainability
- Project design: Tender strategy, technical aspects, components, cost estimation, and financing
- Structuring a PPP contracts
- How to avoid common pitfalls
- Importance of project financial and economic analysis
- Understanding and applying payment mechanisms
- Preparing the Project Implementation Plan
- Project Management Arrangements – Various types of agreements and monitoring indicators
Key behaviours:
- Appreciate the importance of proactive project management strategy
- Know the fundamental concepts of project management
- Identify the challenges parties face in a PPP projects and how to overcome them
- Choose the right people and skills for the various roles
- Formulate clear and concise management plans
- Appreciate the strategic objectives of stakeholder management
Topics to be covered:
- Appointing a PPP project manager and project team (Project Implementation Unit)
- Key roles within the project, including decision-making authorities, and sources and funding for assistance
- Preparing the project plan
- Dealing with main challenges of a PPP project
- The absolute importance of stakeholder consultation and managing the interface
- Risk assessment and analysis
- Going beyond the construction phase to ensure success in Operations
- Hand back of asset upon contract expiry
Accreditation
Certificates
- COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course
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