Leading Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) Training Course

Introduction

Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) have emerged as a vital mechanism for governments worldwide to deliver critical infrastructure and public services, leveraging private sector efficiency, innovation, and capital. This intensive 5-day training course is meticulously designed to equip public sector leaders and senior professionals with the strategic understanding, robust analytical tools, and practical skills necessary to effectively identify, structure, negotiate, and manage successful PPP projects that deliver optimal public value and mitigate risks.

This program moves beyond theoretical concepts, providing a comprehensive deep dive into the entire PPP lifecycle, from policy formulation and project identification to procurement, contract management, and dispute resolution. Participants will gain actionable insights into creating an enabling environment for PPPs, attracting private investment, ensuring transparent processes, and leading the complex multi-stakeholder engagements required to deliver essential public goods and services efficiently and sustainably.

Duration: 5 Days

Target Audience

  • Senior Government Officials from Ministries of Finance, Planning, and Infrastructure
  • Heads of PPP Units and Agencies
  • Project Managers and Directors involved in Infrastructure Development
  • Legal and Financial Advisors to Government on PPPs
  • Policy Makers and Regulators overseeing Public Services
  • Public Sector Executives considering PPPs for service delivery

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the strategic rationale and various models of Public-Private Partnerships.
  • Develop a robust framework for identifying, appraising, and prioritizing suitable PPP projects.
  • Master the key stages of the PPP project cycle, from inception to operational maturity.
  • Effectively manage the procurement, negotiation, and contract management processes for PPPs.
  • Lead multi-stakeholder engagements and mitigate risks inherent in PPP projects to ensure successful outcomes.

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)

  • Defining PPPs: Rationale, Benefits, and Challenges
  • Types and Models of PPPs (e.g., BOT, BOOT, DBO, Concessions, PFI)
  • Understanding Risk Allocation in PPPs
  • Global and Regional Trends in PPP Development
  • Case Studies of Successful and Unsuccessful PPPs

Module 2: The PPP Enabling Environment and Policy Framework

  • Essential Elements of a Sound PPP Policy and Legal Framework
  • Establishing Dedicated PPP Units and Institutions
  • Fiscal Implications of PPPs and Contingent Liabilities
  • Public Investment Management and PPP Integration
  • Ensuring Transparency, Accountability, and Good Governance in PPPs

Module 3: PPP Project Identification and Appraisal

  • Needs Assessment and Strategic Alignment of PPP Projects
  • Feasibility Studies: Technical, Economic, Financial, and Legal Viability
  • Value for Money (VfM) Assessment in PPPs
  • Risk Identification and Preliminary Risk Matrix Development
  • Prioritization of PPP Projects within National Development Plans

Module 4: PPP Project Structuring and Financial Modelling

  • Key Elements of PPP Project Structuring
  • Understanding PPP Project Finance: Sources, Instruments, and Structures
  • Financial Modelling for PPP Projects: Inputs, Assumptions, and Outputs
  • Revenue Streams and Payment Mechanisms in PPP Contracts
  • Role of Guarantees and Support Agreements

Module 5: PPP Procurement and Bid Evaluation

  • Developing a Robust PPP Procurement Strategy
  • Preparing Comprehensive Bidding Documents (RFQs, RFPs)
  • Managing the Tender Process: Fairness, Transparency, and Competition
  • Bid Evaluation Methodologies and Selection Criteria
  • Negotiation Strategies with Preferred Bidders

Module 6: PPP Contract Management and Project Implementation

  • Key Principles of PPP Contract Drafting and Negotiation
  • Essential Clauses in PPP Contracts (e.g., Force Majeure, Termination, Dispute Resolution)
  • Establishing Effective Contract Management Frameworks
  • Performance Monitoring and Benchmarking in Operations
  • Managing Contract Variations and Amendments

Module 7: Risk Management and Dispute Resolution in PPPs

  • Advanced Risk Analysis and Allocation in PPP Contracts
  • Developing Risk Mitigation Strategies Throughout the Project Lifecycle
  • Monitoring and Managing Operational Risks
  • Understanding Dispute Resolution Mechanisms (Mediation, Arbitration, Litigation)
  • Strategies for Preventing and Resolving PPP Disputes

Module 8: Sustainable PPPs, Emerging Trends, and Leadership

  • Social and Environmental Considerations in PPPs
  • Engaging Stakeholders and Managing Public Expectations
  • PPPs for Social Infrastructure (e.g., Health, Education)
  • Emerging Trends in PPPs (e.g., Digital PPPs, Climate-Resilient PPPs)
  • Leadership Role in Championing and Sustaining PPP Success

CERTIFICATION

  • Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

  • Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

  • Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com

 

Leading Public-private Partnerships (ppps) Training Course in Eritrea
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