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Why Choose Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Project Preparation Training Course?

The Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Project Preparation Training Course is designed for professionals involved in the planning, structuring, and delivery of PPP projects. PPP projects are essential for developing critical infrastructure in sectors like energy, water, transportation, and telecommunications. However, preparing these projects demands a deep understanding of technical, financial, and legal factors.

This course provides a structured approach to identifying, preparing, and executing PPP projects, equipping participants with the knowledge to tackle complex challenges. With the global demand for quality infrastructure rising, understanding the intricacies of PPPs is critical. By applying internationally recognized frameworks and real-world case studies, this training course will guide you through the entire process, from feasibility analysis to project structuring and procurement.

Participants will also learn to engage key stakeholders, manage risks, and balance the objectives of both public and private sectors. Whether you are involved in emerging markets or mature economies, this course offers the expertise needed to overcome regional challenges while applying best practices. Learn the key to successful and bankable PPP projects with this PPP Project Preparation Training Course.

What are the Goals?

By the end of the Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Project Preparation Training Course, participants will be able to:

  • Determine effective project identification, screening, and selection methods
  • Understand stakeholder roles and responsibilities in PPP projects
  • Address financial, procurement, and operational challenges in PPP initiatives
  • Analyze best practices for conducting financial, economic, and technical feasibility studies
  • Evaluate risk identification, mitigation, and allocation strategies for all parties
  • Equip the public sector with tools to meet project expectations

This course will help participants gain the skills and frameworks necessary to initiate, structure, and execute successful PPP projects across various sectors.

Who is this Training Course for?

The Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Project Preparation Training Course is ideal for a diverse range of professionals, including:

  • Policy makers
  • Government officials in infrastructure development
  • Legal Advisors specializing in infrastructure projects
  • Financial Advisors with a focus on public-private partnerships
  • Senior management and directors from public utilities and private infrastructure sectors (energy, water, transport, telecommunications, etc.)
  • Professionals with prior experience in infrastructure who wish to enhance their expertise in PPPs
  • Technical and financial consultants
  • NGO officers involved in infrastructure or development projects

This course provides the essential knowledge needed for effective decision-making and policy development in PPP projects.

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Project Preparation Training Course adopts proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum engagement and knowledge retention. The course consists of interactive daily workshops that are designed to be highly participative, fostering an environment of learning through practical examples and case studies.

Participants will gain technical and managerial insights to successfully structure and implement PPP projects, both from a strategic and operational standpoint. The course emphasizes hands-on learning, providing the skills needed to assess feasibility, allocate risks, and deliver projects in line with international standards.

Course Highlights:

  • Interactive daily workshops and case studies
  • Real-world applications and industry examples
  • Expert guidance on PPP structuring and procurement
  • Comprehensive coverage of risk management, financial analysis, and project delivery

This PPP Project Preparation Training Course will enhance your ability to plan, structure, and execute PPPs effectively, whether you're working in a developing or developed market.

The Course Content

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

Certificate

  • AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
  • The applicable PMI Professional Development Units/Contact Hours will be reflected in the Certificate of Completion

Accreditation

PMI Approved Training Courses

AZTech is an official PMI Authorized Training Partner (ATP). All applicable project management courses are pre-approved by the Project Management Institute, allowing participants to earn the necessary PDUs and Contact Hours for certification and recertification.

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