International Public‑Private Partnerships Institute (IP3I) – Foundation Course
1. Training Introduction
Public–Private Partnerships (PPPs) are essential instruments for delivering infrastructure and public services efficiently, leveraging private sector expertise, and enhancing value-for-money in public investment. The IP3I Foundation Course offers participants a structured introduction to the global PPP landscape, providing foundational knowledge, practical tools, and internationally recognized best practices.
This training integrates IP3I standards with applied exercises, case studies, and practical frameworks to ensure participants acquire the skills required for successful PPP project design, evaluation, and implementation. It is ideal for building core competencies in PPP development across diverse sectors.
2. Training Objective
The programme aims to enable participants to:
- Understand the fundamentals, principles, and global frameworks of PPPs.
- Build competencies in PPP project identification, structuring, and evaluation.
- Apply risk assessment, financial analysis, and contract management tools.
- Strengthen knowledge of legal, regulatory, and institutional frameworks.
- Develop skills in performance monitoring, evaluation, and stakeholder engagement.
- Learn from international case studies and best practices in PPP implementation.
- Equip participants to contribute effectively to PPP policy development and project execution.
3. Targeted Group
This foundation course is designed for:
- Government officials and policymakers in PPP units, infrastructure ministries, and regulatory agencies
- Project managers, planners, and technical specialists in transport, energy, water, and urban infrastructure
- Financial analysts, investment officers, and project financiers
- Legal advisors, contract managers, and procurement specialists
- Private sector operators, concessionaires, and PPP consultants
- Development partners, donor agencies, and technical assistance teams
- Postgraduate students, researchers, and professionals in public administration, finance, or infrastructure
4. Course Duration
5 to 8 Days, depending on delivery format:
- Intensive Foundation Programme: 5 days
- Comprehensive Professional Programme: 8 days
- Blended/Online Modular Format: Flexible pacing with guided exercises
5. Training Methodology
The programme employs a practical and interactive approach:
- IP3I-approved e-learning modules and resources
- Instructor-led lectures and thematic discussions
- Group exercises, scenario simulations, and case studies
- Financial modelling, risk assessment, and project structuring workshops
- Peer learning, knowledge sharing, and problem-solving sessions
- Continuous assessment through quizzes, exercises, and capstone projects
6. Course Content
Module 1: Introduction to PPPs and Global Practices
- Definition, rationale, and objectives of PPPs
- Key PPP principles and project lifecycle
- International PPP standards and frameworks (IP3I and others)
- Sector-specific applications and success factors
Module 2: Project Identification and Screening
- Strategic planning for PPP opportunities
- Preliminary feasibility and screening criteria
- Alignment with national development goals
- Sectoral considerations: transport, energy, water, social infrastructure
Module 3: Project Structuring and Contractual Frameworks
- Structuring PPP projects for success
- Key contractual elements: concessions, BOT, DBFOM
- Risk allocation, mitigation strategies, and performance obligations
- Public Sector Comparator (PSC) and value-for-money assessment
Module 4: Financial Modelling and Project Evaluation
- Financial analysis techniques for PPPs
- Cash flow projections, IRR, NPV, and DSCR calculations
- Debt and equity structuring
- Sensitivity analysis and economic feasibility
Module 5: Legal, Regulatory, and Institutional Frameworks
- PPP legislation, regulations, and governance
- Institutional arrangements and coordination
- Contract enforceability and dispute resolution
- Integration with national and sectoral policies
Module 6: Procurement and Transaction Management
- Competitive bidding and evaluation procedures
- Contract award processes and advisory services
- Stakeholder engagement and transparency requirements
- Anti-corruption and accountability measures
Module 7: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Performance Management
- Defining KPIs and monitoring frameworks
- Performance reporting and compliance assessment
- Lessons learned from PPP implementation
- Adaptive management and institutional learning
Module 8: Case Studies, Applied Exercises, and Capstone Project
- Global and regional PPP project case studies
- Applied exercises in structuring, financial modelling, and risk assessment
- Capstone project: Designing a PPP project from concept to financial model
- Institutional action planning for participant organizations
7. Expected Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Understand foundational PPP principles and the international PPP framework (IP3I).
- Identify, screen, and structure bankable PPP projects across multiple sectors.
- Conduct financial modelling and evaluate economic and financial feasibility.
- Apply risk assessment and contractual management techniques effectively.
- Navigate legal, regulatory, and institutional requirements for PPP implementation.
- Monitor and evaluate PPP project performance to ensure value-for-money.
- Draw lessons from international case studies and adapt best practices locally.
- Support institutional capacity for sustainable PPP project development.
8. Certificate of Completion
Participants who successfully complete all modules, exercises, and the capstone project will receive:
Certificate of Completion
International Public–Private Partnerships Institute (IP3I) – Foundation Course
Issued by FOTADE Training, Research and Resource Development Centre
This certificate confirms that the participant has acquired foundational skills and competencies to design, structure, implement, and monitor PPP projects according to international standards and best practices.
