Public-Private Partnerships for Government Officials (GPS-016) Training Course

Public-Private Partnerships for Government Officials

Public-private partnerships can help governments deliver infrastructure and services by combining public objectives with private finance and expertise. However, poorly…

5 daysClassroom or online

12Upcoming dates

7Cities

£2,250Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Public-private partnerships can help governments deliver infrastructure and services by combining public objectives with private finance and expertise. However, poorly prepared PPPs can create long-term fiscal risks.

This LLMI course explains PPP models, legal and institutional frameworks, project identification and appraisal, value for money, risk allocation, procurement, contract management and fiscal risk management from the government perspective. Participants appraise a PPP case.

The course suits officials in ministries, PPP units and contracting authorities.

Course Objectives

Explain PPP models and when they are appropriate

Understand legal and institutional frameworks

Appraise PPP projects and value for money

Allocate risks between public and private partners

Manage PPP procurement

Manage PPP contracts and fiscal risks

Target Audience

Government officials in PPP units

Ministry of finance staff

Infrastructure agency managers

Municipal officials

Advisers

Development bank staff

Course Methodology

Government-focused case studies

Appraisal exercises

Risk allocation workshop

Contract management discussions

Group work

Course outline

1Day 1: PPP Fundamentals

What PPPs are
Models
Benefits and risks
International experience
Frameworks
Exercise: PPP suitability

2Day 2: Project Appraisal

Project identification
Feasibility
Value for money
Affordability
Fiscal commitments
Workshop: Value-for-money assessment

3Day 3: Risk Allocation

Risk categories
Allocation principles
Payment mechanisms
Guarantees
Contingent liabilities
Exercise: Risk matrix

4Day 4: Procurement

Procurement process
Market sounding
Bid evaluation
Negotiation
Financial close
Case study: PPP tender

5Day 5: Contract Management

Contract management teams
Performance monitoring
Renegotiation
Disputes
Hand-back
Capstone: PPP management plan

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Public-Private Partnerships for Government Officials course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Public-Private Partnerships for Government Officials course?

The next public date is 4 - 8 Jan 2027 in London. There are 12 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in London, Kuala Lumpur, Istanbul, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Munich, Barcelona.

Can I take Public-Private Partnerships for Government Officials online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Public-Private Partnerships for Government Officials

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