CPPP
Certificate in Public Private Partnerships
A practical certificate program that demystifies Public–Private Partnerships for professionals involved in long-term projects and service delivery. Participants build confident, applied understanding of PPP governance, risk, and accountability across sectors.
- Duration
- 4 days
- Next session
- 22 Jun 2026 – 25 Jun 2026 · +3 more
- Level
- advanced
- Format
- Classroom
- Available in
- Barcelona, Spain · Geneva, Switzerland · New York, USA
- Language
- EN
- Investment
- From USD 3,990 VAT not included
Program overview
The Certificate in Public Private Partnerships equips professionals with a grounded, plain-language understanding of how PPPs work in practice. Rather than treating PPPs as a purely technical or financial product, the course frames them as structured arrangements for managing risk, performance, and long-term accountability. Participants leave prepared to contribute meaningfully to the planning, oversight, and delivery of PPP arrangements across public and private sector contexts.
Learning outcomes
- Evaluate when a PPP is the right delivery approach
- Navigate risk allocation and long-term accountability decisions
- Strengthen governance and oversight across a partnership lifecycle
- Translate complex PPP concepts into clear stakeholder guidance
- Manage change and uncertainty while protecting public value
Curriculum
- What PPPs really are and how they compare to alternatives
- Deciding whether a PPP is the appropriate solution
- Understanding and allocating risk across the project lifecycle
- How PPPs are paid for and how performance links to payment
- Governance, oversight, and managing the full PPP lifecycle
Who should attend
- Senior Managers and Department Heads in public or private organisations
- Project or Program Leads overseeing long-term delivery
- Commercial, Strategy, or Transformation Managers
- Finance, Budgeting, or Investment Managers
- Legal, Risk, or Compliance Managers
- Policy, Advisory, or Stakeholder Engagement Managers
What's included
- 4-day face-to-face training in Riyadh
- Instruction by a Certified Public–Private Partnerships Professional (CP3P®)
- Applied exercises and group discussions
- Course materials in plain language
- Certificate of completion from iLead
Upcoming sessions
- 22 Jun 2026 – 25 Jun 2026 Barcelona, Spain USD 4,390 Open
- 19 Oct 2026 – 21 Oct 2026 Geneva, Switzerland From USD 4,190 Open
- 19 Oct 2026 – 21 Oct 2026 New York, USA USD 4,390 Open
- 20 Oct 2026 – 22 Oct 2026 New York, USA USD 5,190 Open
Common questions
Do I need prior PPP experience to join the CPPP? +
The CPPP is designed for senior professionals who work around PPPs rather than specialists who have built them from scratch. A background in project management, finance, public policy, legal, or commercial roles is sufficient. Prior direct PPP experience is helpful but not required.
Is the CPPP linked to the CP3P® certification? +
The CPPP is delivered by a Certified Public–Private Partnerships Professional (CP3P®) and covers material that overlaps with internationally recognised PPP competency standards. However, the program itself awards an iLead Certificate of Completion, not the CP3P® credential. Participants interested in pursuing CP3P® certification separately will find the CPPP a strong preparation.
Which roles benefit most from the Certificate in Public Private Partnerships? +
The program is most relevant to senior managers, project leads, and specialists in finance, risk, legal, or policy who are involved in structuring, overseeing, or advising on long-term delivery arrangements. It suits both public sector officials and private sector professionals who need to work effectively across the partnership boundary.
How is learning assessed and what do participants receive on completion? +
The CPPP uses applied exercises and group discussions throughout the four days rather than a formal written exam. Participants who complete the program receive an iLead Certificate of Completion. There is no external certification body examination attached to this course.
Is this program relevant outside of infrastructure or construction projects? +
Yes. While PPPs are often associated with infrastructure, the CPPP addresses the governance, risk, and accountability principles that apply across sectors including health, education, utilities, and public services. The focus on long-term performance and public value makes it broadly applicable beyond traditional capital projects.
Should I prepare anything before attending the CPPP? +
No prescribed pre-reading is required. Participants are encouraged to bring familiarity with at least one long-term project or service delivery arrangement from their own context, as the course makes direct use of real-world examples and participant experience in group discussions.
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