Course Objectives
Introduction to Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) - Virtual Learning
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Define the benefits and risks of PPPs and their impact on government projects and services
List the different types of PPPs
Construct effective sector diagnostic tools and sector road maps
Apply strategic thinking to determine when PPPs should be used
Identify PPP best practices and select the best model for different sectors
Develop PPP preparatory plans that increase the likelihood of project success
Target Audience
All managers and senior professionals who are involved in designing or developing public-private partnership plans as well as other executives who would like to develop an in-depth understanding of the benefits and risks of PPPs.
Target Competencies
Developing public-private partnerships
Strategic thinking
Strategic planning
Operational planning
Performance management
Results orientation
Course Outline
Public-private partnership overviewDefinition of PPPsReasons for PPPsObjectives of partnershipsBenefits of PPPsRisks of PPPsTypes of partnershipsService contractsManagement contractsLease contractsConcessionsBuild–Operate–Transfer (BOT) modelsHybrid arrangementsJoint ventures
Structuring a PPP: Sector diagnostic and sector roadmapRequirements and expectationsTechnical issuesLegal, regulatory, and policy frameworkInstitutional structures and capacityCommercial, financial, and economic IssuesStakeholder consultationClear sector strategy and roadmapClear government commitment and a designated champion
PPP preparatory workEstablishing appropriate legal, regulatory, and policy frameworksTechnical preparationInstitutional structures and capacity buildingEstablishing a PPP unitProject implementation unitTechnical assistanceCommercial, financial, and economic preparationProject financingTariff designTariff adjustmentsSubsidy designLabor considerationsIncluding local partnersStakeholder involvement