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About CP3P Certification

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Overview

CP3P Training and Certifications

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Benefits of CP3P Certification

For Individuals

  • Demonstrate a solid understanding of PPP principles, processes and best practises.
  • Leverage a shared lexicon (PPP terminology) used worldwide and enhance cross-team collaboration.
  • Follow a structured learning path that guides professionals through the design of a PPP project, its implementation and the management of associated contracts.
  • Increase the likelihood of developing and implementing a successful PPP program that delivers the right projects effectively and efficiently.
  • Pass all three examinations and demonstrate the necessary skills to achieve successful PPP project outcomes with the CP3P credential.

For Organizations

  • Guides organizations on how to access and attract more international investors.
  • Improves understanding of internationally recognized good practices which helps businesses access new markets more successfully.
  • Provides private sector employees of PPPs with an appropriate understanding of the motivations, objectives, and concerns of future public partners, i.e. governments.
  • Gives a standardized framework for the delivery of PPP projects worldwide which provides clarity and consistency.
  • Increases capacity to deliver successful PPP infrastructure projects, ensuring fewer projects fail to meet requirements or expectations.

    Documentation

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    Study materials

    CP3P The APMG Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Certification Program  study material cover
    The PPP Guide
    eBook (English / Spanish / French / Japanese / Portuguese / Romanian / Russian / Albanian / Serbian / Ukrainian / Vietnamese / Chinese simple)
    By
    Lead author - Andres Rebollo

    CP3P Certification levels

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    CP3P Foundation

    Act as an informed member of a PPP finance team.

    Preparation Exam badge

    CP3P Preparation

    Become proficient in preparing PPP projects and implementing or developing PPP frameworks.

    Execution Exam badge

    CP3P Execution

    Learn how to apply the structuring and drafting process of PPP tender documents.

    Ready to start your learning journey?

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    Cybiant
    • Based in Malaysia
    • Provides training for Individuals, Teams, Organizations
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    • Based in Nantwich, United Kingdom
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    Training Bytesize Ltd
    • Based in Nantwich, United Kingdom
    • Provides training for Individuals, Teams, Organizations
    The International Road Federation
    • Based in United States
    • Provides training for Individuals, Teams, Organizations
    PPP Training Online Pty Ltd
    • Based in Johannesburg, South Africa
    • Provides training for Individuals, Teams, Organizations
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    Testimonials

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    Amazing. It was an entirely new sphere of knowledge which I believe is required for all prospective public officers to understand the role of incentives in getting excellent project delivery and sustainability.

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    Abubakar Jibrin Abubakar
    Manager, Strategy and Coordination
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    I just conclude that every PPP practitioner should follow the certification program of CP3P at the initial stage of their career growth as it helps to clarify the concepts and PPP life cycle thoroughly.

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    Maryam Naseer
    Deputy Director Projects
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    It was a great thought-provoking journey around the PPP world that enabled me to become a part of international network of PPP professionals.

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    Yevhen Cherevykov
    Head of PPP Division at the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority
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    SFIA

    The SFIA Framework is the global common reference for skills and competency for the digital world.

    This APMG certification has been informally mapped against the SFIA Framework to indicate the skills that are addressed and referenced by the certification. Although it is not yet possible to claim this digital badge, the indicative skills can be used to plan your professional development through assessing the skills you have and the skills you need for the role you want.

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    CP3P Foundation

    CP3P Foundation

    SFIA elements this certification confirms (endorsement)

    Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 2

    SFIA elements this would be useful for (development)

    Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4

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    CP3P Preparation

    CP3P Preparation

    SFIA elements this certification confirms (endorsement)

    Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 3

    SFIA elements this would be useful for (development)

    Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4

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    CP3P Execution

    CP3P Execution

    SFIA elements this certification confirms (endorsement)

    Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 3

    SFIA elements this would be useful for (development)

    Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4


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    CP3P Foundation

    CP3P Foundation

    SFIA elements this certification confirms (endorsement)

    Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 2

    SFIA elements this would be useful for (development)

    Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4

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    CP3P Preparation

    CP3P Preparation

    SFIA elements this certification confirms (endorsement)

    Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 3

    SFIA elements this would be useful for (development)

    Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4

    SFIA badge knowledge
    CP3P Execution

    CP3P Execution

    SFIA elements this certification confirms (endorsement)

    Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 3

    SFIA elements this would be useful for (development)

    Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4

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    Most, if not all, of our certifications come with at least one Sample Exam to help participants prepare for their exam. Access to the Sample Exams can be located on our website.

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    • After booking, you'll receive a registration email to schedule your session through the Candidate Portal, with exams available 24/7.
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    • The structure of the examinations depends on the level of certification.
    • Generally, entry-level examinations (Foundation Certifications) have a range of 40 minutes to 60 minutes to complete a multiple-choice exam, which may include 40 to 60 questions.
    • Practitioner examinations can range from 90 minutes to 120 minutes with an average of 80 complex multiple-choice questions.
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