Professional credentials assure customers, organizations leadership and business associations, that they are working with people who are knowledgeable and possess current competencies in their respective industries. Participants will receive a "stamp of excellence" which represents their ability, aptitude and distinction among their peers.
The Certified Public Procurement Specialist Program was designed to transform participants into subject matter experts in the field of public procurement by further developing the core knowledge, skills, and abilities that public procurement professionals require. Our goal is to use knowledge management and global best practices to give industry leaders, managers and government officials who are responsible for the procurement process, the confidence to direct teams to achieve the organizations' business goals through use of key procurement concepts, principles and policies to which contracting authorities are expected to adhere.
Minimum 3 years experience in procurement, contracting, or public administration / Proficiency in English / Access to computer with internet / Understanding of basic procurement principles / Commitment to complete all assignments and final examination
Public Procurement Handbook / E-Procurement Systems Guide / Contract Design Templates / Compliance Monitoring Toolkit / Case Study Workbooks / Digital Learning Portal Access / Strategic Action Plan Framework / Anti-Corruption Guidelines
Directors and Senior Level Managers in Public Management / Managers of Regulatory Agencies and Commissions / Executives and Policy makers from public and private enterprises / Directors and Managers of Training and Development in Public Procurement / Directors and Managers of Strategic Planning and Contract Management / Industry Leaders in Telecommunications, Finance, Banking, Utility firms, Consumer Groups and Government / Procurement Officers and Contract Managers / Public Sector Administration Leaders
The objective of this course is to enable public procurement professionals to effectively understand and overcome governance issues, manage ethical issues and anticipate disruptive changes while working towards the creation of transformational change in order to influence the future of the organizations, companies, and communities in today's public procurement environments. It focuses on seven public procurement best practices which offer a proven methodology that enables effective public procurement management.
Participants who successfully complete all course modules, case studies, strategic action plan, and comprehensive essay examination will receive the Certified Public Procurement Specialist (CPPS) certification. This credential represents a "stamp of excellence" demonstrating advanced competency in public procurement management and strategic planning.
