Certificate in Public Procurement

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The Programme

The Certificate in Public Procurement is a comprehensive introduction to public procurement and focuses on best practice procurement in the public sector and the achievement of value for money within the context of Irish and European Union legislation. The course provides comprehensive detail on all aspects of the procurement process to professionals seeking to enhance their skill base in this important field. Participants obtain the core knowledge, skills and tools necessary to ensure an effective and efficient procurement service, one which will deliver value for money, manage procurement risks and ensure compliance with all national and EU procurement regulations.  The programme has a September and a January intake. 

Is This Programme for you?

The course is specifically designed for public sector officials engaged in the procurement of supplies, works and services. Participants should have a working knowledge of public sector procurement and should be involved at procurement at national or EU level.

Subjects

This Certificate has five modules.

Introduction: Rules and Concepts

• Principles and regulations 
• Defining contract types 
• Procedures 

Procurement Planning, Risk and Procedures

• Principles of good procurement
• Value for money
• Risk assessment and management

Tender Documentation

• Key documentation
• Request for tenders
• Tender receipt and opening

Evaluation, Award and Conclusion

• Award criteria
• Framework agreements
• Remedies legislation

Contract Management and Corporate Governance 

• Business Ethics & Corporate Governance 
• Debriefing 
• Contract Terms and Conditions

Assessment

Award of the Certificate is based on the successful completion of assignments, a work-based project and a final examination.

Seminar Dates

There are programme intakes in September and January. Seminars and webinars run from circa 09.30-16.00.

	September Intake (CPP1)	January Intake (CPP2)
In-person seminar	TBA	TBA
Online webinar	TBA	TBA
In-person seminar	TBA	TBA
Online webinar	TBA	TBA
In-person seminar	TBA	TBA
In-person seminar	TBA	TBA
In-person seminar	TBA	TBA
Online webinar	TBA	TBA
In-person seminar	TBA	TBA
Online webinar	TBA	TBA
In-person seminar	TBA	TBA

How To Apply

Please complete the online form below.  On submitting that, you will receive correspondence from the IPA on next steps/documentation.

Undergradutae Application

Delivery

This part-time programme is delivered through a blended learning model. Students attend classroom-based seminars and online webinars. They are supported in their studies by various online resources and bespoke course material.

Prospectus

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