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. It seeks to provide participants with the basic knowledge, skills and tools necessary to ensure an effective and efficient procurement service, which will deliver value for money, manage procurement risks and ensure compliance with all national and EU procurement regulations.
Certificate in Public Procurement
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Delivery Method
A blend of distance eduaction and weekday workshops at the IPA in Dublin.
Entry Requirements
Applicants that do not have knowledge/experience of procurement must contact the IPA to determine their suitability for this programme. Interviews may be held.
Duration
One academic year
Accreditation
Place on NFQ
Level 6 (Special Purpose award)
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Commences
October 2019
Application Deadline
September 2019
Fees
€4,500 (includes all matriculation and examination fees), payable in two instalments.
Progression
Successful students can further their studies in public procurement with the Professional Diploma 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. It seeks to provide participants with the basic knowledge, skills and tools necessary to ensure an effective and efficient procurement service, which will deliver value for money, manage procurement risks and ensure compliance with all national and EU procurement regulations.
- 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
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CPP1 |
CPP2 |
CPP3 |
| Workshop 1 |
10 & 11 September 2019 |
3 & 4 December 2019 |
21 & 22 January 2020 |
| Workshop 2 |
15 & 16 October 2019 |
14 & 15 January 2020 |
25 & 26 February 2020 |
| Workshop 3 |
12 & 13 November 2019 |
4 & 5 February 2020 |
24 & 25 March 2020 |
| Workshop 4 |
10 & 11 December 2019 |
3 & 4 March 2020 |
28 & 29 April 2020 |
| Workshop 5 |
28 & 29 January 2020 |
5 & 6 May 2020 |
19 & 20 May 2020 |
| Workshop 6 |
10 March 2020 |
9 June 2020 |
9 June 2020 |
| Examination |
1 April 2020 |
24 June 2020 |
24 June 2020 |
- Prospectus
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Undergraduate Prospectus 2019 / 2020
Full details of IPA undergraduate programmes are also available in our prospectus, which can be viewed or downloaded here.
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