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Here's why everyone is taking the APMG CP³P training and certification
Our CP³P certification scheme, developed in partnership with the world bank, has been growing from strength to strength over the last decade, recently cascading into a certification and exam taken by over 12,000 individuals.
After hitting the 10,000 exams mark last year, we decided to create a campaign to celebrate. This campaign showcased testimonials from our CP³P Foundation candidates, as well as testimonials from trainers and accredited training organizations that facilitate the teaching of the CP³P scheme, detailing the benefits it has had on both them and their students.
CP³P testimonials from candidates
In a survey conducted between 2022 - 2023, we asked CP³P Foundation candidates to tell us about their experience with our CP³P certification scheme.
Here are examples of just some of the feedback:
"Career boosting." - Diana, Business Strategist
“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.” - Abubakar, Manager, Strategy and Coordination
“Enhanced my confidence and skill in practicing PPP projects." - Hajayand, Municipal Economist
“Every PPP practitioner should take the CP ³P certification program at the initial stage of their career as it helps to clarify the concepts and PPP life cycle thoroughly." - Maryam, Deputy Director Projects
It was a great thought-provoking journey around the PPP world that enabled me to become part of international network of PPP professionals.” - Yevhen, Head of PPP Division at the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority
"Excellent, has strengthened my capacity to manage projects.” - Martin, Deputy Technical Manager
"Helpful in securing jobs in a very competitive industry." - Teodoro, Freelance Transport Planning & PPP Specialist
"It’s a great experience and its played an important role in developing my skills, and put me on the right career path." - Eiad, Financial Analyst
Testimonials from trainers & ATOs (accredited training organizations)
" When you are delivering CP ³P training you can see the light bulb moments when participants realise what PPP really is and how it differs from more traditional forms of public sector procurement. It enables participants to understand not only the benefits but also the difficulties associated with PPP procurements, and as a trainer it is one of those courses where you feel you are making a real difference, enabling people across continents to work together using a common approach thereby facilitating the success of PPP projects in the future. This is a course that everybody involved in complex procurements should undertake, from politicians to procurement experts, funders and financiers. It would also be of benefit to those involved in education and health based CSOs as well as others. I hope that in years to come participants will remember the usefulness of this training and recommend it to others." - Maurice, Trainer, Training ByteSize
"I have had the opportunity to deliver multiple CP ³P course at all its three levels for public and private sectors in several countries all around the world. The benefit of these courses were not only the many friends that I found throughout the world and many lessons that I learned, but also the firm belief that having a “common language” built by the CP ³P program is very crucial for PPP projects with many stakeholders involved globally." - Hossein Nourzad, PhD, CP3 P Accredited Trainer, Training ByteSize
"The CP ³P Program became, more quickly than I expected, a “must have” in the professional route of those working with infrastructure projects in Brazil. Even in relation to topics where our specific national rules distance us from the lessons provided by the PPP Guide, the value that can be captured by increasing one’s field of view and enabling reflection is very clear. There were many Brazilians who decided to familiarise themselves with the CP ³P program, and we have an important influence in relation to this milestone that the international CP ³P community is now celebrating. And, certainly, our national infrastructure market benefi ted greatly from this. It is diffi cult to find any PPP unit in the country, of any minimally structured subnational government, that does not have at least one certified professional. PPPs are increasingly part of the reality of governments in Brazil and the CP ³P program, to the same extent, is increasingly an obvious choice for capacity building for those who deal (or want to) with private investment in public infrastructure and services." - Radar PPP
"The CP ³ P Foundation Course was overwhelmingly received and perceived by candidates as extremely valuable, practical and providing the basis for future practitioners to start their journey as PPP specialists. The course outline and structure provides a comprehensive overview and prepares candidates for the more detailed course material. The extent to which successful candidates express their desire to continue to pursue the next CP ³P courses underlines this view. As a trainer, it is of great value to share concepts, terminology, theory and practical examples that are regarded to be of an international standard and internationally understood and practiced. The material also allows trainers to concretize theoretical concepts to become “real” through the use of relevant examples and lessons learnt." - Kevin Abrahams, PPP Training Online
"Throughout the delivery of numerous exams, we have witnessed novice professionals embark on their careers, and seasoned professionals have sought to formalize their knowledge through this program. Throughout the years, the Foundation program has become a cornerstone of our training services, consistently ranking as one of the most requested programs. It has proven to be an invaluable starting point in the development of our comprehensive capacity development framework." - Toraza Zentih, CP3 P Accredited Training Organization
"As a recent certified trainer on the APMG PPP Foundation, I was privileged to offer the course to a group of public sector officials in Cameroon. The breadth and depth of the Foundation course was a catalyst to fruitful debates among the participants in relation to the practical application of PPP in the local context. The Foundation course provided the participants the rigor and analytical tools to not only establish a robust PPP framework as well as assess and evaluate a PPP transaction." - Aristide Tekeu, Trainer, PPP Training Online
"The collaborative and insightful training approach, combined with real-world case studies and Indonesian context, ensures that participants not only grasp theoretical concepts but also gain practical insights. As a training organization, it is with immense pride that we continue to offer this program, knowing that it contributes signifi cantly to the professional development of individuals involved in PPP projects." - Andre Permana, Accredited Trainer - Business Director, PT Penjaminan Infrastruktur Indonesia
"As an APMG accredited CP3 P trainer, the APMG CP3 P training materials and QMS are very helpful and facilitate me in delivering the material in a structured manner so that the trainees can absorb information optimally, discussions run smoothly, and experience sharing can enrich the insights of both participants and trainers on PPP implementation in the context of Indonesia and best practices in the world." - Shiddarta, Lead Trainer ATO, PT Penjaminan Infrastruktur Indonesia
"In my opinion, to reap the benefi ts of PPPs, it is the fi nest tool to create awareness regarding best practices amongst professionals in government....” ... “I have witnessed a positive shift in attitude towards PPPs in professionals having undergone the CP3 P course." - Amandeep Singh Virk, PPP Specialist (ST Consultant) at The World Bank
"Overall, I truly think that the CP3P certification program, and this 10,000 threshold demonstrates it has made and will continue to make a real contribution to the development of the PPP markets around the word." - Jean Alexandre Blanchard, Director – Opening to Competition of the Regional and Urban Railway Sector at Île-de-France Mobilités
"Training Bytesize’s APMG CP3P accreditation program has consistently delivered exceptional results globally, our courses running last year across Europe, India, Bangladesh, UAE, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. Our program not only boasts high pass rates but also stands out for its profound impact on participants’ understanding of PPPs. This accreditation equips professionals to make substantial contributions to PPP projects. The positive feedback received underscores the program’s effectiveness, showcasing how it not only imparts crucial skills but also fosters a deeper appreciation for PPP initiatives. We have found that APMG CP3 P training is an invaluable investment for our clients old and new, and we continue to see the accreditation grow as more companies continue to adopt it worldwide." - James Kinch, Country Manager, Training ByteSize
"We’re privileged to be involved in the program’s delivery to Indonesian participants, imparting knowledge and fostering a deep understanding of PPP principles in an international context. This program allows me, as a trainer, to have a deeper understanding of PPP international best practice, integrating that with Indonesian local context to ensure the positive infl uence and impact to our participants and their roles in the PPP ecosystem." - Pratomo Ismujatmika, Accredited Trainer – Deputy Director of Business, PT Penjaminan Infrastruktur Indonesia
"Knowing that the participant was eager to know about the international best practice while sharing their real experience is exciting for me. Thus, on every APMG training session that I had, I always gained new insights on PPP implementation in Indonesia." - Novie Andriani, Accredited Trainer – Policy Planner, Ministry of National Development Planning, PT Penjaminan Infrastruktur Indonesia
"The CP3P Foundation Course was overwhelmingly received and perceived by candidates as extremely valuable, practical and providing the basis for future practitioners to start their journey as PPP specialists. The course outline and structure provides a comprehensive overview and prepares candidates for the more detailed course material. The extent to which successful candidates express their desire to continue to pursue the next CP3 P courses underlines this view. As a trainer, it is of great value to share concepts, terminology, theory and practical examples that are regarded to be of an international standard and internationally understood and practiced. The material also allows trainers to concretize theoretical concepts to become “real” through the use of relevant examples and lessons learnt." - Kevin Abrahams, PPP Training Online
"As a PPP professional, practicing Public Private Partnerships for nearly 25 years, I am extremely passionate about this subject as I believe, when PPPs are properly executed they are extremely benefi cial to governments and societies. Being one of the authors, chief examiner and a trainer for the CP3 P course, I am extremely excited to share my knowledge and experience with fellow colleagues that are equally passionate. However, training is not just about imparting knowledge; it’s about igniting a spark of innovation, fostering collaboration, and propelling everyone towards collective success. With each session, it’s not just shaping minds; it’s about sculpting a dynamic team capable of conquering challenges with unwavering determination. With every lesson learned, every skill honed, and every barrier overcome, we are crafting a legacy of empowerment, where each individual shines brighter, fuelled by the collective brilliance of the team." - Irina Unkovski, PPP Training Online
"The Secretary of Public-Private Investments, Pablo Cevallos, highlighted the signifi cant progress made by the Government of Ecuador in the economic and employment generation areas. Cevallos emphasized the approval of the Economic Effi ciency and Employment Generation Law by the National Assembly on December 19, 2023 as a transcendental milestone for the country. The law, among other measures, strengthens the mechanism for improving infrastructure through public-private partnerships (PPPs), considered as the ideal modality to close the gaps necessary for development. In the second half of 2023, Ecuador, through the Public-Private Investment Secretariat, began the challenge of training a fi rst group of public servants in the management of PPP projects through the APMG Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Certification Program (CP3P)®. Specifi cally, 90 public servants were trained at the “Foundation” level, which represents a signifi cant advance in professional development and in the possibility of successfully completing projects. In this regard, Secretary Cevallos emphasized that the initiative highlights Ecuador’s commitment to following international best practices and ensuring the success and continuity of the public-private partnership mechanism for the country’s sustainable development." - Pablo Cevallos, Secretary (Head) of the Public-Private Investment Secretariat of Ecuador
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