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SUMMARY:Certificate in Public Expenditure and Financial Management - 3 day Online Course
DESCRIPTION:Full Programme Details\n\nDay 1:Monday\, 12 October\nDay 2: Monday\, 19 October\nDay 3: Monday\, 2 November\nCPD: Institute of Commercial Management (ICM) Accredited\n\n\n  \nCourse Overview \nThe aim of this three day online course is to provide public sector employees with essential knowledge and skills in public financial procedures and control\, and to build their competence in important and essential aspects of financial management\, thereby enhancing their skill base in this area. \nThe course will focus on theory as well as practical financial management tasks that relate back to the workplace and attendees will go away with useful reference points for their work with the necessary skillset to apply it to their role. \nThe trainer will test knowledge gained and the ability to apply it. Participation and interaction will be encouraged by way of discussion and group exercises. This programme has been custom-designed for the public sector in Ireland. \nThe case studies that have been prepared for delegates to work with are based on relevant examples. \n  \nLearning Outcomes \nFollowing the successful completion of the course\, delegates will have acquired knowledge and developed skills and techniques which will give them the ability to perform financial functions for their organisations efficiently and well. \nOn completion of this course\, delegates will be able to: \nImprove their organisation’s finance function and performance both within the organisation and in an inter-organisational context \nInterpret and analyse a range of financial reports – including the cash basis of accounting along with asset registers and balance sheets \nDevelop financial planning and control functions \nStructure and prepare a budget \nControl and manage a budget \nEvaluate budget/programme performance against budget \nPrepare for a policy or expenditure review \nHave a good understanding of essential financial concepts and the framework within which the financial administration of the State operates in the public sector through the Oireachtas\, the Comptroller and Auditor General (C&AG)\, the Appropriation Accounts and the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) \nUnderstand the nature and determinants of the public finances and the Estimates and Budgetary Cycle. \n  \nCertification  \nThis course is accredited by the Institute of Commercial Management (ICM). Attendees will receive an ICM Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Training Award on successful completion of a short written assignment \n  \nTailored Training  \n\n\n\n\nAll of our open programmes can also be run on an in-house basis. For more information\, see our page on In-House Training. \n  \nBooking \nMultiple Delegate Discount \n\n3+ Delegates – 5% Discount\n5+ Delegates – 10% Discount\n10+ Delegates – 20% Discount \nTo avail of our multiple delegate discount for 3 or more delegates\, you must email registrations@pai.ie with the name and details of all those you wish to book. All those you wish to book on must be booked at the same time. \n\nFor 1 or 2 attendees\, manually enter in the number of tickets you wish to purchase below.
URL:https://pai.ie/events/certificate-in-public-expenditure-and-financial-management-3-day-online-course/
LOCATION:PAI Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Certificate Programmes,Public Financial Management and Procurement
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SUMMARY:Transforming the Procurement Function – Strategy\, Delivery & Sustainable Value
DESCRIPTION:Transformation is designed as part of a progressive procurement capability pathway and builds upon foundational learning provided through core public procurement programmes. This course focuses on developing practical\, applied skills relevant to the high complexity level and is suitable for both procurement professionals and business stakeholders. \nThe programme is grounded in real-world public sector challenges and aligns with Irish procurement practice\, including OGP guidance and EU Classic and Utilities Directives. Participants will explore how the discipline supports decision-making\, governance and value delivery across the procurement lifecycle. \nThe course emphasises practical application rather than theory\, equipping participants with tools\, frameworks and structured approaches that can be directly applied in their roles. It supports improved outcomes in areas such as compliance\, efficiency\, market engagement\, supplier management\, sustainability and innovation. \nThe content reflects current and emerging priorities including ESG\, digital procurement\, and the use of data and AI. It is particularly relevant for those seeking to deepen expertise in this area or to better collaborate with procurement functions. Overall\, the course contributes to building a more strategic\, informed and capable approach to procurement\, enabling organisations to move beyond transactional activity and deliver measurable value. \nCapability Framework Alignment: \n\n\nSupports Civil & Public Service Capability Framework through: Strategic thinking and decision-making\, Digital innovation and data utilisation\, Governance\, compliance and accountability\, Collaboration and stakeholder engagement\, Delivery\, performance and continuous improvement \n\nLearning Outcomes \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nApply a structured approach to TransformationPlan and deliver transformation initiatives using clear frameworks\, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy\, governance\, and change management principles.\nMake informed decisionsUse data\, stakeholder insights\, and impact assessments to guide decisions throughout the transformation lifecycle.\nImprove compliance\, efficiency\, and value deliveryEnsure alignment with regulatory and organisational requirements while driving sustainable improvements in performance\, efficiency\, and overall value.\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend \nThis series is suitable for: \n\nProcurement professionals\nBudget holders and contract managers\nProject and programme managers\nPolicy and operational staff involved in procurement\nSenior leaders responsible for delivery and governance
URL:https://pai.ie/events/transforming-the-procurement-function-strategy-delivery-sustainable-value/
LOCATION:Online\, Dublin\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Public Financial Management and Procurement,Public Procurement
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