Day 1: Wednesday, September 9th | In person |
Day 2: Thursday, September 10th | In person |
Day 3: Tuesday, September 15th | Online |
Day 4: Wednesday, September 16th | Online |
Day 5: Wednesday, September 30th | Online |
Day 6: Wednesday, October 7th | Online |
Day 7: Tuesday, October 13th | Online |
Day 8: Wednesday, October 21st| Online Assessment Day (Group Presentation)
Accreditation: Institute of Commercial Management
Please note that this is a blended programme and the first two in person dates will take place in a Dublin City Centre venue (Grand Canal Hotel, D4).
All remaining dates will take place online.
About this Programme
PAI’s 8 day certificate programme provides learners with a comprehensive introduction to Strategic Public Procurement. Delivered both live and online to public sector executives seeking to professionalize and enhance their knowledge of procurement law and strategy, our programme highlights the key part this profession plays in driving progress beyond the traditional pillars (value, quality, and transparency) and adopting new pillars such as strategic and green procurement.
The modules for this certificate are current, topical and tailored specifically to align with Governments objectives, to reduce the impact on the environment, enhance sustainability, and increase accessibility by incorporating Social Considerations into the Public Procurement process. PAI’s panel of trainers, industry leaders and guest public sector speakers will share their expert insights, case studies and open key discussions on current opportunities and challenges relevant to the public procurement professional.
This programme is essential for public sector employees, employees working within commercial semi states and local government sector who have or expect to be given responsibility for procurement projects.
Programme Structure
Topics Covered
Our certificate programme topics will be addressed by a variety of industry experts and interesting speakers. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of Irish and EU procurement rules, guidelines and regulations and the public procurement regulatory regime including:
- The current directives
- Policy guidelines
- Legal Developments
- Strategic Procurement
- Evaluating the Value to Risk
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Overview of the Infrastructure Guidelines
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Green Procurement and the Circular Economy
- Supply Chain Resilience
- Tender evaluation and contract award
- Procurement Disputes
- Court decisions
- Bid rigging
Learning Outcomes
Who should attend ?
The intended audience are both public sector employees and employees from the private sector who have or expect to be given responsibility for procurement projects. No previous training or special skills in procurement or finance are required or expected. Managers or supervisors with procurement responsibilities who would like to update their knowledge and skills and achieve a qualification in this area will also benefit. The course focuses on procurement of goods and services including IT and consultancy. The course offers offers participants valuable opportunities to network with colleagues and our panel of expert speakers while supporting good peer learning from across the public and private sector. A practical industry ready programme, this certificate programme is always very popular amongst our clients and a great platform for anyone involved in public procurement.
Testimonials
Assessment
Each participant is assessed on the basis of coursework and an online group presentation on the last day. They will be required to demonstrate their uptake of skills and knowledge on all of the course modules. Participants must pass the group presentation on the last day of the course and complete the two course assignments in order to receive their certificate award. Assessment includes two case studies and an online group presentation. Learners will receive a Professional Development (CPD) certificate on successful completion of the course including attendance, coursework assessments and the final exam.
Multiple Delegate Discount
Limited Places Available – book early to avoid disappointment.
- 3+ Delegates – 5% Discount
- 5+ Delegates – 10% Discount
- 10+ Delegates – 15% Discount
To 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. For 1 or 2 attendees, manually enter in the number of tickets you wish to purchase below.
