Certification preparation
CP3P The APMG Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Certification Program in Zurich
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A 3-day course on the PPP lifecycle with practical exercises, case work and exam practice to prepare for the CP3P certification.
THE BIG PICTURE
About this course
The CP3P certification is awarded by APMG International and is based on the PPP Guide developed by multilateral development banks. It recognises knowledge of the end-to-end public–private partnerships lifecycle across Foundation, Preparation and Execution levels. Across three days, the course covers PPP concepts, governance and legal frameworks, project identification and appraisal, commercial structuring and procurement, and contract management. Participants work through a consistent case study, build key artefacts (screening note, risk matrix, outline payment mechanism), and complete exam-style question sets and a full mock exam. Each CP3P level has a separate exam administered by APMG International. Candidates typically sit the levels in sequence and can book exams directly with APMG or via an APMG Accredited Training Organisation. The course includes guidance on scheduling and sitting the exam. APMG International owns the certification scheme. MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner.
What you’ll learn
- Explain the PPP rationale, key stakeholders and governance requirements
- Interpret legal and regulatory considerations affecting PPP projects
- Apply project identification, screening and appraisal techniques
- Assess Value for Money, affordability and fiscal implications
- Develop risk allocation approaches and outline commercial structures
- Plan procurement, evaluation and contract finalisation activities
- Outline approaches for contract management, performance and change
- Practise CP3P-style questions and create a personal exam study plan
A CLEAR PATH FORWARD
3-day course agenda
3 instructor-led days (24 contact hours) mapped to the exam domains. Each day combines short concept sessions, hands-on practice on a running case study and exam-style questions.
- Learning route
- 3 recommended days
- Practical work
- 3 guided activities
- Finish with
- Mock exam + certification exam
Take a look at each day. Open a section to see the topics and practical work.
Day 1Foundation: PPP concepts and project identificationPPP concepts, governance, legal frameworks, and early-stage appraisal
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–09:30 · Welcome, course objectives, and pre-assessment
- 09:30–10:45 · PPP concepts, public interest tests, and institutional roles
- 11:00–12:15 · Governance, legal and regulatory frameworks for PPPs
- 13:15–14:30 · Project identification, screening, and PPP suitability
- 14:45–15:45 · Value for Money, affordability, and fiscal risk basics
- 16:00–17:00 · Risk analysis and allocation principles across the lifecycle
- 17:00–17:30 · Exam-style practice questions and debrief
Put it into practice
Using a provided case, map service needs to PPP suitability and draft a one-page screening note with rationale. Teams present their screening decision and key assumptions.
You’ll take away
Completed PPP project screening worksheet
Day 2Preparation: structuring, appraisal and procurement planningAppraisal, commercial structuring, risk allocation, and procurement strategy
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–09:20 · Day 1 recap and Q&A
- 09:20–10:45 · Pre-feasibility, options analysis, and appraisal approach
- 11:00–12:15 · Demand, revenue, and economic/financial appraisal concepts
- 13:15–14:30 · Commercial structuring and payment mechanisms
- 14:45–15:45 · Procurement strategy, market sounding, and bidder engagement
- 16:00–17:00 · Drafting tender documents and evaluation criteria
- 17:00–17:30 · Exam-style practice questions and debrief
Put it into practice
Build a risk allocation matrix and outline a payment mechanism for the case, using prompts and data tables. Translate findings into inputs for procurement strategy.
You’ll take away
Risk allocation matrix and outline payment mechanism
Day 3Execution: procurement, award and contract managementBid evaluation, award, financial close, and contract management
What we’ll cover
- 09:00–09:20 · Day 2 recap and Q&A
- 09:20–10:45 · Bid evaluation, best and final offers, and award processes
- 11:00–12:15 · Contract finalisation, financial close, and handover to operations
- 13:15–14:15 · Contract management, performance regimes, and change control
- 14:15–15:15 · Monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder communications
- 15:30–16:30 · Mock exam (mixed CP3P-style objective questions)
- 16:30–17:30 · Mock exam debrief and exam booking guidance
Put it into practice
Evaluate simplified bidder submissions using sample criteria and score sheets. Draft a short contract management plan focusing on KPIs and reporting.
You’ll take away
Mock exam report and personal exam booking checklist
Bring it all together
Certification exam: CP3P Foundation, Preparation, and Execution examinations, awarded by APMG International. Confirm the current exam format with the awarding body when you book. Every attendee also receives a MindClick certificate of completion for 24 contact hours.
What you receive
You earn two separate credentials. The sample shows the MindClick training certificate.
- MindClick certificate of completion: 3 days, 24 contact hours, issued to every attendee who completes the course.
- CP3P Foundation, Preparation, and Execution examinations: issued by APMG International when you meet its requirements and pass the exam.
Before you choose your learning route
Session timings are indicative; the trainer may adjust them for the group. Exam details reflect the awarding body’s published information at the time of writing; confirm the current version when you book.
APMG International owns this certification scheme. MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner of APMG International.
Fees
| Delivery format | Fee per learner | Exam fee |
|---|---|---|
| Live online | $2,800 USD ≈ €2,485 |
Included |
| Classroom | $4,500 USD ≈ €3,995 |
Included |
Local amounts are indicative only, converted at the rate captured on 2026-10-02. You are charged in USD and your bank sets the final rate.
One awarding-body certification exam attempt is included in the training fee. Confirm the current fee, any applicable tax and what the fee covers in writing before you pay.
Prerequisites
- APMG sets the following prerequisites: none for Foundation; a Foundation pass is required for the Preparation exam; a Preparation pass is required for the Execution exam. Bring a laptop for exercises and a valid photo ID for any exam booking; a basic calculator is recommended.
Who is this course for?
- Public sector employees.
- Professionals and their advisers or consultants.
- Private sector roles, such as developers, contractors, investors and financiers.
- Individuals who are involved in the development or implementation of PPP structures.
- Individuals who are involved in the structuring and tendering of PPP projects.
- Professionals interested in improving public-private partnerships.
FIND YOUR START
Confirmed batch starts
Choose a published start, then review your offer in the same enrollment flow. A start date is not the full timetable or a seat reservation.
Choose your country & monthStarts
- Training location
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Local timezone
- Europe/Zurich
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Local timezone
- Europe/Zurich
Venue and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Local timezone
- Europe/Zurich
Venue and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Local timezone
- Europe/Zurich
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Local timezone
- Europe/Zurich
Joining details and full session timetable to be supplied.
Starts
- Training location
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Local timezone
- Europe/Zurich
Venue and full session timetable to be supplied.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the course?
3 days, 24 contact hours, normally 09:00 to 17:30 with breaks. The agenda follows the exam domains and the final day includes a mock exam.
Is the exam included?
Yes. Outside India the fee includes one certification exam attempt. Retakes are booked and paid directly with the awarding body.
What does this course cost?
Outside India this 3-day course is listed at USD 2,800 per learner for live online delivery and USD 4,500 for classroom delivery. Both fees include one certification exam attempt. Pricing for India is confirmed separately by an advisor. Taxes and the final offer are confirmed in writing before you pay.
Are there prerequisites?
APMG sets the following prerequisites: none for Foundation; a Foundation pass is required for the Preparation exam; a Preparation pass is required for the Execution exam. Bring a laptop for exercises and a valid photo ID for any exam booking; a basic calculator is recommended.
What certificate will I receive?
Two credentials. MindClick issues a certificate of completion for 24 contact hours to every attendee. APMG International issues the CP3P Foundation, Preparation, and Execution examinations certification when you pass the exam and meet its requirements.
Is MindClick an accredited training partner for this certification?
MindClick provides training and exam preparation and is not an accredited or authorised partner of APMG International; APMG International administers the CP3P exams.
Where is classroom training delivered?
Singapore and Dubai are the priority classroom markets for this catalog. Classroom delivery is also available in the other listed countries, and live online delivery is available everywhere. Venues are confirmed per booking; a listed city is a training market, not an owned campus.
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