About CP3P Certification
Overview
CP3P Training and Certifications
Benefits of CP3P Certification
For Individuals
- Demonstrate a solid understanding of PPP principles, processes and best practises.
- Leverage a shared lexicon (PPP terminology) used worldwide and enhance cross-team collaboration.
- Follow a structured learning path that guides professionals through the design of a PPP project, its implementation and the management of associated contracts.
- Increase the likelihood of developing and implementing a successful PPP program that delivers the right projects effectively and efficiently.
- Pass all three examinations and demonstrate the necessary skills to achieve successful PPP project outcomes with the CP3P credential.
For Organizations
- Guides organizations on how to access and attract more international investors.
- Improves understanding of internationally recognized good practices which helps businesses access new markets more successfully.
- Provides private sector employees of PPPs with an appropriate understanding of the motivations, objectives, and concerns of future public partners, i.e. governments.
- Gives a standardized framework for the delivery of PPP projects worldwide which provides clarity and consistency.
- Increases capacity to deliver successful PPP infrastructure projects, ensuring fewer projects fail to meet requirements or expectations.
Useful links
Useful links
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The APMG PPP Certification Program Official Website
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The PPP Certification Guide
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Free Online Training Course for the APMG PPP Certification Program
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Become an Accredited Training Organization (ATO) for the APMG PPP Certification…
Documentation
Documentation
Study materials
Study materials
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CP3P Certification levels
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Testimonials
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.
I just conclude that every PPP practitioner should follow the certification program of CP3P at the initial stage of their career growth as it helps to clarify the concepts and PPP life cycle thoroughly.
It was a great thought-provoking journey around the PPP world that enabled me to become a part of international network of PPP professionals.
SFIA
This APMG certification has been informally mapped against the SFIA Framework to indicate the skills that are addressed and referenced by the certification. Although it is not yet possible to claim this digital badge, the indicative skills can be used to plan your professional development through assessing the skills you have and the skills you need for the role you want.
knowledge
CP3P Foundation
Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 2
Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4
knowledge
CP3P Preparation
Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 3
Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4
knowledge
CP3P Execution
Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 3
Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4
knowledge
CP3P Foundation
Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 2
Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4
knowledge
CP3P Preparation
Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 3
Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4
knowledge
CP3P Execution
Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 3
Same as above plus Sourcing up to level 5, Investment Appraisal level 4
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FAQs
Candidates who complete all three exams are awarded the globally recognised CP3P credential which is endorsed by the Consultative Committee. This support along with collaboration with the Asian Development Bank, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the Inter-American Development Bank, the Islamic Development Bank and the World Bank Group (WBG) points to its potential for global acceptance.
The audience for the Certification Program includes individuals working on PPPs or individuals interested in learning about PPPs, regardless of discipline or sector. Some previous knowledge or experience in the topics covered in the PPP Guide, related to PPPs in general will be advantageous, but lack of experience should not prevent anyone from taking part in the Certification Program.
Anyone can apply to take the exams leading to gaining the CP3P credential, however in order to be eligible to take the Preparation and Execution exams, you must have already passed the Foundation exam.
The PPP Certification Program Guide (the PPP Guide) compiles good practices in the PPP industry and is organized into eight modules that reflect the stages a PPP project lifecycle. It was written by a team of experts, chosen for their experience in PPP programs and projects in the target markets. Authors are listed on this website.
Contents of the PPP Guide have been peer reviewed by a wide group of PPP practitioners and leaders with relevant expertise. It will be updated periodically to reflect the needs, opinions, lessons and changing culture of the industry it serves. There is no need to get recertified every time the PPP Guide is updated.
This PPP Guide compiles good PPP practices from a wide variety of regions and sectors and provides the basis for courses and examinations. This publication has undergone a robust peer review process. It was reviewed by a panel comprising a wide range of PPP practitioners and MDBs covering all regions and sectors.
The Foundation exam covers chapter 1 of the PPP Guide: Introduction and Overview, including Appendix A and the Glossary. This is a compulsory module and exam in order to proceed to next stages.
The Preparation exam covers chapters 2 to chapter 5 (sections 1 to 5.8 and section 9.9 of chapter 5 only); and
The Execution exam covers chapters 5 to chapter 8.
The Foundation exam is available in English, Albanian, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, French, Japanese, Latin American Spanish, Romanian, Russian, Ukrainian, Serbian and Vietnamese.
The Preparation exam is available in English, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, Latin American Spanish and Russian.
The Execution exam is available in English, Chinese and Russian.
- Provisional results: After completing the Foundation examination, candidates may receive provisional results either orally from the invigilator or on-screen at the end of an online exam.
- Official results: Once processed, official results, including a PDF breakdown of marks by syllabus area, are available in the APMG Candidate Portal. Results are issued as the total number of marks achieved.
- Processing time: Exam papers are usually marked immediately after the exam. APMG formally processes and confirms results via the Candidate Portal within 2 working days of receiving completed papers.
- Outstanding payments: In exceptional cases, results may be withheld until full payment has been received.
Once you’ve been notified that you’ve passed your exam, you will have the option to create a digital badge in APMG's Candidate Portal.
Visit APMG's Candidate Portal, view your exam results and select 'Create Badge'.
This takes you to the Credly website where the digital badges are hosted. You will be guided through the Credly account creation process.
Once you have created an account with Credly, log into the account and accept your pending badge.
Candidates will be able to claim their digital badge and electronic certificate from the APMG Candidate Portal within two business days of their exam result being issued.
If you are sitting the examination through an Accredited Training Organization, the cost of the exam is generally included in the course fee. Please ensure you confirm with your training provider that the exam is included in these costs.
If you have selected a self-study option, please note that APMG-International uses a global pricing model for all exams. The examination fees for candidates attending a public exam centre are determined by the location where the exams are administered.
To find out the costs in your region, please refer to our examination portal or contact the APMG-International Service Desk (servicedesk@apmg-international.com).