Training Course on PPP Institutional Strengthening and Policy Design

Module 1: Introduction to PPP Institutional Strengthening
Importance of institutional capacity in PPP success
Key functions of PPP units, agencies, and coordinating bodies
Organizational structures and resource requirements for effective PPP management
Case study: Successful PPP institutional frameworks globally
Discussion: Common institutional challenges and solutions in emerging economies

Module 2: PPP Policy Design and Enabling Environment
Principles of PPP policy formulation and legal support
Regulatory frameworks, standard contracts, and guidelines
Incentives, risk-sharing, and governance mechanisms for private sector participation
Workshop: Drafting a PPP policy framework aligned with national priorities
Best practices in creating a conducive investment environment for PPPs

Module 3: Governance and Oversight Mechanisms
Internal governance structures and roles of oversight bodies
Decision-making processes, approval hierarchies, and accountability mechanisms
Monitoring, evaluation, and performance assessment of PPP projects
Exercise: Designing governance and oversight frameworks for a PPP portfolio
Case study: Lessons from well-governed PPP institutions

Module 4: Capacity Building for PPP Units
Human resource development: skills, training, and competencies required
Knowledge management and institutional learning in PPPs
Tools and technology for operational efficiency in PPP units
Workshop: Developing a capacity-building plan for a PPP institution
Discussion: Strategies for sustaining institutional knowledge

Module 5: Legal and Regulatory Frameworks for PPPs
Aligning policies with legal and regulatory requirements
Standardization of contracts and procedures for risk management
Ensuring compliance and transparency in PPP project approval
Exercise: Reviewing and strengthening the legal framework for PPPs
Lessons from policy and legal reforms supporting successful PPP programs

Module 6: Policy Implementation and Stakeholder Engagement
Strategies for effective policy rollout and stakeholder communication
Engaging public agencies, private investors, and civil society in PPP design
Managing conflicts, expectations, and collaborative decision-making
Workshop: Designing a stakeholder engagement and policy implementation plan
Case study: Effective PPP policy implementation in emerging economies

Module 7: Global Best Practices and Institutional Roadmap
International case studies of successful PPP institutions and policies
Developing a roadmap for institutional strengthening and policy reforms
Capstone Project: Designing an institutional and policy framework for a sector-specific PPP program
Emerging trends: digital governance, integrated policy frameworks, and multi-sectoral PPP coordination
Recommendations for sustainable and resilient PPP institutional development