Name: Preparation Course for Certified PPP Professional (CP3P) Level 2
SKU: CP3P-P-AU

The Certified Public-Private Partnership Professional (CP3P) Level 2 Preparation course builds on the knowledge gained at Foundation level, developing the practical skills required to prepare, assess and structure successful Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects.

Designed for professionals involved in infrastructure planning, procurement and project delivery, this course explores the critical preparation phase of the PPP lifecycle. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of how projects are identified, appraised and developed, while learning how governance, commercial considerations, risk allocation and procurement strategies contribute to successful project outcomes.

Throughout the course, you’ll explore internationally recognised PPP best practice and learn how these principles can be applied to complex infrastructure projects across sectors including transport, healthcare, education, energy, water and social infrastructure.

The CP3P Preparation qualification is particularly valuable for professionals working within government agencies, infrastructure organisations, engineering consultancies, financial institutions, legal practices and advisory services who are responsible for supporting or managing Public-Private Partnership projects.

Successfully completing the CP3P Preparation examination represents the second stage of the internationally recognised Certified Public-Private Partnership Professional programme. Learners who complete all three CP3P certification levels, Foundation, Preparation and Execution, are awarded the prestigious CP3P Professional credential from APMG International, demonstrating advanced knowledge of globally recognised Public-Private Partnership best practice.

Whether you’re looking to progress your career in infrastructure, strengthen your understanding of PPP project preparation or work towards achieving full CP3P Professional status, this course provides the practical knowledge and confidence to take the next step.

The CP3P Level 2 Preparation Course will enable you to demonstrate an understanding of how to apply and tailor the established procedures, roles and institutional responsibilities that determine how the government selects, implements and manages PPP projects, as outlined in the PPP Guide.

On this CP3P Level 2 Preparation Course you will learn how to:

Offer relevant insights in discussions about the value and importance of having a PPP Framework, its objectives and scope, and what it should include
Recognise ways to establish a PPP Framework in different jurisdictions, taking account of existing legal and administrative traditions, and offer alternative approaches
Use an understanding of how the Framework guides each stage of a typical PPP Process to propose and evaluate its application to a given governmental context
Identify the government roles and responsibilities within a PPP Process, and provide insight on how they can be allocated effectively between various government agencies and their Advisors
Help others understand the principles and techniques that enable responsible public financial management of PPPs, and suggest ways to ensure appropriate oversight and transparency of PPP Programs
Help to evaluate whether a project offers sufficient economic benefit to proceed and is technically sound, considering its environmental and social impact
Support the screening of a PPP project with insight into how to avoid the risk of allocating resources into the analysis and structuring of a non-feasible PPP project
Help to define a project management plan and communication plan, ensuring all stakeholders are considered
Support the main activities required to detail the scope of a PPP Project, and help to define its technical requirements and assess technical risks
Use the basic techniques and good practices to help produce a series of feasibility assessments of the technical, commercial, economic, environmental, social, legal, and fiscal dimensions of a project, as well as identify and understand the main issues and risks associated with the decision to procure the PPP project including how to conduct a Value for Money assessment

The CP3P Level 2 Preparation Course is aimed at individuals involved in the development or implementation of PPP Frameworks or the initiation and preparation of PPP projects, mostly public sector officials, practitioners and their advisors or consultants.

Specialists involved in all phases of PPP projects – including public sector employees, advisers, and financial and legal experts, among many others – will benefit tremendously from pursuit of the CP3P credential. Individuals possessing the credential signal their expertise in PPP practice, which gives organisations employing these qualified professionals greater credibility in the marketplace by demonstrating the technical competence of those assigned to PPP initiatives.

The benefits of studying the CP3P Level 2 Preparation Course are better working practices and common standards and knowledge across the organisation and supply chain, plus:

The qualification standardises best practice across the globe
Provides a road map or method through managing PPP projects
Ensure you are aligned with acknowledged standards in PPP
Learn the common language of PPP so the whole supply chain uses a uniform language
Be recognised as a leader in promoting standards in PPP
Work in an established and structured approach with supporting templates
Includes elements of finance to help with procurement
Ideal for construction projects

At the end of the course you will take a 2 ½ hour exam to test whether you have achieved a sufficient understanding of how to apply and tailor PPP Frameworks and PPP Project Identification, Screening, Appraisal and Preparation Processes in a given governmental context.

Complex multiple choice
4 questions – 20 question items per question, each worth one mark
40 marks required to pass (out of 80 available) – 50%
2½ hours duration
Open book (PPP Guide only)

APMG’s Certification Program comprises three exams; a Foundation exam and two Practitioner level exams with the Foundation exam a pre-requisite for the higher level exams. Successful candidates for each exam will be awarded a certificate and a digital badge.

Candidates can take one or both of the Practitioner exams in any order, however taking the Preparation exam before the Execution exam follows the lifecycle of a PPP. Candidates who have passed all three exams will be entitled to use the CP3P credential.

The Certified Public-Private Partnership Professional (CP3P) Preparation course builds on your Foundation knowledge, helping you develop the practical skills needed to support the planning, appraisal and preparation of successful Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects.

Whether you’re working in government, infrastructure, engineering, finance, procurement or project advisory, this qualification provides valuable knowledge that can be applied throughout the early stages of complex infrastructure projects.

By completing the CP3P Preparation course, you’ll benefit from:

Develop Practical PPP Expertise

Move beyond the fundamentals and gain a deeper understanding of how Public-Private Partnership projects are prepared, assessed and structured before procurement begins.

Strengthen Project Appraisal Skills

Learn how infrastructure projects are evaluated through feasibility studies, Value for Money assessments, affordability analysis and commercial planning, enabling better-informed project decisions.

Improve Procurement and Commercial Knowledge

Develop an understanding of procurement strategies, commercial structures and contract planning that help create successful partnerships between the public and private sectors.

Understand Risk Allocation

Explore how risks are identified, assessed and allocated between project partners, helping improve project outcomes while supporting effective governance and long-term project performance.

Build Skills for Australia’s Infrastructure Sector

As Australia continues to invest in transport, healthcare, education, energy and social infrastructure, professionals with practical PPP knowledge are increasingly valued across both government and industry.

Enhance Your Professional Credibility

CP3P Preparation demonstrates your commitment to internationally recognised Public-Private Partnership best practice and helps strengthen your professional profile within the infrastructure and project delivery sectors.

Prepare for Advanced PPP Responsibilities

Develop the confidence to contribute to project preparation, procurement planning and infrastructure decision-making while working alongside multidisciplinary project teams and stakeholders.

Continue Your CP3P Professional Journey

Successful completion of the CP3P Preparation qualification is the second step towards achieving the prestigious Certified Public-Private Partnership Professional (CP3P) credential, helping you progress your career in infrastructure, capital projects and Public-Private Partnership delivery.

Whether you’re supporting major infrastructure programmes in Australia or working on international PPP initiatives, CP3P Preparation provides practical knowledge that will help you contribute more effectively to successful project planning and delivery.

By completing the CP3P Preparation course, you’ll build the practical knowledge required to support the planning, appraisal and preparation of successful Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects.

Throughout the course you’ll learn how to:

Apply internationally recognised PPP frameworks within different government and organisational contexts.
Understand how PPP projects are identified, screened and assessed for suitability.
Evaluate project feasibility across technical, commercial, financial, environmental and social considerations.
Understand Value for Money assessments and their role in infrastructure decision-making.
Explore risk allocation and commercial structuring within PPP projects.
Develop an understanding of procurement strategies and tender preparation.
Understand the governance, institutional responsibilities and stakeholder roles involved in PPP delivery.
Support project planning through effective communication, stakeholder engagement and project preparation.
Apply PPP best practice to infrastructure projects across a range of sectors.
Prepare confidently for the official APMG CP3P Preparation certification examination.

Following the course, you’ll have the knowledge and confidence to contribute to the preparation and appraisal of Public-Private Partnership projects while progressing towards the full CP3P professional credential.

At Training ByteSize Australia, we understand that professionals working on infrastructure and Public-Private Partnership projects need practical knowledge they can apply immediately, not just exam preparation.

Our CP3P Preparation course combines accredited learning with flexible study options and expert support to help you develop specialist PPP knowledge while preparing for internationally recognised certification.

Accredited CP3P Training

Study with confidence through an accredited training provider delivering the official CP3P syllabus aligned with current international PPP best practice.

Practical Infrastructure Knowledge

Develop a deeper understanding of project appraisal, procurement, governance and commercial decision-making that can be applied across real infrastructure and capital projects.

Flexible Learning

Study online from anywhere in Australia with learning designed to fit around your professional commitments and career development goals.

Learn from Experienced Professionals

Benefit from training developed by professionals with extensive experience in project management, infrastructure delivery and Public-Private Partnerships.

Australian and International Support

Our Australian team provides dedicated support throughout your learning journey while our wider expertise enables us to support professionals working on infrastructure projects around the world.

Whether you’re working in government, infrastructure, engineering, finance, procurement or consulting, Training ByteSize Australia provides the knowledge and flexibility to help you progress towards becoming a Certified Public-Private Partnership Professional.

The Certified Public-Private Partnership Professional (CP3P) Preparation course is the second level of the internationally recognised CP3P certification programme. It builds on the knowledge gained at Foundation level and focuses on the preparation, appraisal and structuring of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects before procurement and delivery begin.

This course is ideal for professionals involved in the planning, development and procurement of infrastructure projects, including:

Project Managers
Programme Managers
Infrastructure Professionals
Government and Public Sector Officials
Procurement Specialists
Commercial Managers
Engineers
Financial and Legal Advisors
Infrastructure Consultants
PPP Practitioners

It is particularly beneficial for anyone involved in preparing or evaluating Public-Private Partnership projects.

Yes. The CP3P Preparation course builds on the knowledge gained in the Foundation qualification. Completing CP3P Foundation before progressing to Preparation ensures you have a solid understanding of PPP terminology, governance and the overall project lifecycle.

CP3P Foundation introduces the principles, terminology and lifecycle of Public-Private Partnerships.

CP3P Preparation takes this knowledge further by focusing on the practical activities involved in developing PPP projects, including project appraisal, feasibility, procurement planning, commercial structuring, risk allocation and Value for Money assessments.

Yes. CP3P is an internationally recognised certification that is relevant to professionals working across Australia’s infrastructure sector. As governments continue to invest in transport, healthcare, education, energy and social infrastructure, knowledge of Public-Private Partnership frameworks is increasingly valuable across both public and private sector organisations.

You’ll gain a deeper understanding of:

Public-Private Partnership project preparation
Project appraisal and feasibility assessment
Procurement planning
Commercial and financial structures
Risk allocation
Governance and stakeholder management
Value for Money assessments
International PPP best practice

These practical skills can be applied across a wide range of infrastructure and capital projects.

Yes. Training ByteSize Australia offers flexible online learning, allowing you to study from anywhere in Australia while balancing your professional and personal commitments. You’ll have access to comprehensive course materials designed to help you prepare for the official CP3P Preparation examination.

Public-Private Partnerships are widely used across sectors including:

Transport and Major Infrastructure
Roads and Rail
Healthcare
Education
Energy and Utilities
Water Infrastructure
Defence
Construction
Social Infrastructure

Professionals working across these industries can benefit from developing specialist PPP knowledge.

CP3P Preparation demonstrates that you have advanced knowledge of internationally recognised Public-Private Partnership best practice. It can strengthen your professional profile, support career progression and enhance opportunities within infrastructure, project management, procurement, advisory and government roles across Australia and internationally.

The next stage of the certification pathway is CP3P Execution, which focuses on implementing, managing and monitoring Public-Private Partnership contracts throughout the delivery phase.

Successfully completing Foundation, Preparation and Execution leads to the internationally recognised Certified Public-Private Partnership Professional (CP3P) credential.

Absolutely. The course is particularly relevant for professionals working within government departments, public sector agencies and infrastructure authorities involved in planning, procuring or overseeing Public-Private Partnership projects.

Training ByteSize Australia provides accredited CP3P training with flexible online learning, practical course content and dedicated local support. Our courses are designed to help infrastructure professionals develop real-world PPP knowledge while preparing for internationally recognised certification, making it easier to build specialist skills and advance your career.

A public-private partnership, known for short as a PPP, describes the process of when a government collaborates with a company in the private sector. PPP’s are a fundamental part of society as they allow governments to fund, build and manage a variety of different public services that otherwise may be unable to deliver. As governments grapple with the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on their budgets it is likely there will be a significant growth in the number of public-private partnerships in the near future.

Through the CP3P Level 2 Preparation Course private sector candidates will benefit from a greater understanding of the PPP concept as an asset or business opportunity. Not only will acquiring the APMG CP3P certification give you the knowledge and skills to speak the common international language used to deliver PPP’s, it will also bring international credibility to your career.

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