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Seminar/Short Courses

COURSE INFORMATION

 Scheduled Dates:  16 – 27 Feb 2026 | 18 – 29 May 2026 | 17 – 28 Aug 2026 | 16 – 27 Nov 2026

 Duration: 2 Weeks

 Customized dates and one-on-one sessions can be organized.

 PREAMBLE

 This CPM two-week training program is designed to strengthen participants’ knowledge and practical skills in public procurement and contract management in line with international best practices and public sector regulations.
The course covers the full procurement lifecycle, from procurement planning and market analysis through tendering, evaluation, contract award, contract administration, and contract close-out. Emphasis is placed on transparency, value for money, ethical procurement, risk management, and compliance with public procurement laws and donor requirements.
Participants will gain hands-on experience in preparing procurement documents, evaluating bids, managing contracts, resolving disputes, and ensuring effective supplier performance throughout the contract period.

 TARGET GROUP

This training is suitable for:
 Public procurement officers and specialists
 Contract managers and administrators
 Finance and audit officers
 Project managers and engineers involved in procurement
 Supply chain and logistics professionals
 Members of tender and evaluation committees
 Internal auditors and compliance officers
 Staff of ministries, agencies, local authorities, SOEs
 NGO and donor-funded project staff
 Consultants involved in public procurement

  

COURSE OBJECTIVES

 By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
    Understand the legal and institutional framework governing public procurement
    Apply procurement principles such as transparency, competition, fairness, and value for money
    Develop effective procurement plans aligned with organizational objectives
    Prepare clear and compliant bidding and tender documents
    Conduct bid evaluation using appropriate methods and criteria
    Award contracts in line with procurement rules and best practices
    Manage contracts effectively, including performance monitoring and variations
    Identify and manage procurement and contract risks
    Handle disputes, claims, and contract termination appropriately
    Promote ethical procurement and prevent fraud and corruption

 COURSE OUTLINE

 PUBLIC PROCUREMENT FUNDAMENTALS
•    Introduction to Public Procurement
•    Legal and Regulatory Framework
•    Procurement Planning and Market Analysis
•    Procurement Methods and Procedures
•    Preparation of Bidding Documents


CONTRACT MANAGEMENT AND ADVANCED TOPICS
•    Bid Opening and Evaluation
•    Contract Award and Negotiation
•    Contract Administration and Performance Management
•    Risk Management, Ethics, and Dispute Resolution
•    Contract Close-out and Best Practices

 REGISTRATION

To register, kindly fill the Seminar Registration Form and send it to us through:

Email:
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PAYMENT

 

  1. Fees Payment - All fees are payable strictly in advance 2 working days before the course starting date.
  2. Cancellation Fee - Cancellation of any participant 5 working days before the start day of a course will incur a 20% cancellation fee.
    We regret that no cancellations will be accepted within 2 working days of a course, but substitutions may be made.

 

COURSE INFORMATION

Scheduled Dates: 09 – 20 Mar 2026 | 01 – 12 Jun 2026 | 07 – 18 Sept 2026 | 07 – 18 Dec 2026

Duration: 2 Weeks

Customized dates and one-on-one sessions can be organized.

PREAMBLE

This CPM 2-week intensive course provides a comprehensive, practical understanding of how to identify, assess, mitigate, and monitor risks across procurement and the wider supply chain. Participants explore best-practice frameworks, tools, and techniques used globally to ensure supply continuity, optimize supplier performance, and protect organizational value. The course blends theory with real-world case studies, scenario-based exercises, and hands-on workshops to equip learners with actionable risk management strategies.

 

TARGET GROUP

This course is ideal for:

  • Procurement officers, specialists, and managers
  • Supply chain and logistics professionals
  • Contract and category managers
  • Inventory and materials managers
  • Risk management and compliance officers
  • Project managers involved in sourcing activities
  • Professionals transitioning into procurement or supply chain roles
  • Anyone responsible for supplier relationships or operational resilience

COURSE OBJECTIVES

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the full spectrum of procurement and supply chain risks.
  • Apply structured methods for identifying, analyzing, and prioritizing risks.
  • Evaluate suppliers using risk-based criteria and performance metrics.
  • Develop risk-mitigation strategies, including diversification, dual sourcing, and contract controls.
  • Use tools such as risk matrices, heat maps, and failure mode analysis (FMEA).
  • Strengthen contract clauses that support risk allocation and compliance.
  • Manage geopolitical, financial, environmental, ethical, and operational risks.
  • Build supply chain resilience through scenario planning and business continuity strategies.
  • Monitor emerging risks using digital tools and data analytics.
  • Develop and present a procurement risk management plan.

COURSE OUTLINE

WEEK 1: FOUNDATIONS & RISK IDENTIFICATION
•  Introduction to Procurement & Supply Chain Risk
•  Risk Identification Techniques
•  Supplier Risk Assessment
•  Risk Analysis & Prioritization
•  Contractual and Compliance Risks

WEEK 2: RISK MITIGATION, RESILIENCE & MONITORING
•  Risk Mitigation Strategies
•  Building Supply Chain Resilience
•  Financial & Operational Risk Controls
•  Monitoring & Digital Tools for Risk Management
•  Integration & Final Project

REGISTRATION

 To register, kindly fill the Seminar Registration Form and send it to us through:

Email:
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PAYMENT

  1. Fees Payment - All fees are payable strictly in advance 2 working days before the course starting date.
  2. Cancellation Fee - Cancellation of any participant 5 working days before the start day of a course will incur a 20% cancellation fee.
    We regret that no cancellations will be accepted within 2 working days of a course, but substitutions may be made.

 

COURSE INFORMATION

Scheduled Dates:  06 – 17 Jan 2025 07 – 18 Apr 2025 07 – 18 Jul 2025 | 20 – 31 Oct 2025

Duration: 2 weeks

Customized dates and one-on-one sessions can be organized.


Preamble

This CPM intensive 2-week training program provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of data protection and privacy principles, laws, and best practices. The course explores global data protection frameworks such as the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), key national privacy laws, and organizational strategies for compliance. Through lectures, case studies, and hands-on exercises, participants will learn how to safeguard personal data, implement privacy policies, conduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs), and manage data breaches effectively.

 Target Group

  • Data protection officers (DPOs)
  • Compliance officers
  • Legal and IT professionals
  • HR and administrative personnel handling personal data
  • Government and regulatory agency staff
  • Anyone responsible for managing or processing personal data


    Course outline

    Week 1: Foundations and Legal Frameworks
    •    Introduction to Data Protection and Privacy
    •    Legal and Regulatory Landscape
    •    Principles of Data Protection
    •    Data Subject Rights
    •    Data Controllers and Processors                                                                                                                                                                           
    Week 2: Implementation and Risk Management
    •    Data Governance and Privacy Policies
    •    Security of Personal Data
    •    Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
    •    Managing Data Breaches


REGISTRATION

To register, kindly fill the Seminar Registration Form and send it to us through:
Email:
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PAYMENT

  1. Fees Payment - All fees are payable strictly in advance 2 working days before the course starting date.
  2. Cancellation Fee - Cancellation of any participant 5 working days before the start day of a course will incur a 20% cancellation fee.
    We regret that no cancellations will be accepted within 2 working days of a course, but substitutions may be made.

 

COURSE INFORMATION

Scheduled Dates: 20 – 31 Jan 2025 14 – 25 Apr 2025 14 – 25 Jul 2025 13 – 24 Oct 2025

Duration: 2 Weeks

Customized dates and one-on-one sessions can be organized.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This intensive 2-week training is designed to equip professionals working on World Bank and donor-funded projects with essential skills in trauma counseling and management. Operating in conflict-affected, post-disaster, or high-stress development contexts, these professionals often encounter individuals and communities experiencing acute and chronic psychological trauma. The course blends theoretical knowledge with practical skills to help participants identify, assess, and respond appropriately to trauma-related challenges within their project settings.

Participants will learn to integrate trauma-informed approaches into their daily operations and understand how to support colleagues, beneficiaries, and vulnerable populations while minimizing the risk of secondary trauma and burnout among project staff.

 

TARGET GROUP

This course is designed for:

~ Project officers and managers of World Bank and donor-funded initiatives

~ Psychosocial support staff

~ Field workers and community development officers

~ Health professionals and counselors involved in project implementation

~ Social workers and humanitarian responders

~ M&E and safeguarding officers

~ NGO and CSO staff working in high-stress or post-crisis environments

~ No prior formal training in psychology is required, but participants should have experience working in development or humanitarian contexts.


COURSE OUTLINE

The following topics will be covered:

~ Introduction to Trauma and Context in Donor-Funded Settings

~ Psychological and Physiological Responses to Trauma

~ Principles of Trauma-Informed Care

~ Introduction to Counseling and Active Listening

~ Psychological First Aid (PFA) and Initial Trauma Response

~ Trauma Interventions and Approaches

~ Working with Special Populations

~ Self-Care and Secondary Trauma Prevention

~ Trauma-Informed Project Design and M&E

~ Practical Application, Review & Action Planning


REGISTRATION

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PAYMENT
    Fees Payment - All fees are payable strictly in advance 2 working days before the course starting date.
    Cancellation Fee - Cancellation of any participant 5 working days before the start day of a course will incur a 20% cancellation fee.
    We regret that no cancellations will be accepted within 2 working days of a course, but substitutions may be made.

COURSE INFORMATION

Scheduled Dates: 04 – 07 Mar 2025 | 14 – 25 Jul 2025 | 08 – 19 Sep 2025| 01 – 12 Dec 2025  

Duration: 2 Weeks

Customized dates and one-on-one sessions can be organized.


Preamble

The CPM Integrated Project Management Training program is designed to provide professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to manage projects effectively by integrating various elements of project management, including scope, time, cost, quality, resources, and risk.

This course will focus on building an understanding of the key principles and practices that make project management successful in today’s fast-paced, dynamic work environments. Through a blend of theory, case studies, and hands-on exercises, participants will learn to apply the most current tools and techniques used in integrated project management.


Target Groups

 Project Managers
 Project Coordinators
 Team Leads
 Senior Managers
 Individuals aiming to pursue a career in Project Management
 Anyone involved in project execution, from planning to delivery, and managing resources
 Professionals seeking certification or wishing to improve their project management skills


Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Integrated Project Management
    Overview of Project Management
    Key Project Management Concepts
    The Project Lifecycle (Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, Closure)
    The Importance of Integration in Project Management
Module 2: Project Integration Management
    Defining Project Scope and Objectives
    Developing a Project Charter
    Creating the Project Management Plan
    Integrated Change Control Process
Module 3: Project Scope Management
    Defining and Documenting Project Scope
    Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
    Scope Verification and Control
Module 4: Project Time Management
    Developing a Project Schedule
    Estimating Duration and Resources
    Critical Path Method (CPM)
    Scheduling Tools and Techniques
    Managing Schedule Changes
Module 5: Project Cost Management
    Budgeting and Estimation Techniques
    Cost Control Methods
    Earned Value Management (EVM)

Module 6: Project Quality Management
    Defining Quality in Projects
    Quality Planning and Assurance
    Quality Control Techniques
    Integrating Quality into Project Processes
Module 7: Project Resource Management
    Resource Planning and Allocation
    Managing Team Performance and Development
    Conflict Management and Resolution
    Resource Leveling and Optimization
Module 8: Project Risk Management
    Risk Identification, Assessment, and Analysis
    Risk Response Strategies
    Risk Monitoring and Control
    Contingency and Mitigation Plans
Module 9: Communication and Stakeholder Management
    Stakeholder Identification and Analysis
    Communication Planning and Execution
    Managing Stakeholder Expectations
    Reporting and Documentation
Module 10: Closing the Project
    Project Closure Process
    Post-Project Review and Lessons Learned
    Final Project Deliverables and Handover
    Managing Knowledge Transfer
Module 11: Real-Life Application and Case Studies
    Case Studies on Integrated Project Management
    Group Exercises and Simulations
    Real-life Project Management Scenarios and Solutions
Module 12: Tools and Techniques for Integrated Project Management
    Overview of Project Management Software
    Tools for Scheduling, Budgeting, and Risk Management
    Practical Exercises Using Project Management Tools


REGISTRATION

To register, kindly fill the Seminar Registration Form and send it to us through:
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PAYMENT

    Fees Payment - All fees are payable strictly in advance 2 working days before the course starting date.
    Cancellation Fee - Cancellation of any participant 5 working days before the start day of a course will incur a 20% cancellation fee.
    We regret that no cancellations will be accepted within 2 working days of a course, but substitutions may be made.

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