What is the fastest way to
register?
The fastest, though not only way, to register is online
at www.ip3.org/t_registration.htm.
Other options include registering by fax or courier.
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What is the preferred method of
registration?
The preferred method of registration is via the online
registration form at www.ip3.org/t_registration.htm.
However, participants are welcome to register by fax, courier, or by mail.
Method of registration should, however, be considered when dealing with time
restraints, in which case perspective participants should choose to register
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How early should I
register?
IP3 encourages participants to register as early as
possible. It is important to register early as space may be limited in many of
the courses. For those requiring visas, the earlier the registration the better
to begin that process. |
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How late can I
register?
Registration will close three weeks prior to the start
date of each training course. You may contact IP3 for space availability after
that date, but IP3 will not guarantee space availability. Again, it is best to
register as early as possible to ensure space availability. |
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How long will it be before I
know whether or not my application has been accepted?
Applicants'
registration forms are reviewed within 2 to 5 days after receipt. Applicants
should hear about the status of their applications within one week of
registration. |
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Should I encourage my
colleagues to register and attend as well?
Yes. Some of the most
useful and practical capacity building experiences take place when two or more
professionals from the same organization attend a training course together.
This enables them to implement tools and skills acquired at the training more
immediately to their day-to-day work program. |
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Do I need a visa to attend IP3
Training Programs?
Visas are often required to enter the United
States and other countries where IP3 implements training programs. Please make
necessary arrangements with the relevant embassy/consulate in your country well
in advance of travel plans. Upon admission to a workshop, candidates will
receive a letter of invitation, which can be used to assist in visa processing.
Acceptance to attend the IP3 training program does not guarantee that
participants will be granted a Visa. It is the applicant's responsibility to
comply with the requirements set by the host country Embassy/Consulate in
his/her locality. IP3 is unable, however, to send direct correspondence to an
Embassy/Consulate on the applicant's behalf unless instructed to do so by the
Embassy/Consulate.
To determine if you need a visa, please contact the
relevant Embassy/Consulate in your country or visit the following website for
visa requirement information: www.embassyworld.com. |
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How will arrangements for
lodging be made?
You are responsible for making your own hotel reservations. Accommodation recommendations will be provided in your acceptance package. Accommodation fees are not included in IP3's tuition price.
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Will IP3 make my travel
arrangements?
No, participants are responsible for making their
travel arrangements to and from the course location. |
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Do I need to arrange my own
transportation to and from the airport?
Yes. All participants are
responsible for arranging and paying for transportation to and from the hotel
for your arrival and departure. All other workshop related travel to and from
site-visits and/or study tours will be arranged by and paid for by IP3. |
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When should I arrive to the
program?
Participants normally arrive over the weekend, Saturday or
Sunday before the course, in order to be on time for the Monday morning
session. |
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Where do I go on the first day
of the course?
The location of the workshop venue will be sent to
you as part of Administrative Orientation Package once you are accepted to the
program. Upon arrival, please check an announcement board in the lobby of the
hotel or confirm with the hotel concierge the exact venue of the workshop. |
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Will breakfast and lunch be
provided as part of the course?
Different hotels have different arranges for the including/not including the cost of breakfast. During the course, 8 lunches, 1 dinner, and 1 reception are included in the price of the course tuition. |
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Can I schedule professional
meetings outside of the course?
IP3 encourages course participants
to make use of their trips for other professional meetings. A training day
normally consists of a morning (9:00 am -12:00 pm) and an afternoon (1:30 -4:30
pm) session. These times may differ vary to accommodate site visits and
simulation exercises. You can schedule your professional meetings during lunch
break from 12:00 am to 1:30 pm or after 4:30 pm. Participants may request IP3
assistance in scheduling meetings. |
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What arrangements do I need to
make if my family is traveling with me?
Many IP3 participants come
with their families. Please let IP3 know in advance so we can help you with any
logistical arrangements to make their stay more comfortable. |
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Does IP3 provide computers as
part of the course tuition fee?
Yes! IP3 does provide computers as
part of the comprehensive learning environment. All Washington, DC, based
courses utililize a dedicated web-based intranet site for distribution of all
course materials, The intranet site is kept active for two weeks after the
course to provide discussion boards for participants and access to all course
materials. |
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Will I have
Internet access?
Yes! The IP3 training facility has free high speed Internet access for your use during the course. The hotel where you are staying may or may not have Internet access and may or may not charge you separately for this use. Please check with the front desk of your hotel upon your arrival. |
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Do I need to arrange my own
transportation for site visits and study tours?
IP3 will make all
necessary arrangements for workshop-related travel to site visits and during
study tours by bus, plane, taxi or train. You are only responsible for
arranging your taxi transportation to and from the hotel for your arrival and
departure to the country. |
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Will there be opportunities for
site seeing and other social events?
Yes. IP3 organizes social
events for participants that may include receptions, site-seeing activities,
and shopping excursions. Social events vary from course to course. Participants
are also provided with information on cultural activities and site-seeing
opportunities that they can pursue during leisure time. |
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Are IP3 training courses suitable
for public and private sector managers and executives?
Yes. IP3
training programs were designed to provide essential "skills and tools" for
public and private sector managers. All of our programs are multidisciplinary
and result in the overall enhancement of participants' management capabilities
as well as specialized skill strengthening. |
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IP3 training programs are well known
for the use of case studies, simulations, and site visits. What is the purpose
of that methodology?
IP3 believes that the most effective training
is practical and participatory. Qualified and seasoned professionals learn best
when the training is challenging, job-related, and practical. Case studies,
simulations, and study tours expose participants to real world issues and
skills required to tackle real problems in their workplace. |
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IP3 offers programs in Washington
D.C. (WDC) and in regional training venues around the world. Are there
differences between the DC programs and the regional programs?
IP3's
WDC programs are either one or two-weeks in duration. The WDC programs combine
training sessions with "out of the classroom" site visits to important
facilities and organizations. Furthermore, participants to our WDC programs are
likely to represent a more global presence than our regional courses. Thus, the
WDC programs are more comprehensive and experience based. Our regional
programs, on the other hand, are more intensive. There is no difference in
terms of practicality, quality, or benefit. WDC programs offer participants the
chance to visit and learn in the United States while regional programs may
offer a more convenient and cost effective experience and the chance to visit
and learn about the country where the regional course is being held. |
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Many of our staff need the training
from IP3 but often do not have the English-language skills necessary to
successfully complete the training. What are our options?
IP3 can
accommodate non-English language speakers in our programs, if there are groups
of participants sufficient to merit. In such cases, IP3 can arrange
simultaneous translation services using advanced equipment. A modest additional
fee would be charged for this service. Alternatively, we encourage non-English
speaking participants to consider attending the appropriate regional programs
offered in French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, and Bahasa Indonesia, or to
arrange an on-site customized training program just for your organization. |
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Can IP3 provide training in our
country for our organization?
IP3 has conducted scores of
"customized" training programs around the world. If your organization would
like a customized training program, IP3 can provide you with a draft concept
proposal and budget. Graduates of customized training programs receive credits
towards IP3's Global Certification Credential. |
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What are the three professional
certification programs offered?
IP3 in joint sponsorship with the
Water, Engineering, and Development Centre of Loughborough University offer
three professional certification programs:
- Certified Public-Private Partnership
Specialist™
- Certified Regulation Specialist™
- Certified Competitive Utility Management
Specialist™
The goal of these certification programs is to
provide professionals interested in the subject matters an opportunity to gain
a sufficient body of knowledge in each area. Complete information on each
professional certification program can be found at
www.globalcertifcations.org. |
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What is the application process to
be accepted into one of the professional certification programs? How much does
it cost?
To be eligible to participate in one or more of the
professional certification programs, an enrollee must have at a minimum a
bachelor's (or equivalent) degree and two years of relevant work experience.
Each applicant must complete the online registration form found at
www.globalcertifications.org/participant.html.
Please attach a full copy of your resume as well as information on courses you
have completed previously that you believe are relevant to the certification
program you are applying for. Each application will be reviewed for
certification relevancy and appropriateness and the applicant will be notified
about acceptance by the Registrar's Office. There is currently no cost to
enroll in one of the certification programs; the cost to you is the individual
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What are the requirements for
certification?
To receive a professional certification in the
designated field, an enrollee must complete the following requisites:
- Completion of 24.0 continuing education units
(CEUs) of training from a list of pre-approved courses (for an approximate
measurement, 3.0 CEUs are generally earned for one-week of intensive
training)
- Successful completion of a "pass/fail" essay
examination at the conclusion of their course work; and
- Completion of a comprehensive regulation-related
Strategic Action Plan detailing how the participants' knowledge gained
in their certification field will be applied on-the-job.
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What types of courses are
offered?
Courses are offered by the Institute for Public-Private
Partnerships, Inc (IP3), the Water, Engineering, and Development Centre of
Loughborough University (WEDC/LU), and qualified third-party training providers
and education institutions. Courses are offered on a global basis and include
classroom training, online courses, and distance learning opportunities. The
goal is to offer courses that provide the appropriate "body of knowledge" in
each of the certification subject areas and to offer as many possible options
for training on this body of knowledge. For a listing of the current course
listing, please go to
www.globalcertifications.org/catalog.html. |
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If I have taken training
previously, will those credits count towards certification?
IP3 and
WEDC/LU accept credible credits received from prior training, depending on the
course subject and reputation of the training provider. All enrollees are
encouraged to submit information on previous courses taken that they believe
may be relevant to their selected certification program (this information
should include, at a minimum, course provider information, a copy of the
certificate received, and contact information of the training provider). The
Registrar's office will review the information and make a determination of the
relevancy of the training and if decide if any CEUs earned will count towards
the certification program. A maximum of 9.0 CEUs can be "waived in" from
previous qualified training completed. |
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How do I register for the
Certification Program?
Fill out the form found on the Global
Certification Program's website,
www.globalcertifications.org/participant.html. |
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How long should it typically take
to complete a certification program?
Depending on previous "waive
in" of courses completed, we estimate the average time to complete a
certification program to be 14 - 24 months. |
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