As part of its focus on increased professionalism in local and international procurement, and in order
to enhance local capacities, UNDP offers a variety of specialized training courses to staff of the UN
system, the donor community, NGOs and governments.
All courses are a balanced combination of lectures, case studies and workshops. The opportunity for
peer-group interaction is also a crucial element of the courses. Best practice, trouble shooting
and strategic thinking are key elements in all courses.

 | 3 Jun-7 Jun. 2013 | Advanced Certificate in Public Procurement - Level 3 (Accredited by CIPS) | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| | The aim of this course is to provide participants with a clear understanding of: Advanced Procurement Planning. To develop the capacity to manage supply markets, risks, systems and procurement planning processes Advanced Contract Management. To develop the capacity to manage bid evaluation, contract development and contract administration processes Advanced Communication and Negotiation Skills. To identify and improve the communication, negotiation and personal professional development skills required by those involved in advanced level procurement.
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| 11 Jun-14 Jun. 2013 | Effective Negotiations in Projects and Procurement | Vienna, Austria |
| | The aim of this course is to provide participants with the skills and knowledge needed for successful negotiations, including: Understanding the principles and dynamics of the negotiation process and how to avoid the common traps in negotiation Developing win-win strategies based on analysis of the other parties' needs Identifying and actively working on their own negotiation strengths and weaknesses through role-plays
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| 18 Jun-21 Jun. 2013 | Introductory Certificate in Public Procurement - Level 2 (Accredited by CIPS) | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| | The aim of this course is to provide participants with: A clear understanding of the principles of effective UN and public procurement, the generic procurement process and the role of corporate and transactional procurement The capability to plan, implement and evaluate a sourcing process appropriate to the value/risk of the goods/service being procured Knowledge of what rules and procedures govern UN and public procurement and why they exist
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 | 2 Sep-6 Sep. 2013 | Advanced Certificate in Public Procurement - Level 3 (Accredited by CIPS) | Rome, Italy |
| | The aim of this course is to provide participants with a clear understanding of: Advanced Procurement Planning. To develop the capacity to manage supply markets, risks, systems and procurement planning processes Advanced Contract Management. To develop the capacity to manage bid evaluation, contract development and contract administration processes Advanced Communication and Negotiation Skills. To identify and improve the communication, negotiation and personal professional development skills required by those involved in advanced level procurement.
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| 17 Sep-20 Sep. 2013 | Introductory Certificate in Public Procurement - Level 2 (Accredited by CIPS) | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| | The aim of this course is to provide participants with: A clear understanding of the principles of effective UN and public procurement, the generic procurement process and the role of corporate and transactional procurement The capability to plan, implement and evaluate a sourcing process appropriate to the value/risk of the goods/service being procured Knowledge of what rules and procedures govern UN and public procurement and why they exist
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| 24 Sep-26 Sep. 2013 | Supply Chain Management in Humanitarian Organisations | Vienna, Austria |
| | The aim of this course is to provide participants with: A clear understanding of the principles of effective logistical arrangements and to understand methods of mitigating risks and to optimise the organisations logistical activities The capability to plan, implement and evaluate a logistical exercise appropriate to the value/risk of the goods being transported
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| 1 Oct-4 Oct. 2013 | Introductory Certificate in Public Procurement - Level 2 (Accredited by CIPS) | Rome, Italy |
| | The aim of this course is to provide participants with: A clear understanding of the principles of effective UN and public procurement, the generic procurement process and the role of corporate and transactional procurement The capability to plan, implement and evaluate a sourcing process appropriate to the value/risk of the goods/service being procured Knowledge of what rules and procedures govern UN and public procurement and why they exist
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 | 14 Oct-18 Oct. 2013 | Advanced Certificate in Public Procurement - Level 3 (Accredited by CIPS) | Washington DC, United States |
| | The aim of this course is to provide participants with a clear understanding of: Advanced Procurement Planning. To develop the capacity to manage supply markets, risks, systems and procurement planning processes Advanced Contract Management. To develop the capacity to manage bid evaluation, contract development and contract administration processes Advanced Communication and Negotiation Skills. To identify and improve the communication, negotiation and personal professional development skills required by those involved in advanced level procurement.
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| 22 Oct-25 Oct. 2013 | Introductory Certificate in Public Procurement - Level 2 (Accredited by CIPS) | New Delhi, India |
| | The aim of this course is to provide participants with: A clear understanding of the principles of effective UN and public procurement, the generic procurement process and the role of corporate and transactional procurement The capability to plan, implement and evaluate a sourcing process appropriate to the value/risk of the goods/service being procured Knowledge of what rules and procedures govern UN and public procurement and why they exist
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| 5 Nov-8 Nov. 2013 | Introductory Certificate in Public Procurement - Level 2 (Accredited by CIPS) | Abuja, Nigeria |
| | The aim of this course is to provide participants with: A clear understanding of the principles of effective UN and public procurement, the generic procurement process and the role of corporate and transactional procurement The capability to plan, implement and evaluate a sourcing process appropriate to the value/risk of the goods/service being procured Knowledge of what rules and procedures govern UN and public procurement and why they exist
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 | 11 Nov-15 Nov. 2013 | Strategic Diploma in Public Procurement - Level 4 | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| | The aim of this course is to provide participants with: - Strategic Development Skills. To develop strategies for significant procurement, including involvement in organizatonal strategic and financial planning and to organize and manage strategic procurement activities. - Strategic Negotiation Skills. To improve the strategic communication and negotiation skills, including the management of commercial and legal considerations in negotiations, bargaining and conflict and resolution processes. Advanced Contract Management. To develop the capacity to manage strategic supply, services and conflict resolution processes. - Advanced Contract Management
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| 19 Nov-22 Nov. 2013 | Introductory Certificate in Public Procurement - Level 2 (Accredited by CIPS) | Bangkok, Thailand |
| | The aim of this course is to provide participants with: A clear understanding of the principles of effective UN and public procurement, the generic procurement process and the role of corporate and transactional procurement The capability to plan, implement and evaluate a sourcing process appropriate to the value/risk of the goods/service being procured Knowledge of what rules and procedures govern UN and public procurement and why they exist
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 | 2 Dec-6 Dec. 2013 | Advanced Certificate in Public Procurement - Level 3 (Accredited by CIPS) | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| | The aim of this course is to provide participants with a clear understanding of: Advanced Procurement Planning. To develop the capacity to manage supply markets, risks, systems and procurement planning processes Advanced Contract Management. To develop the capacity to manage bid evaluation, contract development and contract administration processes Advanced Communication and Negotiation Skills. To identify and improve the communication, negotiation and personal professional development skills required by those involved in advanced level procurement.
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| 10 Dec-13 Dec. 2013 | Introductory Certificate in Public Procurement - Level 2 (Accredited by CIPS) | Nairobi, Kenya |
| | The aim of this course is to provide participants with: A clear understanding of the principles of effective UN and public procurement, the generic procurement process and the role of corporate and transactional procurement The capability to plan, implement and evaluate a sourcing process appropriate to the value/risk of the goods/service being procured Knowledge of what rules and procedures govern UN and public procurement and why they exist
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