Programme Brief

Whether you work in procurement, finance, administration, or project management - compliance with the Procurement Act is now essential. This 8-week certificate course is designed to equip you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to apply the Act effectively and avoid costly missteps.
Join us and stay ahead of the curve in public procurement.
 
  • 8-week Certificate Course - In-depth training (24 contact hours) on the Procurement Act
  • Master the Law - Understand the responsibilities, procedures, and key provisions of the Act
  • Avoid Pitfalls - Learn the consequences of non-compliance and how to stay audit-ready
  • Real-World Tools - Gain practical techniques and OPR-aligned processes
  • Interactive Format - Includes case studies, workshops, and role-play exercises
  • Ideal for - Public and Private sector professionals, procurement officers, compliance teams, NGOs, and contractors
  • Live Online Sessions - Structured for working professionals
  • Earn a Certificate - Demonstrate your proficiency in applying the Procurement Act
 
 
 
This 8-week, 24-hour course equips you with the practical knowledge and skills needed to understand, navigate, and operate effectively under the Procurement Act of Trinidad and Tobago. The course provides a clear and actionable understanding of the Act to ensure compliance and informed decision-making in public procurement.
 
 
What You'll Learn:
 
  • Key provisions and procedures under the Procurement Act
  • Roles of procurement entities and the OPR
  • Procurement methods, ethics, and transparency
  • Handling complaints and dispute resolution
  • Best practices and practical applications

 

Target Audience:


Public Sector Employees, Private Sector Vendors & Contractors, Legal and Compliance Professionals, Students or Graduates in Law, Public Administration, Business, NGO and State Agency Personnel, Auditors and Accountants.
 

 

Please click here to view the full Course Outline.

 

An e-certificate will be issued at the end.

Schedule & Fees

STUDY MODE START END DAY TIME ADMINISTRATIVE COST TUITION COST
Online 10-Jun-25 29-Jul-25 Tuesdays 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm TT$150.00 / US$23.00 TT$2,450.00 / US$375.00

Information subject to change without prior notice.

Registration details are provided below.

  • 24 Contact Hours

  • Administration Fee: TT$150.00 / US$23.00
  • Registration Deadline: One week before the scheduled start date of the class.
  • Payment Plan (Subject to Approval): If you wish to access any of our payment plan options, kindly forward an email to [email protected].

To register for this course, please follow the instructions below:

Step 1: Please complete the Online Programme Registration Form, and click submit.

Step 2: Once the form has been completed, please proceed to make your payment via the following options below:

Option 1: PayPal – Please click the “Add to Cart” button below:

Option 2: WiPay (Credit Card) – If you wish to utilize this method, please forward an email to [email protected] indicating if you would be paying the full cost or whether you would like to access our payment plan option. Once this is confirmed, an invoice will then be forwarded via email.

*If you do not have a PayPal account or a credit card, you can utilize the following payment option:

Option 3: Payment of TT$2,600.00 can be made via direct deposit / online bank transfer. Please click here for further instructions regarding the banking options available.

Please note that online bank transfers can be done from the following banking institutions – Republic Bank, Royal Bank, First Citizens Bank and Scotia Bank.

 

Step 3: Complete the Online Payment Update / Notification form – Please ensure a copy of the deposit slip / transaction slip / e-receipt is included when submitting your information.

 

Step 4: Applicable to Payment Plan Students: Sign and return your Enrolment Ticket.

Do note that the completed Enrolment Ticket is SBCS’ legally required document confirming that fees are outstanding. All further communication and instructions will follow once this step is completed. 

 

All relevant information about accessing online sessions will be sent via email within 3 – 5 working days of the course start date.

For further information, please send an email to Corporate Training Centre [email protected].

 

Technical Requirements?

Please check that your laptop/tablet meets the minimum requirements for Adobe Connect web conferencing online platform services before registering by clicking here.

Email: [email protected] for more details.