As a seasoned professional entrusted with public procurement responsibilities, completing the Master in Public Procurement Management for Sustainable Development programme enabled me to connect and mutually reinforce my theoretical and practical competency.
Committed to continuous learning and professional development in support of sustainable growth, I am proud to be part of the first edition of this Master Programme.
I have particularly appreciated the delivery scheme comprising of both on-line and residential study, which facilitated extensive learning experience and was adaptable to meet my specific job requirements. During my studies, I met extraordinary people at all levels. The programme support team present at the ITC-ILO compound made my ‘back-to-school’ student life an enjoyable and memorable experience.
The masterpiece of this programme, our professors, brought valuable knowledge and experience from diverse academic and professional environments. We interacted with scholars and practitioners in their domains, representing the three pillars of the study programme – legal, economics and public procurement. Last but not the least; the student community is one of the most memorable souvenirs for me and through social media and professional networks, we continue to maintain our contacts.
The course delivery was friendly, respectful, and mutually enriching through exchanges of opinions, experiences and vivid professional debates between learning participants. For those who are contemplating enrolling to the Master in Public Procurement Management for Sustainable Development, 'I can say that ‘the programme syllabus and examination rigor make you feel proud in earning your Master's diploma at the end of your studies. It also gives you a solid foundation for a successful career in public procurement ready to tackle the challenges of the 21 st century.'