Certified Partnership Specialist (CPS) training course

Certified Partnership Specialist (CPS)

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Jan-06-2025

Barcelona
Jan-06-2025

Dubai
Jan-13-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Jan-13-2025

Istanbul
Jan-20-2025

Paris
Jan-20-2025

Barcelona
Jan-27-2025

London
Jan-27-2025

Amsterdam
Feb-03-2025

Barcelona
Feb-03-2025

Dubai
Feb-10-2025

Istanbul
Feb-10-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Feb-17-2025

Paris
Feb-17-2025

Barcelona
Feb-24-2025

Amsterdam
Feb-24-2025

London
Mar-03-2025

Dubai
Mar-03-2025

Barcelona
Mar-10-2025

Istanbul
Mar-10-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Mar-17-2025

Barcelona
Mar-17-2025

Paris
Mar-24-2025

London
Mar-24-2025

Amsterdam
Apr-07-2025

Barcelona
Apr-07-2025

Dubai
Apr-14-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Apr-14-2025

Istanbul
Apr-21-2025

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Apr-21-2025

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Apr-28-2025

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Apr-28-2025

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May-05-2025

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May-05-2025

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May-12-2025

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May-12-2025

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May-19-2025

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May-19-2025

Paris
May-26-2025

Amsterdam
May-26-2025

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June-02-2025

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June-02-2025

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June-09-2025

Istanbul
June-09-2025

Kuala Lumpur
June-16-2025

Barcelona
June-16-2025

Paris
June-23-2025

London
June-30-2025

Dubai
June-30-2025

Amsterdam
June-30-2025

Barcelona
July-07-2025

Dubai
July-07-2025

Barcelona
July-14-2025

Istanbul
July-14-2025

Kuala Lumpur
July-21-2025

Paris
July-21-2025

Barcelona
July-28-2025

Amsterdam
July-28-2025

London
Aug-04-2025

Barcelona
Aug-04-2025

Dubai
Aug-11-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Aug-11-2025

Istanbul
Aug-18-2025

Paris
Aug-18-2025

Barcelona
Aug-25-2025

Amsterdam
Aug-25-2025

London
Sep-01-2025

Dubai
Sep-01-2025

Barcelona
Sep-08-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Sep-08-2025

Istanbul
Sep-15-2025

Paris
Sep-15-2025

Barcelona
Sep-22-2025

London
Sep-29-2025

Amsterdam
Oct-06-2025

Dubai
Oct-06-2025

Barcelona
Oct-13-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Oct-13-2025

Istanbul
Oct-20-2025

Paris
Oct-20-2025

Barcelona
Oct-27-2025

London
Oct-27-2025

Amsterdam
Nov-03-2025

Barcelona
Nov-03-2025

Dubai
Nov-10-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Nov-10-2025

Istanbul
Nov-17-2025

Barcelona
Nov-17-2025

Paris
Nov-24-2025

Amsterdam
Nov-24-2025

London
Dec-01-2025

Dubai
Dec-01-2025

Barcelona
Dec-08-2025

Istanbul
Dec-08-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Dec-15-2025

Barcelona
Dec-15-2025

Paris
Dec-22-2025

London
Dec-29-2025

Amsterdam
Dec-29-2025

Dubai
Dec-29-2025

Barcelona

Course Details

Partnerships are fundamental to modern business strategy, enabling organizations to combine resources, share expertise, and achieve mutual goals more effectively. In an increasingly interconnected world, the ability to establish and manage strategic partnerships is essential for driving innovation, expanding market reach, and sustaining competitive advantage. Effective partnership management involves understanding complex dynamics, setting clear objectives, and fostering strong relationships built on trust and collaboration. As such, the role of a Certified Partnership Specialist (CPS) is critical in navigating the challenges of cross-organizational collaborations and ensuring successful outcomes.

The Certified Partnership Specialist (CPS) training course offers comprehensive insights into the principles and practices of partnership management. Over five intensive days, participants will learn how to develop and implement effective partnership strategies, from initial planning and partner selection to advanced management techniques. The course emphasizes essential skills such as partnership planning, governance structure establishment, partner assessment, and the integration of technology for long-term sustainability. By enhancing communication, negotiation, and influence abilities, participants will be equipped to build productive and mutually beneficial partnerships that drive organizational growth.

Upon completion of this Certified Partnership Specialist (CPS) training course, you will:

Acquire the fundamental principles of partnership management and understand your role as a partnership specialist in developing and managing strategic collaborations.
Set partnership objectives and establish effective partnership governance structures for comprehensive partnership planning.
Develop a comprehensive partnership plan, detailing specific partnership management activities including resource allocation and performance measurement.
Master the selection and assessment of partners and partnership opportunities, utilizing evaluation techniques to identify the best strategic fits.
Build strong relationships with partners by understanding their needs and expectations, fostering trust, and promoting open collaboration.
Enhance communication, negotiation, and influence skills to facilitate productive and mutually beneficial partnerships.
Apply advanced partnership management strategies, including resource management, financial management, and channel management to optimize partnership performance.
Integrate technology into partnership management processes and plan for building sustainable, long-term partnerships.

This Certified Partnership Specialist (CPS) course is designed for professionals involved in developing and managing partnerships, including:

Partnership Specialists
Business Development Professionals
Project Managers
Legal and Contract Management
Consultants
Entrepreneurs
Managers in cross-organizational collaboration
Corporate Strategists

Course Outline

5 days course

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Introduction to Partnership

Definition and purpose of the partnership
Distinguishing between different types of partnerships and their impact on businesses
Recognizing the role of partnership in deriving organizational growth
Identifying the roles and responsibilities of partnership specialists
Introduction to partnership management lifecycle and its stages
Discussing legal and contractual considerations in partnership management

Partnership Planning Process

Techniques for setting partnership goals and objectives
Determining the importance of aligning partnership strategy with business goals
Steps in developing partnership plans and governance structures
Techniques and tools for analyzing and managing risks in partnerships
Strategies for monitoring and evaluating partnership performance and success
Discussing the importance of planning for partnership termination

Partnership Development and Relationship Building

Techniques for selecting and evaluating potential partners and partnership opportunities
Exploring the main elements of strong partnership agreements
Understanding the nature of partnership relations
Describing the steps involved in developing strong partnership relations
Determining the importance of trust and collaboration in partnership building
Exploring partner relationship management tools for managing and tracking partnerships

Communication and Negotiation Techniques for Partnership

Communication strategies for positive and productive partnership
Discussing cultural differences and considerations in partnership communications
Exploring conflict resolution strategies for maintaining positive relationships
Understanding the principles of negotiation in partnership
Discussing negotiation techniques for securing favourable partnership terms
Discovering ways of using influence and persuasion in partnership

Advanced Partnership Management Strategies

Strategies for managing resources and financial aspects in partnership programs
Discussing ways for managing channel partnership and distribution networks
Strategies for developing and managing global partnership
Discussing the impact of digital technologies in enhancing partnership collaboration
Techniques for sustaining and building long-term partnerships
Best practices and lessons learned

Certified Partnership Specialist (CPS)

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