Public Enterprise Management

Enhancing Efficiency, Accountability, and Strategic Direction in Public Sector Enterprises

1. Introduction

Public enterprises play a vital role in delivering essential services, driving economic development, and fulfilling strategic national goals. However, many face challenges such as inefficiency, financial mismanagement, weak governance, and lack of innovation. This training in Public Enterprise Management is designed to enhance the capacity of senior managers, administrators, and policymakers to strategically manage, reform, and improve performance in public sector enterprises.

The programme addresses both operational and strategic management competencies required to navigate the complexities of managing public entities in today’s governance and economic landscape.

 

2. Training Objectives

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

• Understand the role, structure, and function of public enterprises
• Apply modern governance and accountability principles
• Improve financial management, operational efficiency, and performance monitoring
• Develop and implement strategic plans and public value frameworks
• Manage organisational change, innovation, and human resources effectively
• Navigate policy, regulation, and public-private sector relationships

 

3. Target Group

This course is designed for:

• Chief Executives and General Managers of public enterprises
• Senior and mid-level public enterprise staff
• Board members of public corporations
• Government officials in ministries of finance, planning, or public enterprises
• Regulatory authority staff
• Auditors, financial analysts, and advisors of SOEs (State-Owned Enterprises)
• Policy planners and reform specialists

 

4. Course Duration

• Duration: 4 Weeks
• Modules: 16
• Total Contact Hours: 64–80 hours (4–5 hours per module)
• Delivery Mode: In-person / Virtual / Hybrid
• Learning Methods: Case studies, simulations, expert sessions, group discussions, practical exercises

 

5. Course Content

Module 1: Understanding Public Enterprises

• Evolution, objectives, and types
• Role in national development

Module 2: Public Enterprise Policy and Legal Framework

• Laws, policies, and regulatory environment
• Relationship with parent ministries and regulatory bodies

Module 3: Corporate Governance in Public Enterprises

• Roles and responsibilities of boards
• Transparency, accountability, and stakeholder management

Module 4: Strategic Planning and Organisational Development

• Vision, mission, and performance targets
• Aligning operations with public policy

Module 5: Financial Management and Budgeting

• Revenue generation, cost control, and financial reporting
• Public financial accountability and audits

Module 6: Human Resource Management in Public Enterprises

• Workforce planning, capacity development, and staff retention
• Performance appraisal systems

Module 7: Procurement and Contract Management

• Public procurement regulations
• Managing service providers and vendors

Module 8: Performance Management and KPIs

• Designing and tracking key performance indicators
• Performance contracts and reporting systems

Module 9: Risk Management and Internal Controls

• Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks
• Strengthening internal control systems

Module 10: Innovation and Change Management

• Public sector innovation models
• Leading transformation in traditional organisations

Module 11: Stakeholder Engagement and Public Relations

• Communicating with citizens, media, and interest groups
• Enhancing public trust

Module 12: Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)

• Engaging private sector in service delivery
• Structuring and managing PPPs

Module 13: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Ethics

• Promoting ethical behaviour and social impact
• CSR strategies and implementation

Module 14: ICT and Digital Transformation in Public Enterprises

• Leveraging technology for improved service delivery
• E-Governance and digital tools

Module 15: Restructuring and Reform of Public Enterprises

• Commercialisation, corporatisation, and privatisation
• Institutional reform strategies and case studies

Module 16: Monitoring, Evaluation and Impact Assessment

• Developing M&E frameworks
• Using evidence for policy and management decisions

 

6. Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:

• Lead and manage public enterprises with improved strategic and operational focus
• Promote transparency, accountability, and sound governance practices
• Make data-driven financial and performance decisions
• Drive innovation and service excellence
• Engage effectively with stakeholders and government oversight bodies
• Apply public enterprise reform tools in real-world contexts

 

7. Certification

• Award: Certificate of Completion in Public Enterprise Management
• Issued by: [Accredited Training Institute / Government Training School / University]
• Certification Criteria:
• Minimum 85% attendance
• Full participation in group activities and discussions
• Completion of a capstone project or presentation

This certificate confirms the participant has acquired advanced skills and knowledge in managing and reforming public enterprises in alignment with national priorities and international standards.

 

Optional Inclusions

• Public Enterprise Reform Toolkit
• Sample KPI Dashboards
• Financial Management Templates
• Guest lectures by SOE leaders or reform experts
• Post-training policy review workshops