The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) is committed to strengthening public financial management systems across its Borrowing Member Countries, including the advancement of public procurement practices. In support of this commitment, CDB is pleased to offer scholarships to two (2) candidates to pursue the International Master’s in Public Procurement Management (IMPPM) at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy, for the 2026/2027 academic year.
The IMPPM scholarship programme provides a valuable pathway for Caribbean countries to strengthen procurement capacity, advance the professionalisation of the public procurement workforce, and promote the adoption of internationally recognised best practices.
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International Master in Public Procurement Management (IMPPM) Master's Scholarship
Aim and Benefits of International Master in Public Procurement Management (IMPPM) Master's Scholarship
Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Montserrat, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, The Bahamas, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands.The scholarship would cover:
- the full tuition fee for the postgraduate programme, to be paid by the sponsoring organisation directly to the University;
- travel costs to and from Italy for the in-class period of the programme, plus a per diem while in transit;
- an allowance for accommodation on Campus at the University;
- an allowance for subsistence costs while in Italy;
- a lump-sum allowance of USD 350, payable in advance following confirmation of the scholarship award, towards visa, CIMEA/Declaration of Value and other essential administrative expenses required to travel and study in Italy; and
- where the selected candidate is required to travel outside their country of residence to complete the visa process, reasonable and necessary travel-related costs, including economy airfare, accommodation and applicable per diem for the minimum period required, to be arranged or reimbursed by the sponsoring organisation in accordance with its applicable procedures.
Requirements for International Master in Public Procurement Management (IMPPM) Master's Scholarship Qualification
To be eligible for the scholarship, candidates must:
- be a citizen of an eligible country. Eligible countries are Borrowing Member Countries of CDB: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Montserrat, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, The Bahamas, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands.
- meet the mandatory scholarship requirements, which include the Admission Requirements of the Master programme, as follows:
- Be employed, both at the time of application and throughout the duration of the programme, in a professional public procurement role within the government of a CDB Client country or a Caribbean public regional institution;
- having achieved at least a recognised Master’s level University degree;
- having at least five (5) years of relevant experience in-procurement, of which at least two (2) in public sector procurement;
- be proficient in written and spoken English;
- not have any business or personal relationships with CDB or the Tor Vergata University that would create an actual or perceived conflict of interest.
Note: to ensure the benefits of this capacity-building initiative are distributed equitably across all eligible countries:
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Only one (1) candidate from the same country will be eligible for a scholarship award from CDB in any given year.
CDB reserves the right to make exceptions to the above requirements in cases where there is a lack of other eligible candidates.
The selected candidate would be required to:
- Attend in-person lectures in Rome for a continuous period of 4.25 months.
- Be formally released from professional duties by their employer organisation for the duration of the in-person lectures in Rome, and have their employer’s support to undertake the distance learning module and any other required studies free from professional obligations .
- Complete a professional internship of 500 hours within their home organisation (or another institution acceptable to the University).
- Prepare a final dissertation consisting of a case study on procurement issues relevant to their organisation, country, and/or the Caribbean region.
- Continue serving their employer for at least 12 months after completing the programme. As a condition for confirming the scholarship award, an agreement must be reached with the candidate’s employer stipulating that the full tuition cost will be reimbursed if the candidate serves for less than the required period.
- Meet the eligibility and selection criteria outlined below.
- If selected, promptly initiate the CIMEA/Declaration of Value and Italian visa processes and comply with the relevant deadlines. Depending on the candidate’s country of residence, the visa process may require travel to another country for an in-person appointment.
Interview date, Process and Venue for International Master in Public Procurement Management (IMPPM) Master's Scholarship
The selection criteria will place particular emphasis on the candidates’ relevant professional experience, leadership potential, and ability to apply the knowledge gained to advance procurement outcomes and modernisation efforts in their home institutions, countries, and the wider Region, particularly in the areas of sustainable and inclusive procurement.
Selection Stages
- Shortlisting: After the application deadline, a CDB evaluation panel will review all submissions and shortlist up to six (6) candidates who best meet the eligibility and qualification criteria. Shortlisted candidates will then be contacted by the University to arrange an interview. At this stage, candidates may be asked to confirm their ability to be released from work duties for the required period, in accordance with the requirements in Section B above.
- Interviews and Final Selection: The University will interview shortlisted candidates to confirm their suitability for the programme. In consultation with CDB, the University will then identify three (3) candidates for scholarship awards.
- Successful candidates will receive an Admission Letter to the programme from the University and, in parallel, a Scholarship Offer Letter from CDB. The scholarship award will be confirmed upon the student meeting the University’s admission requirement.
Post-Programme Commitment
Scholarship recipients will be expected to share the knowledge gained from the Master’s programme within their home country and/or the broader Caribbean region. This may include giving presentations, facilitating training, or leading discussions on topics such as sustainable procurement, digital transformation, or innovative procurement strategies. Activities will be agreed with CDB, and the recipient’s employer and may be adjusted to fit organisational needs. Around 6-12 months after graduation, CDB will follow up with recipients to assess the scholarship’s impact.
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Application Deadline
October 3, 2026How to Apply
Applications should be in PDF format and sent at [email protected].
Submissions must include:
- An updated Curriculum Vitae;
- A motivational cover letter highlighting applicant’s interest in the scholarship programme; and
- A signed Declaration that the candidate meets all eligibility requirements set out in Section C1, including the absence of any actual or perceived conflict of interest. A template Declaration is attached to this Call for Applications and must be completed, signed and submitted as part of the application.
Interested candidates may at any time request further information on the process by emailing [email protected].
For more information, kindly visit Caribbean Development Bank Scholarship webpage.
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