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SUMMARY:57th PURC International Training Program on Utility Regulation and Strategy
DESCRIPTION:The international training program is an intensive course specifically tailored to the professional requirements of utility regulators and regulatory staff. The course is designed to enhance the economic\, technical\, and policy skills required for implementing policies and managing sustainable regulatory systems for infrastructure sectors. Each program encompasses more than 35 sessions that include case studies\, practical exercises and panel discussions with leading experts and international faculty. You will learn: \n\nWhy countries are reforming their utility sectors and the basic approaches\nHow competition affects tariff rebalancing\, cross-subsidization\, and funding of social obligations\nHow to conduct price reviews\nHow to determine the cost of capital and assess the projects\, particularly in countries with scarce or unreliable cost information\nWhat incentive rules promote competition\, efficiency\, and innovation\nWhat the effective regulatory strategies are for monitoring performance and enforcing compliance\nWhere competitive forces can be introduced or strengthened\nWhat the key considerations are in rate design\nWhat the key considerations are for the establishment and functioning of regulatory institutions\nHow the regulatory process can promote legitimacy and credibility of regulatory decisions\n\nApply now!\nSubmit your application for the PURC International Training Program on Utility Regulation and Strategy \nArtificial Intelligence in Utility Regulation\nAs the utility landscape rapidly evolves\, the role of emerging technologies—especially Artificial Intelligence—is becoming increasingly important. At PURC\, we are committed to equipping you with the tools and insights to stay ahead. We’re excited to highlight for the June program: Artificial Intelligence in Utility Regulation. This year\, participants in the PURC/World Bank International Training Program on Utility Regulation and Strategy will receive a two-part video series on the Basics of AI for Utility Regulation. These videos explore: \n\nWhat AI is and how it works\nReal-world applications in utility regulation\nThe benefits and risks regulators need to consider\n\nThen\, during the on-site program\, we’ll dive deeper in Session 15: The Challenge of Artificial Intelligence. This interactive session will help you explore how AI is already shaping decision-making—and how you can be involved. \nProgram Fees\nUS $8\,795 for utility regulators US $10\,995 for staff from private or public infrastructure companies The fee includes the following: \n\nProgram tuition\nAccommodations for 11 nights (arrival Sunday\, June 7\, and departure Thursday\, June 18)\nDaytime meals on weekday training days (breakfast\, refreshment breaks and lunch)\nClosing Program Awards Reception Wednesday\nReading and classroom material\nBasic Economic Training (this economic refresher will be delivered virtually via Zoom in advance of the program)\nBasics of AI for Utility Regulation two-part video series\n\nPURC training is part of a package of programs that support the creation and training of infrastructure regulators. The World Bank\, through the Private Provision of Public Services group\, provided seed money to PURC in 1996. \nQuestions?\nContact us via email with any questions about the program.
URL:https://warrington.ufl.edu/event/57th-purc-international-training-program-on-utility-regulation-and-strategy/
LOCATION:Hilton-University of Florida Conference Center\, 1714 SW 34th Street\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training, Development and Workshops
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SUMMARY:MBA Coffee Chat - St. Petersburg
DESCRIPTION:Chat one-on-one with an MBA Admissions team member in St. Petersburg to explore MBA program options at UF Warrington.\n\n\nMeet one-on-one with a member of the MBA Admissions team at Paradeco Coffee Roasters to determine if an MBA from the University of Florida Warrington College of Business is a fit for you. This is the perfect opportunity to share your story\, learn more about our MBA program options\, application process\, and ask any questions you may have over coffee. \nSpace is limited. To RSVP for a one-on-one session\, register for one of the time slots available at the following times: \nFriday\, June 12\, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM \nYou may review the time slots available by clicking the green ‘Register‘ button and scrolling through the available time slots. An RSVP is required to attend. Please RSVP for one time slot only. \nWe look forward to meeting you!
URL:https://warrington.ufl.edu/event/mba-coffee-chat-st-petersburg-2/
LOCATION:Paradeco Coffee Roasters\, 111 2nd Avenue Northeast\, ##101\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prospective Student Events
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