RUP - Il responsabile unico del progetto
The Unique Project Manager, a strategic and future-oriented figure as an agent of change for PA
Advanced training course for the qualification of contracting authorities
The increasing complexity of public investment projects requires Contracting Authority Project Managers (RUPs) who can do more than ensure regulatory compliance. Today's RUPs must be able to lead processes, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and support strategic decision-making throughout the entire project lifecycle. Under the Italian Public Contracts Code, the RUP has become a key figure in strengthening the capabilities of contracting authorities and enabling public organizations to deliver works, services, and supplies effectively.
This program provides an integrated perspective on the RUP role, combining legal, organizational, and managerial capabilities with practical tools in Project Management and Construction Management through a highly applied learning approach based on real-world cases and field experience.
Specifically, this program will enable you to:
- Lead the Contracting Authority Project Manager (RUP) role throughout the entire public procurement lifecycle, from planning and procurement to contract execution, within the framework of the Italian Public Contracts Code.
- Integrate legal, organizational, and managerial capabilities to coordinate complex investment projects, public works, services, and supplies.
- Apply Project Management, Construction Management, risk management, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and operational planning tools to improve project delivery, quality, and control.
- Assess and manage Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and Project Finance initiatives by interpreting the latest regulatory framework and public-private collaboration models.
- Strengthen your leadership capabilities in managing stakeholders, project teams, and Permanent Organizational Structures (SOS), contributing to the qualification and effectiveness of contracting authorities.
This program qualifies toward the 40 training hours required under the Zangrillo Directive.
The program is part of the "Management course for processes implementing public works and infrastructures” (GePROPI) competency area of the Government Academy. Explore all programs and contact us to create a customized education pathway. For more information Learn more
Is this program right for you?
This program is designed for Contracting Authority Project Managers (RUPs), executives, public officials, heads of technical services, designers, construction managers, Project Managers, and professionals involved in the delivery of public works, services, and supplies who want to strengthen the capabilities required by the evolving regulatory framework and the qualification requirements for contracting authorities.
Connect with our advisors
Learning is never linear. It takes shape over time, combining specific learning needs with practical tools matched to your own challenges.
Talk to our team of Program Advisors to identify the path that best fits your goals and find out how to build a broader development plan through the SDA Bocconi Executive Education Certificate.
Get in touch with Patrizia Trivellato
SDA Bocconi Executive Education Certificate
Your initial conversation with our Program Advisors helps shape your path, clarifying your goals and participation options. It is also the required first step toward earning the Executive Education Certificate.
The SDA Bocconi Executive Education Certificate is the formal recognition awarded upon completion of a learning plan designed around your managerial needs. With the Certificate, every program you attend becomes part of a broader design, built on your growth objectives.
What you will learn
The program consists of 4 days totaling 32 equivalent hours and is built on 8 pillars:
How you will learn
Business Cases
Real business situations that enable participants to explore specific managerial challenges by analyzing strategic decisions and the growth path of an organization.
Guest Speakers
Opportunities to exchange ideas and perspectives with managers and entrepreneurs, gaining first-hand insights into business challenges and leadership experiences. Sessions may take place either in the classroom or at the guest company's premises.
Program direction & faculty
- Remo Dalla LongaAssociate Professor of PracticeArea: Government, Health and Not for ProfitResearch domains: Business Government Relations
- Niccolò CusumanoArea: Government, Health and Not for ProfitResearch domains: Business Government Relations
- Fabio AmatucciArea: Government, Health and Not for ProfitResearch domains: Business Government Relations
- Angelo Ciribini
Professore, Università degli Studi di Brescia; esperto internazionale di BIM e digitalizzazione delle costruzioni
- Antonio Vettese
Sistema Progetto Srl, esperto di processi realizzativi di opere pubbliche
- Francesco Vitola
Research domains: Public management
With us, the program becomes reality
The Program Management team supports participants from enrollment through to the end of the program, coordinating and managing every organizational aspect.
SDA Bocconi Campus - Roma
Information
Location
SDA Bocconi School of Management,
Via Nibby 20, 00161 Roma.By attending at least 80% of the classes, you will receive a Certificate of Participation and a digital badge to share with your network on LinkedIn.
Fees
€ 2.500 + VAT
The fee is exclusive of VAT.
Contacts
Program Advisor
Patrizia Trivellato
tel. +39 02 5836 6605
patrizia.trivellato@sdabocconi.itProgram Manager
Sofia Basile
tel. +39 02 5836 6605
sofia.basile@sdabocconi.it
Special payment terms
Bocconi Alumni
Bocconi Alumni are entitled to a 20% reduction on participation fees. To take advantage of the discount, please enter your Alumnus status when registering by indicating “ALUMNI 20” in the notes section. Remember that without this indication, the discount will not be applicable.
Women are good for business
To foster and contribute to women’s professional development, SDA Bocconi School of Management offers them until 8 March 2028 a 20% discount on the participation fee for all Executive Open Programs and Executive Online Programs.
Multiple enrollments
Companies, institutions and public bodies that enroll at least 3 participants in a single program are granted a 20% discount for each registration fee. The concession is not applicable for personal enrollment and must be formalized by the start date of the course.
Corporate education programs
In the case of learning needs involving several resources of the same company enrolled in more than one program, it is possible to define a customized plan from the specific needs of the organization. In this case, our Program Advisors are available to build with the client organizations ad hoc training plans with special pricing.
Partnerships and channel agreements
SDA Bocconi offers the possibility to initiate collaborations that allow them to expand the portfolio of educational trainings to be offered to their members. In this case, the School is available to evaluate partnerships and channel agreements so as to respond in a timely manner to the specific needs of the organization.
By attending at least 80% of the classes, you will receive a certificate of participation in the program and a digital badge to share with your network on LinkedIn.
Additional benefits
Accreditations
SNA Accreditation
An application for accreditation has been submitted to the National School of Administration (SNA) for the delivery of training activities in the field of public procurement, in accordance with Decree No. 22 of 13 February 2024 issued by the President of the National School of Administration.
SNA has approved the accreditation request for training activities on public procurement, pursuant to Decree No. 22 of February 13, 2024, issued by the President of the National School of Public Administration.
For the Italian National Council of Engineers
Accreditation has been requested from the Italian National Council of Engineers (minimum attendance requirement: 90%).
For the Order of Architects
Accreditation has been requested from Order of Architects, Planners, Landscape Architects and Conservators of the Province of Milan, (minimum attendance requirement: 80%).
The Zangrillo Directive
The Zangrillo Directive requires 40 hours of training. We help you make the most of them.
- Meet training requirements in full compliance with the Directive
- Build a learning journey that creates impact and delivers public value
- Develop managerial capabilities, not just technical skills
- Immediately apply what you learn within your organization
- Improve performance, streamline processes, and drive innovation
The Zangrillo Directive makes 40 hours of training mandatory for public sector employees. We help turn a regulatory requirement into a strategic opportunity.
With SDA Bocconi programs for public sector professionals, you can:
Upon request, participants may take a post-program assessment at the end of the course to verify the competencies acquired. Successful completion of the assessment entitles participants to receive a certificate attesting the positive outcome of the training, in compliance with the Zangrillo Directive of 16 January 2025.
Download the brochure and discover how to turn the 40 hours required by the Zangrillo Directive into tangible value.
The brochure walks you through the program and the SDA Bocconi experience. Inside you'll find:
The full calendar
The application process
Participant stories
The campus experience
