Instructor-Led Training

Spectrum Economics, Trading, Financing, and Pricing in a Liberalized Market

Advanced professional training examining the economic value, pricing, regulation, financing and trading of radio spectrum in competitive and liberalized telecommunications markets.

8–12 February 2027 Johannesburg In Person 5 Days
Programme Fee USD 800
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Programme Overview

Understand the economic value and strategic management of radio spectrum.

Radio spectrum is a strategic national resource that supports telecommunications, broadcasting, satellite communications, research, telemetry, IoT and a wide range of wireless applications.

This programme examines spectrum from an economic, regulatory and investment perspective, helping professionals understand how spectrum can be priced, allocated, traded and efficiently utilised in a liberalized market.

Participants will explore international approaches to spectrum auctions, secondary markets, licensing, competition, financing and economic valuation, supported by practical case studies and project-based learning.

At a glance

  • 5-day instructor-led professional programme
  • Johannesburg delivery
  • Advanced level
  • Economics, regulation, finance and spectrum trading
  • International case studies
  • Practical project assignment
  • Certificate upon successful completion
Who Should Attend

Designed for professionals shaping spectrum policy, investment and markets.

Spectrum managers and regulatory professionals
Senior and middle telecommunications executives
Regulators and policy professionals
Investors and financial institutions
Mobile and fixed network operators
ISPs and satellite communications operators
Broadcasters and service providers
ICT, R&D and innovation leaders
Learning Outcomes

What participants will gain

01

Evaluate Spectrum Value

Assess the economic value of radio spectrum and the factors influencing spectrum pricing and investment.

02

Analyse Pricing Models

Compare spectrum pricing, licensing and allocation approaches across different market environments.

03

Understand Spectrum Trading

Examine auctions, secondary markets and other mechanisms for spectrum trading.

04

Assess Economic Impact

Examine the contribution of spectrum and broadband wireless services to GDP and wider economic growth.

05

Evaluate Investment Options

Explore financing approaches including joint ventures, public-private partnerships and institutional investment.

06

Develop Practical Strategies

Apply spectrum economics concepts to practical broadband wireless planning, costing and implementation decisions.

Programme Content

Five days of focused spectrum economics and market analysis.

Day 01
Spectrum as a Trade Commodity & Economic Asset
Day 02
Regulatory Frameworks, Pricing & Competitive Markets
Day 03
Spectrum, GDP, Investment & Economic Growth
Day 04
Spectrum Scarcity, Interference, Hoarding & Efficient Utilisation
Day 05
Spectrum Trading, Auctions & Practical Project Development
Programme Details

Essential information

Duration 5 Days
Dates 8–12 February 2027
Location Johannesburg
Delivery In Person
Level Advanced
Certificate Certificate of Completion
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Ready to attend?

Secure your place on the Spectrum Economics, Trading, Financing, and Pricing programme. Individual booking and secure online payment are available through the Photonics International booking system.

Programme Fee USD 800
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Corporate Training

Your organisation doesn’t need to fit our calendar.

We can deliver this programme privately for your organisation, with the content, schedule and delivery format aligned to your team’s requirements.

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