Contract Management Certificate

3 COURSES
100% ONLINE
ENROLLING MONTHLY
225 MILITARY CLOCK HOURS

Maximize efficiency for your organization.

Become a contract management expert. Learn the practical knowledge and the essential terminology, concepts, principles and theories used to oversee the contract lifecycle. Students learn to effectively construct and implement authentic contract management solutions to common organizational challenges using a research-oriented approach and situational analysis. Identify and practice strategies, tactics and skills needed to successfully negotiate a contract in any industry or government.

Prepare for NCMA Certification. ��ֱ�� is��an NCMA training provider. Students may use this program and its courses as hours to sit for the exam.

LEARNED SKILLS

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Procurement
Negotiation
Commercial Acquisition
Uniform Commercial Code

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Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
Complex Non-Commercial Acquisition
Ethical Contracting
Conflict Resolution

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Compliance
Government Contracting Best Practices
Leadership
Stakeholder Management

WHO SHOULD ENROLL?

Early to mid-level procurement and contract management professionals looking to advance in their careers.
Professionals who are moving between private industry and government contracting.
People from adjacent fields who would like to move into a career in contract management.
Anyone looking to start a business that contracts with the government or other organizations.��

EMPLOYMENT OUTLOOK

77K

Estimated # of National Job Openings

$136K

Purchasing Manager Median Salary

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��Principles +��Practice Learning Model

An innovative and unique model of learning, ��ֱ��’s Principles and Practice Model provides students the utmost flexibility.
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��Principles is the foundation of each course, fully asynchronous, providing students with the essential information they need to expand their skill sets and increase their expertise.
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��Practice is designed to build upon Principles to enhance student learning through collaboration and practical application. Weekly, faculty-led live class sessions complement the asynchronous coursework and enable students to participate in a rich learning environment that encourages open dialogue and respectful disagreement, crucial skills for personal and professional growth.

ENROLLMENT OPTIONS

COURSES

Complete all three courses to earn the full certificate.

Commercial Contract Management

In this course, students examine the theory and practice of commercial management in a business enterprise. The course reviews the legal framework for commercial acquisition contracts. The course also examines in detail the Uniform Commercial Code as it relates to basic contract law to help students who engage in commercial transactions understand its applicability. This course will also be helpful for those interested in testing for the Certified Commercial Contract Manager (CCCM) certification.

Textbook purchase required.

Principles Microcourse

Practice Microcourse

Course Details

Government Contract Management

Examine the theory and practice of federal acquisition management. Review the pre- and post-award contracting process with a focus on complex, non-commercial acquisitions. Develop the skills and knowledge to perform the role of business advisor, applying ethical principles and sound judgement to resolve contracting issues.

Textbook purchase required.

Principles Microcourse

Practice Microcourse

Course Details

Advanced Contract Management

This course covers the Contract Management Body of Knowledge (CMBOK) in advanced contracting topics. Emphasis on theory and practice to allow students to learn the underlying principles and use of current tools in the field. This course teaches specialized knowledge in commercial and government contracting.

Textbook purchase required.

Principles Microcourse

Practice Microcourse

Course Details

Choose the model that is right for you:

CERTIFICATE

3 Courses

15% discount over single microcourse
Unlock access to Career Management services, including two 60-minute personalized advising sessions
A mix of asynchronous online coursework and assessments with weekly live virtual class sessions led by faculty
Increased interaction between you, faculty and peer professionals during the course
Digital Badge for each course completed
Certificate upon program completion

COURSE

Principles + Practice Course Bundle

10% discount over single microcourse
Unlock access to Career Management services, including one 60-minute personalized advising session
A mix of asynchronous online coursework and assessments with weekly live virtual class sessions led by faculty
Increased interaction between you, faculty and peer professionals during the course
Digital Badge

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COURSES

MICROCOURSE

Principles

Maximum flexibility with no live class sessions
100% online asynchronous coursework and assessments
1:1 faculty support throughout coursework

COURSES

CREDENTIALS

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