Course Detail: CE-2155 - Vendor Management [CE 2155]

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Overview

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's (ERAU) Vendor Management is designed for those flight department employees who will manage and negotiate contracts with qualified vendors and service providers using accepted business practices in order to procure needed services, equipment, and supplies for the department. This course is part of Embry-Riddle's Corporate Aviation Management Certificate (CAMC) program.

This course awards .8 Continuing Education Unit upon completion. (CEU)

Who Should Attend

Since expert aviation management affects every individual and department, professionals working in various capacities across the aviation industry can benefit from this knowledge including:

  • Business aviation and corporate flight department managers
  • Corporate pilots taking on new management rolls in their corporate flight department
  • Professionals working in the industry looking to advance their understanding of business aviation operations


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Course Objectives

The course covers the following topics:

  • Needed services, equipment and supplies
  • Fair bidding practices
  • Corporate procurement practices
  • Accepted industry business practices
  • Pricing levels and structures
  • Selecting qualified vendors
  • Contract aircraft maintenance programs
  • Negotiation strategies and contract law

Course Information

This is an online asynchronous instructor facilitated course with weekly modules and assignments, but no scheduled meeting times. Students should plan to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week working through the course. Coursework is web-based with no additional software required, although a reliable internet connection is recommended. All courses open 48 business hours in advance of each start date, and must be completed by their scheduled end dates. Digital certificates are available upon successful completion of individual courses. Printed certificates are mailed only upon completion of a full certificate program.

 Session Information: W0525-CE2155-V1

Schedule: Every day, starting on 05/01/25 and ending on 05/28/25
Times: 12:00am-11:59pm EDT
Vendor Management : $400.00