Government agencies and contractors engaged in government contracts face a common challenge - how to efficiently and effectively meet earned value management (EVM) analysis and reporting requirements. This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of practical methods to ensure compliance, regardless of the size or complexity of the contract.

Whether you're a novice analyst seeking to build a solid foundation or a seasoned professional looking for a refresher, this course caters to all experience levels. We'll dive deep into advanced analytical techniques, guiding you through the process of not just calculating metrics but also interpreting them. Learn how to craft compelling narratives that tell the story behind your analysis, offering insights from both the government and contractor perspectives. Through hands-on exercises, you'll gain experience applying formulas, methods and techniques to address common challenges in EVM. This course provides the practical knowledge and tools you need to confidently navigate EVM analysis and reporting, ensuring compliance while driving insightful project management.

What You Will Learn:

• Determine EVM compliance and reporting requirements: Understand the key regulatory frameworks and guidelines for EVM.
• Identify EVM terms and metrics: Master essential terms and metrics fundamental to EVM analysis.
• Calculate EVM metrics using formulae: Learn how to accurately calculate key performance metrics.
• Develop and validate EACs: Ensure the accuracy and realism of cost projections using estimates at completion (EACs).
• Identify IPMDAR components and applications: Understand integrated program management data and reporting's (IPMDAR) critical elements.
• Develop variance analysis reports: Learn how to effectively analyze and report variances to track project health.
• Establish variance reporting thresholds: Set appropriate thresholds to monitor project performance.
• Craft an effective narrative behind the metric: Communicate the story behind the numbers to support decision-making.

This is the third course of the four-course Earned Value Management Certificate program.

Earn 1.4 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).