Management

Management


Courses

Discover the essential skills and techniques needed to effectively create, manage, and evaluate program schedules for large, complex projects with earned value (EV) requirements. This course provides a deep dive into the principles of scheduling processes, schedule health assessment, risk analysis and integrating subcontractor schedule data, all while ensuring EV compliance.


November 1, 2024 to August 1, 2025, Canvas - Learning Management System
This course equips government agencies and contractors with practical methods to meet earned value management (EVM) analysis and reporting requirements. Designed for all experience levels, it covers advanced techniques and tools to ensure compliance and improve project management.


October 1, 2024 to August 1, 2025, Canvas - Learning Management System
Advance your understanding of federal contracting with this in-depth course tailored for professionals seeking to enhance their skills in managing and administering federal contracts. Building on the fundamentals of federal contract management, this course focuses on essential topics and practical strategies for navigating complex federal contracting environments.


November 1, 2024 to August 17, 2025, Canvas - Learning Management System
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the pivotal role that consistent costing and cost accounting practices play within the federal contracting environment. This course delves into every phase of the contracting lifecycle-from bid preparation and cost recording to reporting and invoicing-highlighting the importance of accuracy, compliance and effective cost management.


February 1, 2025 to August 17, 2025, Canvas - Learning Management System
Many government contracts require an Integrated Baseline Review (IBR), a critical process to evaluate project baselines and ensure alignment with contract objectives.


November 1, 2024 to August 1, 2025, Canvas - Learning Management System
The fundamental project management processes are covered in the foundation course: defining requirements, schedules, risk management, agile project management, and change control.


August 19, 2024 to August 17, 2025, Canvas - Learning Management System
Risk management is an essential requirement for a successful project management plan. Good risk assessment and quality controls help you address and avoid the costly expenses of reworking.


August 19, 2024 to August 17, 2025, Canvas - Learning Management System
Scope, cost, and schedule management are the cornerstones of project management. Was the project completed on time, aligned with the budget, and successful in meeting the customer's requirements?


August 19, 2024 to August 17, 2025, Canvas - Learning Management System
Project success depends on choosing, motivating, and leading the project team. Project teams are usually members who belong to different groups but are assigned to the same project.


August 18, 2024 to August 16, 2025, Canvas - Learning Management System

Certificate Programs

Master Integrated Project Performance with Earned Value Management

Updated Curriculum Reflects the Latest Government and Industry Standards!

Whether you're managing large-scale government contracts or leading internal project teams, this program equips you with the tools to track performance, control costs, and drive projects to successful completion.The Earned Value Management (EVM) Certificate Program helps you integrate scope, schedule, and cost into a unified system that supports real-time, data-driven decision-making.

Through expert-led instruction and hands-on application, you'll build a solid foundation in:

EVM principles, metrics, and terminology

Variance analysis and performance forecasting

Federal contract cost reporting requirements

Effective use of CPRG, FAR, and DCAA guidance

Applying EVM across technical and programmatic roles

This program is ideal for program managers, project control professionals, engineers, cost analysts, and anyone responsible for federal project performance, reporting, or compliance.

Why Enroll?

Gain practical tools and insight to ensure transparency, accountability, and success across the entire contract lifecycle-while meeting federal expectations for Earned Value Management.

Master the Full Lifecycle of Federal Contracts - From Proposal to Closeout

Newly Updated Curriculum Reflects the Latest Federal Regulations and Best Practices!

Whether you're new to federal contracts or looking to sharpen your skills, this program builds the knowledge and confidence needed to navigate the complex world of federal acquisition. Learn how to manage contracts efficiently and compliantly-from award through administration to closeout.Through real-world examples and expert-led instruction, you'll develop a solid foundation in:Federal contracting terminology and processesProposal preparation and compliancePost-award administration and performance trackingRoles and responsibilities across contract teamsThis program is ideal for contract specialists, project managers, schedulers, cost analysts, systems engineers, and technical leads who support or manage federal contract activities.

Why Enroll?Gain practical tools and insight to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and ensure contract success in government-funded projects.

Effective project management ensures projects run smoothly, employees stay on track and informed and client expectations are met. The Project Management Certificate builds a solid foundation for successful project management. Aligned with Project Management Institute (PMI®) framework, each course is responsive to the PMBOK© 7th edition and focuses on practical application, particularly in a government/contractor environment. Upon completion, participants are equipped to manage projects successfully. It also provides the 35 required hours of project management education required to be eligible for the PMP® Certification.

The "Project Scope, Cost, and Schedule Management" course can be applied to the Test and Evaluation Certificate.