July 25, 2022

The Service Contract Labor Standards statute determines wages federal contractors must pay their employees. You will learn the Department of Labor (DOL) regulations that govern it, and how it applies to the acquisition process. You will enhance your learning by examining a provided comprehensive...

The best leaders navigate dynamic environments, inspire commitment and engagement, and foster collaboration — and do so by demonstrating a high degree of emotional intelligence (EI). While emotions are inherent to all, learning how to recognize and respond to them is a learned behavior. Through...

The life of a Federal Government real property lease spans 5 to 20 years, often involving millions of dollars. Negotiating a fair price and terms saves time, money, and resources. Gaining the skills and tactics to successfully and lawfully negotiate contracts is a challenge even with knowledge of...

A concrete understanding of contracting principles can yield numerous benefits, even for non-contracting personnel. Build a strong foundation for future contracting work through an introduction to the Federal acquisition process by participating in extensive and relevant simulations. With an...

HR plays a crucial role in managing the Federal workforce and mission results. To that end, Federal HR’s success depends on how well individuals work together. You will gain a comprehensive overview of HR and how it works: processes, tools, and rules and regulations from OPM, Federal agencies,...

Business analysis (BA) techniques and approaches aren’t just for analysts, but for all organizational contributors who seek to deliver value to stakeholders. Learning BA concepts can benefit your career and further your organization’s goals. In this course, you will examine the BA knowledge...

Federal personnel, regardless of their roles, should have a working understanding of Federal financial management processes. You will align your work with your organization’s financial concerns and contribute to its effectiveness armed with this foundational knowledge of Federal laws. You will...

The FAC-P/PM IT Core-Plus specialization program addresses the specialized knowledge and abilities unique to IT projects. OMB’s Office of eGovernment and Information Technology highlighted the importance of strong P/PMs in managing Information Technology (IT) programs. You will focus on the...

Virtual teams are commonplace in most organizations; however, successfully leading a team that is geographically dispersed requires nuanced leadership and management skills. This course explores characteristics of effective virtual teams and provides a framework for building or revitalizing...

Insight into sound business strategy is critical to problem-solving and decision-making within a mission-critical organization. Developing a strong foundation in data analysis techniques helps lead to this gained insight. You will learn numerous analytical techniques, including data preparation,...

Women represent a critical segment of the global workforce, yet there are few opportunities for them to explore the unique challenges they face in the professional work environment and the resulting contributions and perspectives they offer as leaders. This course offers the opportunity for women...

A professional memo or email should not read the same as a social media post or a message to a friend. Communicating effectively in a professional manner with the correct tone and style can be difficult. But by building on your knowledge of writing basics, you will learn to write various types of...

Managers of contracting organizations face challenges when it comes to their unique responsibilities. This workshop marries the distinct responsibilities of being a team lead, or supervising contracting officer, and overseeing contract management. Through self-assessments, case studies,...

Numerous legal considerations must be taken into account during the procurement process. You will learn the basic principles and sources of law relevant to procurement through this Federal Acquisition Certification Contracting (FAC-C) and Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA)...

Federal personnel who work with Congress should know how it is organized, how it functions, and how to interact with congressional committees that oversee agency programs and appropriated funds. You will establish a working knowledge of Congress by exploring best practices for interacting with...

Simplified acquisitions require an understanding of the processes and guidelines that govern acquisitions under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. Not only will you use practical exercises based on actual legal decisions to apply the basics of simplified acquisitions, but you will also be...

Every project will, at some point, get into trouble. But knowing when a project is failing and what corrective action to take can get it back on track and successfully completed. Understanding both the human and process dimensions of successfully assessing and recovering challenged projects is...

This comprehensive P3O® course will cover the knowledge required to pass the P3O® Foundation and Practitioner examinations. The training course will allow individuals to analyse, distinguish, and review the success or failure of projects, with a full appreciation of differing principles and...

This comprehensive course will equip candidates with the basic tools and techniques of P3O®, and educate them on the constituents of a successful P3O®. This certification enables individuals to contribute to an office or enterprise in a supporting role. P3O® Foundation is a valuable certification...

A key component of a larger process, understanding systems development – from requirements to test and evaluation – is integral to understanding the Total Life- Cycle Systems Management environment. Through examples, in-depth discussions, and analyses of current events, you will learn strategies...

The key difference between cooperative agreements and other award options is substantial agency involvement. But how do you establish parameters around that involvement? You will learn to identify and select the appropriate award instrument, manage agency involvement, and take the steps necessary...

The Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) Uniform Guidance: Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, (2 CFR 200) is the cornerstone of Federal grants and financial assistance. You will learn when and how these requirements apply to program...

Federal managers are required to continuously assess and report on the status of internal control, an integral part of financial management, to comply with laws and regulations. Build on your knowledge of internal control by understanding how programs and processes should be designed and...

The acquisition of goods and services with Federal money requires diligence and business acumen. You will be able to conduct acquisitions for your organization with confidence with a better understanding of price and cost analyses in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). This...

An effective budget allows agencies to fulfill their mission and deliver their programs. But how does the budget function support the overall goals of the agency? You will learn about budget formulation as an essential step in the process of securing financial resources for your agency. You will...

Without proper knowledge in all aspects of agency budget function, Federal personnel are unable to support organizational compliance with laws and regulations such as the Government Performance and Results Modernization Act (GPRAMA). In-depth discussions and practical exercises will provide you...

Maintain your FAC-COR or DoD-COR Certification in an advanced class facilitated by an expert who can answer your most nuanced questions. Going far beyond just developing COR documentation, you will develop critical thinking, procurement strategy, requirements definition, and contract management...

The Federal grant application process can be overwhelming. Taking the appropriate planning steps can make the application process easier and more fluid. You will cover the Federal financial assistance process from identifying and qualifying opportunities to submission. You will navigate...

Auditors and those impacted by audits must understand the various components of performance audits as outlined in the Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS). After using a design matrix tool that assists in planning, you will learn other standards and techniques for conducting...