August 22, 2022

Even experienced Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs) need to keep pace with the rapidly changing acquisition world. You will refresh your knowledge of COR duties and best practices while satisfying the requirements for maintenance training. From dealing with subcontracts to ethics in...

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...

Accurate Federal financial statements help build taxpayer confidence that Federally-appropriated funds are being managed as intended. If you are responsible for preparing, reviewing, or auditing Federal financial statements, you know how important these accounting functions are in supporting...

The Antideficiency Act (ADA) is the set of rules and regulations governing Federal appropriations and has ramifications for both agencies and individual employees. You will learn the legal provisions surrounding the acceptance of gifts, travel benefits, and other illegal augmentations to an...

Project managers juggle many projects simultaneously in today’s fast-paced environment. Managing multiple projects and prioritizing competing demands requires effective delegation and strategies for monitoring and controlling. You will gain insight into the challenges associated with balancing...

Many budget and program analysts understand the nuances of the budget process, but understanding how to leverage Microsoft Excel to analyze budgets and finances is a value-added skill for any organization. This skill is critical to the accurate and timely preparation of budget worksheets. After...

How do you incorporate strategic considerations into your daily communication? Communicating strategically involves intentional communication that strengthens professional relationships and builds a productive working environment. Learn to communicate intentionally and strategically in daily...

The tenets of Agile have been steadily transforming Federal project management (PM). As a project manager, you must stay current with best practices—which includes Agile. You will learn Agile PM methodologies that apply to the Federal environment, including acquisitions and non-IT projects. You...

Improve upon the success of your organization by developing the analytical skills needed to evaluate and solve problems. After an introduction to a structured 6-Step Analytics Process Model, you will learn to apply these steps through collaborative scenarios and conduct analysis projects using...

Data analysis is only useful if it pertains to an organization’s most complex challenges and requirements. You will learn the core tools used to analyze data, how to model data with appropriate analysis techniques, and the skills to interpret and then answer the hypotheses you constructed....

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...

Cost-reimbursement contracts for services, supplies, and research and development come with a set of unique demands and requirements. Contracting personnel are tasked with understanding the various types of cost-reimbursement contracts, how to administer them, and best practices for managing...

An organization’s ability to effectively control financial resources; meet legal and regulatory obligations; and minimize the risk of fraud, waste, and abuse is vital to its health. Ensure your organization’s success through facilitated discussion-based learning that will enable you to establish...

Internal controls are integral to effective grants management. In order to conduct effective internal controls, grants managers need a foundational knowledge of Government Accountability Office (GAO) standards, risk management, and requirements outlined in 2 CFR 200. You will practice applying...

Leaders exist at all levels of an organization, and face challenges no matter their role. But with challenges come opportunities. Learn how to identify and seek out those opportunities, and use your strengths to communicate effectively, build relationships, and solve problems. Using real-world...

This week-long course will introduce you to areas of financial management beyond your current daily responsibilities. The field of Defense financial management is both demanding and complex, covering a multitude of interrelated disciplines and informed by an elaborate body of fiscal law. As the...

Understanding the legal framework behind the FAR is essential for acquisition team members’ professional competence and growth. You will walk through the full range of legal issues that frequently arise in Federal contracting by reading and evaluating actual cases from the Comptroller General,...

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...

An organization’s success depends on the quality and performance of their employees. To drive organizational success and develop a high-performing workforce, agencies use workforce planning to shape employee recruitment and placement, development, and compensation. But how is workforce planning...

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...

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 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...

Experienced contracting personnel understand the contracting process but may not be aware of the specifics of architect-engineering services contracting, including relevant laws and regulations. You will gain the knowledge and skills to apply the unique aspects of contracting for...

Government employees often face serious repercussions when Federally-appointed funds are used incorrectly. Complying with appropriations law requirements is a critical component of stewarding Federal funds. By exploring the Government Accountability Office's (GAO's) Principles of Federal...

Successful grants managers understand how the Federal cost principles affect their awards. Gain a firm grounding and practical experience in the concepts central to cost principles by applying them to different recipient types. Use the cost principles throughout the grants lifecycle: budget...

Working on Virtual Teams provides the opportunity to learn about the value, advantages, and challenges that come with working remotely and collaborating with teams in virtual settings. You will engage with topics through interactions and activities to create a solid foundation for a virtual team,...

Knowing how to perform cost and price analyses is vital to your project’s budgetary success. Adhering to the FAR and Contract Pricing Reference Guides (CPRG), you will learn not only the basics of conducting a cost and price analysis, but also master the necessary quantitative tools. This is a...

When workplace problems arise, an organization needs to think critically and develop solutions. Explore the nuances of critical thinking to challenge your own thinking, frame problems, and formulate plans. Starting with an opening exercise that stretches your creative thinking and finishing 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...

Business analysts and project managers cannot achieve project objectives without first conducting effective requirements gathering and analysis. This critical first step can determine whether a project will be successful or encounter problems throughout the project life cycle. You will learn how...

This three-day course provides contracting personnel who purchase and administer construction contracts a comprehensive review of the overall construction contracting process. Coverage includes contract formation, solicitation, award, and administration. Exercises and case studies will allow...