August 31, 2022

The development of realistic and compliant budget proposals for Federal grant applications requires extensive planning and detail. You will develop a budget worksheet and narrative based on common Federal grant requirements. You will walk through the process, including requirements gathering,...

The Department of Defense (DoD) Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) System determines which programs meet military strategy requirements and the amount of funding received. Financial and program management professionals must understand the rules and procedures that govern the...

Simplified acquisition procedures are intended to make acquisitions easier; these contracts must still meet certain requirements and comply with the rules and regulations outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13. Through this refresher course, you will reacquaint yourself with...

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...

Coaching employees is one of the most challenging aspects of supervising. Helping them gain new insights and make effective decisions can empower them to improve competence and align their work with the organization’s mission. The Anytime Coaching model provides supervisors with approaches to...

Whether you are managing a small, low-risk project or a multi-million-dollar initiative, project management tools, techniques, and practices enable you to get the job done—at budget and within deadline. You will gain an understanding of how to apply project management skills to successfully...

Federal project and program managers learn to describe the various contracting requirements in statements of work; concept of operations; and cost, schedule, scope, and support documents to provide planning for the intended procurement of programs or projects. You will examine the three phases of...

Federal personnel who award and manage grants and cooperative agreements need a complete understanding of the Federal grants lifecycle. This includes recognizing the legal basis for issuing Federal financial assistance and all the responsibilities that come with it. From preaward through...

Teams are often defined by reporting relationships or project assignment. But truly working together requires intention, planning, and collaboration. To build and sustain team performance, you must be able to convert a group of people into a high-performing team. You will develop skills to build...

You receive a Federal grant; what are the next steps? You need to manage the grant for both compliance and results. Develop a working understanding of issues that affect day-to-day operations and Federal grant management through a series of exercises and discussions. You will cover topics such as...