September 14, 2022

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

As today’s organizations evolve, leadership strategies must evolve as well. By building on established leadership practices, you will learn advanced leadership skills and techniques to engage your organization strategically through culture change. Gain the ability to lead others through learned...

Understanding the intricacies of the Defense Working Capital Fund (DWCF), a revolving fund financial structure used by DoD for businesslike activities, is a challenge for even the most skilled Federal financial managers. Supporting the effective and accurate operation of these funds is integral...

Effective management of a project’s requirements—particularly as they change—can ensure that deliverables accurately align with the stated needs. You will learn to identify and manage project stakeholders, and to manage requirements throughout your project. You will gain the skills to implement a...

You’ve conducted valuable data analysis, but how do you capture the value of that analysis to ensure decision-makers in your organization understand the results so they can make sound decisions? How do you determine if the results of your analysis meet the organizational need? Through...

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has found that billions in Federal grant awards are subject to waste, fraud, and abuse. Grant recipients and other grants personnel must be vigilant in detecting and preventing fraud in grant administration. You will gain an understanding of potential...