Learn how successful project managers overcome the collaboration and communication challenges that come with being a member of an integrated project team. You will participate in exercises that reinforce concepts learned in the prerequisite course. You will craft and communicate solutions to simulated project management challenges, including identifying capability gaps and selecting a solution. This course follows successful completion of the online FPM 120 (Part I) entry-level fundamentals course or FPM 120A & 120B (Acquisition Fundamentals of Project and Program Management).

Understand how scientific, management, engineering, and technical skills are used in system planning, research, and development to ensure large-scale project or program efficacy. With an overview of federal acquisition processes and guidelines through exercises that build on each other, you will gain the knowledge and experience to successfully develop and manage requirements. This course meets the requirements for the Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) at the Entry Level.

Examine the three phases of the acquisition lifecycle: planning, contract formation, and performance and administration, and gain a foundational understanding of federal contracting. 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. This course meets the requirements for Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) certification at the Entry Level.

Learn the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources. You will examine how to monitor and inspect costs, work, and contractor performance. This course meets the requirements for the Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) at the Entry Level.

Learn key leadership skills, including building relationships, solving problems, and managing conflict. You will apply the concepts and skills gained throughout the course to exercises based on real-world scenarios. This course meets the requirements for the Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) at the Entry Level.

Gain the systems management skills to address challenges, shifting priorities, and public demand to deliver high-quality results. A foundation in the requirements development process sets the stage for furthering your abilities in decision analysis methods and technical assessments—all in support of systems management. You will apply what you learn by participating in hands-on, experiential exercises. This course is meets the requirements for the Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) at the Mid-Level.

Program and project managers need a thorough grasp of federal acquisitions. This course distinguishes private and public sector contracting and delves into the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) System and the acquisition lifecycle. It covers leadership in planning, source selection, proposal evaluation, and contract administration. Additionally, it reviews critical aspects of planning contract administration, performance measurement against baselines, and monitoring contractor performance.

Learn foundational concepts such as cost estimating, earned value management (EVM), and federal budgeting to be successful on your next project. You will also gain the skills to create a business case and budget. This course is verified to meet the requirements for the Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) at the Mid-Level.

Learn how managers in the federal environment must demonstrate creative and innovative leadership that helps to build and maintain high-performing teams to support organizational goals. Explore key leadership skills, learn to manage conflict, practice making decisions, and develop the tools to advance team members’ competency. This course meets the requirements for the Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) at the Mid-Level.

Explore the nuances of systems development—from requirements to test and evaluation—in order to understand the Total Life Cycle Systems Management environment. Through examples, in-depth discussions, and analyses of current events, you will learn strategies to evaluate systems development challenges and gain a comprehensive understanding of how to use systems engineering and lifecycle logistics to manage systems. This course meets the requirements for the Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) certification at the Senior-Level.

Discover the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully manage a federal contract. You will learn to develop statements of work, concept of operations, cost, schedule, scope, and support documents to provide best planning for the intended procurement of programs or projects. This course meets the requirements for the Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) certification at the Senior-Level.

Learn to operationalize the principles, methods, and tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources. You will explore key principles in project management, including monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance. This course meets the requirements for the Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) Senior-Level certification.

Learn how senior program managers must lead from a total systems perspective, which requires an understanding of the federal environment and integrated program management. You will explore the relationships that shape situations and use that knowledge to identify key issues that can inhibit project success. Through exercises around leadership techniques, decision support systems, and team building, you will leave with tactical tools necessary to make strategic decisions. This course meets the requirements for the Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM) certification at the Senior-Level.

Focus on the management performance outcomes needed to effectively manage IT projects, align the acquisition process with the technology cycle, and achieve operational efficiency. You will learn these skills through robust content, federal examples, and hands-on exercises. OMB’s Office of eGovernment and Information Technology highlighted the importance of strong P/PMs in managing information technology (IT) programs. The FAC-P/PM IT Core-Plus specialization program addresses the specialized knowledge and abilities unique to IT projects.

Address the specialized knowledge and abilities unique to IT projects areas through this course focused on the FAC-P/PM IT Core-Plus specialization program. You will focus on technical performance outcomes to satisfy competencies related to IT management, security, and performance assurance. You will learn these skills and techniques through robust content, federal examples, and hands-on exercises.

Address the specialized knowledge and abilities unique to IT project areas through this course focused on the FAC-P/PM IT Core-Plus specialization program. You will focus on technical performance outcomes and satisfy competencies related to IT Infrastructure & Architectural Design. Learn these skills and techniques through robust content, Federal examples, and hands-on exercises.