CONTRACT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE
- 3 COURSES
- 100% ONLINE
- ENROLLING MONTHLY
- 225 MILITARY CLOCK HOURS
Maximize efficiency for your organization.
Become a contract management expert. Learn the practical knowledge and the essential terminology, concepts, principles and theories used to oversee the contract lifecycle. Students learn to effectively construct and implement authentic contract management solutions to common organizational challenges using a research-oriented approach and situational analysis. Identify and practice strategies, tactics and skills needed to successfully negotiate a contract in any industry or government.
Prepare for NCMA Certification. Villanova is an NCMA training provider. Students may use this program and its courses as hours to sit for the exam.
LEARNED SKILLS
- Procurement
- Negotiation
- Commercial Acquisition
- Uniform Commercial Code
- Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
- Complex Non-Commercial Acquisition
- Ethical Contracting
- Conflict Resolution
- Compliance
- Government Contracting Best Practices
- Leadership
- Stakeholder Management
WHO SHOULD ENROLL?
- Early to mid-level procurement and contract management professionals looking to advance in their careers.
- Professionals who are moving between private industry and government contracting.
- People from adjacent fields who would like to move into a career in contract management.
- Anyone looking to start a business that contracts with the government or other organizations.
EMPLOYMENT OUTLOOK
77K
Estimated # of National Job Openings
$136K
Purchasing Manager Median Salary
Principles + Practice Learning Model
An innovative and unique model of learning, Villanova’s Principles and Practice Model provides students the utmost flexibility.
Principles is the foundation of each course, fully asynchronous, providing students with the essential information they need to expand their skill sets and increase their expertise.
Practice is designed to build upon Principles to enhance student learning through collaboration and practical application. Weekly, faculty-led live class sessions complement the asynchronous coursework and enable students to participate in a rich learning environment that encourages open dialogue and respectful disagreement, crucial skills for personal and professional growth.
ENROLLMENT OPTIONS
CERTIFICATE
PROGRAM
3 courses
6 weeks per course
12.5 hours per week
18 WEEKS
$6,285 $5,342.65
(15% program savings applied)
SINGLE
COURSE
Each single course is made up of a Principles asynchronous microcourse and a Practice live microcourse. You can complete the microcourses simultaneously with the Fast Track option, or consecutively for the Flex Track option.
Fast Track
6 weeks | 12.5 hours per week
Flex Track
12 weeks | 6.25 hours per week
$2,095 $1,885.50
(10% course bundle savings applied)
MICRO
COURSE
The Principles microcourse offers the lowest cost investment and a fully asynchronous experience. You must complete the Principles microcourse before enrolling in the corresponding Practice microcourse.
6 Weeks | 6.25 hours per week
Principles | $800
Practice | $1,295
Complete all three courses to earn the full certificate.
Commercial Contract Management
In this course, students examine the theory and practice of commercial management in a business enterprise. The course reviews the legal framework for commercial acquisition contracts. The course also examines in detail the Uniform Commercial Code as it relates to basic contract law to help students who engage in commercial transactions understand its applicability. This course will also be helpful for those interested in testing for the Certified Commercial Contract Manager (CCCM) certification.
Textbook purchase required.
Principles Microcourse
Practice Microcourse
Government Contract Management
Examine the theory and practice of federal acquisition management. Review the pre- and post-award contracting process with a focus on complex, non-commercial acquisitions. Develop the skills and knowledge to perform the role of business advisor, applying ethical principles and sound judgement to resolve contracting issues.
Textbook purchase required.
Principles Microcourse
Practice Microcourse
Advanced Contract Management
This course covers the Contract Management Body of Knowledge (CMBOK) in advanced contracting topics. Emphasis on theory and practice to allow students to learn the underlying principles and use of current tools in the field. This course teaches specialized knowledge in commercial and government contracting.
Textbook purchase required.
Principles Microcourse
Practice Microcourse
Choose the model that is right for you:
- 15% discount over single microcourse
- Unlock access to Career Management services, including two 60-minute personalized advising sessions
- A mix of asynchronous online coursework and assessments with weekly live virtual class sessions led by faculty
- Increased interaction between you, faculty and peer professionals during the course
- Digital Badge for each course completed
- Certificate upon program completion
- 10% discount over single microcourse
- Unlock access to Career Management services, including one 60-minute personalized advising session
- A mix of asynchronous online coursework and assessments with weekly live virtual class sessions led by faculty
- Increased interaction between you, faculty and peer professionals during the course
- Digital Badge
- Maximum flexibility with no live class sessions
- 100% online asynchronous coursework and assessments
- 1:1 faculty support throughout coursework
CREDENTIALS
Earn Badges. Get Noticed.
Earn a digital badge for every completed course. You'll also earn a program certificate and program digital badge upon completion of required courses. Showcase your new skills and gain a competitive edge by adding badges backed by Villanova University to your resume, LinkedIn profile or email signature.
THE VILLANOVA DIFFERENCE
The College of Professional Studies has cultivated a distinguished reputation for delivering the hallmark Villanova experience — academically rigorous, top-quality and innovative programs within a supportive community — to students who are pursuing higher education amidst busy professional and personal lives. As an internationally recognized institution, Villanova is proud of its vibrant community of alumni, faculty, students and staff who are dedicated to driving meaningful impact and transformative change within their communities.
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To enroll in the online Contract Management certificate program in February 2025 or later, continue on this webpage. To enroll prior to February, click here.