Acquisition Workforce Development

As part of a general renewed focus in Washington on developing skilled acquisition professionals in the federal government, American University and MCR of McLean announced today the "Senior Manager Certification Program."

The weekend courses are designed for acquisition executives who are on track for a Senior Executive Service or other leadership positions, and will be offered through AU's School of Public Affairs, as part of its Key Executive Leadership Program.

Bob Tobias, the former president of the National Treasury Employees Union and current director of public sector executive education at AU, was a key developer of the program, which the university said aimed to help workforce development goals set by the Office of Management and Budget in October.

The program consists of six, four-day courses, with tuition totaling $9,000 including course materials.

More information on the program is available here.