<p style="color: rgba(48, 51, 53, 1); font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Course Technology Requirements:<ul style="color: rgba(48, 51, 53, 1); font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)"><li>Internet connection</li><li>Support web browsers:<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li><li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: rgba(57, 157, 221, 1)" target="_blank">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>Credits: 1

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<span style="color: #242424; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, system-ui, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone.
 

Type: self-paced, online

Description: This course describes some of the foundational knowledge needed to be successful in public procurement, and is divided into two modules. The first module, "Foundations of Public Procurement", discusses the core elements of the profession. This includes defining procurement, its value, and role within government. Furthermore, this module will explore the influence of statutes, regulation, policies and the overall structure of the procurement office. Finally, you will learn about the importance of ethical standards within procurement.

The second module, "The Procurement Process", discusses the various steps of the procurement process. Due to the introductory nature of this course, the content is not meant to be comprehensive, nor is it intended to provide instruction on the policies or procedures of one particular state or entity. Rather, the course focuses on the general procurement process and discusses various best practices throughout.

This course is a web-based training that is self-paced. Given the length, you are encouraged to take the course in small segments that meet the needs of your schedule. You determine, when, where, and at what speed you complete this course.

Course Technology Requirements:&nbsp;

<ul><li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey" rel="noopener noreferrer">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>
Suggested Audience: Any public sector professional new to procurement or seeking to gain a basic understanding of the procurement process.

Contact Hours: This course offers 5 contact hours for continuing education credit.&nbsp;
IACET CEUs: .5<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/cf93e033-fc54-49cd-bd68-f44517360efc/Procurement101_Syllabus_v1-1.pdf">Course Syllabus</a>

101 - Foundations of Public Procurement

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. 

Type: self-paced, online

Description: The purpose of this course is to define market research and how it influences decision making in public procurement. Market research provides important information to identify and analyze the market need, market conditions, suppliers and competition.

Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to 

<ul><li>Define market research.</li>
<li>Identify the four key components of a market research plan.</li>
<li>Explain the benefits of market research.</li>
<li>Identify the internal and external resources to use for market research.</li>
<li>Determine which primary and secondary data collection tools to use for market research.</li>
<li>Analyze how market conditions affect supply and demand in market research.</li>
<li>Analyze how market distribution and share affect market research plans.</li>
<li>Determine the type of competition and its impact on market research plans.</li>
<li>Create an industry and sourcing strategy.</li>
<li>Define market capability and capacity.</li>
<li>Describe the components of market intelligence and their impact on market research.</li>
<li>Create a market research plan for one of their projects.</li></ul>
Course Technology Requirements:&nbsp;

<ul><li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>

 
Contact Hours: This course offers three (3) contact hours for continuing education credit. 
IACET CEUs: .3
<a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/6e6c54c1-09da-45a0-990a-562ed68942a2/Intro to Market Research_10216 Syllabus(3).pdf">Course Syllabus</a>

102 - Introduction to Market Research

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. 

Type: self-paced, online

Description:&nbsp;The purpose of this course is to define Request for Proposals and explain the complete process for using them in public procurement

Learning Objectives:&nbsp;

<ul>
<li>Understand when to use a Request for Proposal(RFP) instead of other methods.</li>
<li>Identify the steps in the RFP process.</li>
<li>Define responsible and responsive Bidders.</li>
<li>Identify stakeholders in the RFP process.</li>
<li>Describe the elements of a Scope of Work.</li>
<li>Understand best practices for the development of specifications.</li>
<li>Determine when insurance, bonds and licenses are needed for an RFP.</li>
<li>Identify the components of issuing, receiving and opening an RFP.</li>
<li>Analyze the skills and knowledge needed by members of an evaluation committee.</li>
<li>Recognize opportunities for conflicts of interests within the evaluation committee.</li>
<li>Analyze the key components of effective evaluation criteria.</li>
<li>Create and analyze a scoring system for an RFP.</li>
<li>Understand the purpose of negotiations within the RFP process.</li>
<li>Identify elements of a negotiation plan.</li>
<li>Understand steps for approval and award of an RFP.</li>
<li>Create an RFP template.</li>
</ul>
Course Technology Requirements: 

<ul>
<li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul>
<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
</ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

 
Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers three&nbsp;(3) contact hours for continuing education credit.&nbsp;

<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/1976a854-b5a7-4257-ab85-7bbcad21e745/Intro to RFP _10316 Syllabus(2).pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Course Syllabus&nbsp;</a>

103 - Introduction to Request for Proposals (RFP)

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. 
Type: self-paced, online
Description: The purpose of this course is to define and explore the use of negotiations within state procurement.
Learning Objectives: 
<ol><li>Explain the purpose and importance of negotiations within state procurement
</li><li>Describe the goals of negotiation
</li><li>Discuss the who, when, where and how of negotiation
</li><li>Outline the negotiation process from start to finish
</li><li>Explain what happens in each step of the negotiation process
</li></ol>Course Technology Requirements:<ul><li>Internet connection</li><li>Support web browsers:
<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li><li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>Contact Hours: This course offers one (1) contact hour for continuing education credit. 
IACET CEUs: .1<a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/c7918db5-f5ad-4c40-9a9e-73777dda2844/Intro to Negotiations_10416 Syllabus(1).pdf">Course Syllabus&nbsp;</a>

104 - Introduction to Negotiations

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. 

Type: self-paced, online

Description: The purpose of this course is to define and explore the use of Terms and Conditions within state procurement

Learning Objectives: 

<ul><li>Define Terms and Conditions and describe their importance in the state procurement process.</li>
<li>Recognize how Terms and Conditions can impact the bid cycle.</li>
<li>List the different steps that are part of the Terms and Conditions process.</li>
<li>Identify how negotiations can impact the development of Terms and Conditions.</li></ul>
Course Technology Requirements:&nbsp;

<ul><li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>

 
Contact Hours: This course offers one (1) contact hour for continuing education credit. 
IACET CEUs: .1
<a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/9c67332f-f81d-464b-b8b2-3b94270708c0/Intro to Terms and Conditions_10516 Syllabus.pdf">Course Syllabus&nbsp;</a>

105 - Introduction to Terms and Conditions

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. 

Type: self-paced, online

Description:&nbsp;The purpose of this course is to define sole source procurement and examine its use within state procurement. The course provides fundamental information about this method, including when it is appropriate to be used. Strategies for increasing transparency and avoiding unnecessary non- competitive procurements will also be explored through an interactive scenario.

Suggested Audience:&nbsp;This is an introductory course. The target audience includes, but is not necessarily limited to, state buyers (e.g., entry-level and intermediate), contract administrators, finance/accounting managers, risk management supervisors, compliance officers and consultants.

Learning Objectives:&nbsp;

<ul>
<li>Define “sole source procurement”</li>
<li>Explain the value of competition within State Procurement.</li>
<li>Distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate use of sole source procurement.</li>
<li>Identify best and common practices for sole source and non-competitive procurements nationwide.</li>
<li>Identify practices your state uses related to sole source procurements.</li>
</ul>
Course Technology Requirements: 

<ul>
<li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul>
<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
</ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>
Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers one (1) contact hour for continuing education credit.&nbsp;
IACET CEUs: .1
<a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/6046bdc6-939c-4b89-b97d-903403fedd29/Intro to Sole Source Syllabus.pdf">Course Syllabus </a>&nbsp;

106 - Introduction to Sole Source Procurement

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. Type: self-paced, online&nbsp; Description: This course is designed to help current public procurement professionals understand the role and use of contracts for services. This will include covering the purpose and distinguishing elements of service contracts in a public procurement environment. Furthermore, learners will explore the process for developing service contract specifications and statements of work. The course will also mention common challenges faced in the development and administration stages. Finally, strategies for resolving these potential issues will be presented. 

 Suggested Audience: Procurement Assistants (administrative support, warehouse inventory manager, warehouse inventory support staff) and buyers (entry-level buyers, intermediate buyers)

Learning Objectives: 

• &nbsp; Describe the purpose of a service contract and its role within state procurement

&nbsp;• &nbsp; Distinguish key differences between service contracts and contracts for commodities 

&nbsp;• &nbsp; List elements to be included in service contract specifications and statements of work. 

&nbsp;• &nbsp; Identify common challenges and potential solutions related to the use of service contracts. 

Course Technology Requirements: 

<ul><li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>
Contact Hours: This course offers one (2) contact hour for continuing education credit. 

<a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/e4a30f77-d2ee-463a-8363-97478401d5e3/Introduction to Service Contracts Syllabus (5).pdf">Course Syllabus</a>

107 - Introduction to Service Contracts

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. 

Type: self-paced, online

Description:&nbsp;This course is designed to help current public procurement professionals understand the role and use of cooperative procurements. This will include covering the use, benefits and characteristics of the different types of cooperative contracts. The use of statewide contracts, national cooperatives and the General Service Administration schedules are discussed. Furthermore, learners will explore the due diligence process for selecting a cooperative contract.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Suggested Audience:&nbsp;Procurement Assistants (administrative support, warehouse inventory manager, warehouse inventory support staff) and buyers (entry-level buyers, intermediate buyers)

Learning Objectives:&nbsp;

<ul>
<li>Identify the defining characteristics of cooperative procurement.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discuss best practices in cooperative procurement.</li>
<li>Differentiate between the uses of cooperative contracts.</li>
<li>Discuss the characteristics of a cooperative solicitation.</li>
<li>Identify and describe your own state policy on cooperative contracts.</li>
<li>Identify existing national cooperative organizations.</li>
</ul>
Course Technology Requirements: 

<ul>
<li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul>
<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
</ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

 
Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers two&nbsp;(2) contact hour for continuing education credit.&nbsp;&nbsp;

CEUs: .2

<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/c8549116-dc53-49d7-91e4-e50e4b7084ab/Introduction to Cooperative Procurement Syllabus.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Course Syllabus</a>

108 - Introduction to Cooperative Procurement

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. 

Type: self-paced, online

Description: This self-paced online course is designed to introduce you to ethical procurement concepts and explore the importance of ethics in your position as a procurement professional. Topics include the value of competition, laws, codes, and policies associated with a role in public procurement, and recognizing the different types of unethical practices that can occur. This course is a web-based training that is self-paced. You determine, when, where, and at what speed you complete this course.

Suggested Audience: This course is considered entry-level and is designed for procurement professionals relatively new to the field, or those who are looking for a better understanding of the importance of ethics in public procurement.

Learning Objectives:

<ol><li>Define ethical behavior as it relates to public procurement.</li>
<li>Identify the value of competition.</li>
<li>Identify laws, codes, and policies associated with the role of public procurement.</li>
<li>Recognize the different types of illegal and unethical practices in the public procurement profession.</li></ol>
Course Technology Requirements:&nbsp;

<ul><li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>

 
Contact Hours: This course offers one (1) contact hour for continuing education credit.

IACET CEUs: .1

<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/93816856-a78c-4bd5-8542-b2b41db23627/Introduction to Ethical Procurement Syllabus(1).pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Course Syllabus</a>&nbsp;

109 - Introduction to Ethical Procurement

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. 

Course Description: 

This Procurement U online course is designed to introduce you to bid protest concepts and explore what it means for you as a procurement professional to have a bid protest process in place in your office. Topics include the types of bid protests, the value and consideration of a bid protest process, disadvantages of not having a bid protest process, and tips for handling bid protests. 

Suggested Audience: Procurement professionals relatively new to the field, or those who are looking for a better understanding of the bid protests process. 

Learning Objectives:

<ol><li>Differentiate between the two types of bid protests.</li>
<li>Determine potential reasons for bid protests.</li>
<li>Identify the advantages of a bid protest process to an open, transparent procurement system.</li>
<li>Identify the risks/considerations of a bid protest process to an open, transparent procurement system.</li>
<li>Identify the disadvantages of NOT having a bid protest process to an open, transparent procurement system.</li>
<li>Differentiate between the different phases of the bid protest process.</li>
<li>List the procedures typically followed during a bid protest.</li>
<li>Describe the tips for handling bid protests, disputes and claims.</li></ol>
Course Technology Requirements:

<ul><li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>
Contact Hours: This course is eligible for two (2) contact hours

IACET CEUs: .2

<a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/cfcaa658-6143-478d-8930-bcc74f11f397/Introduction to Bid Protests Syllabus (2).pdf">Course Syllabus</a>

110 - Introduction to Bid Protests

<p style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. Type: self-paced, onlineDescription: NASPO and the <a href="https://globalelectronicscouncil.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Global Electronics Council</a> co-developed this course that offers introductory concepts for implementing sustainability in the procurement process. The course will cover topics related to what sustainability is, what that looks like in procurement, the value of sustainable purchasing, and a high-level look at how to begin implementing sustainable purchasing.This course is a web-based training that is self-paced. Given the length, you are encouraged to take the course in small segments that meet the needs of your schedule. You determine, when, where, and at what speed you complete this course.Course Technology Requirements:<ul type="disc"><li style="color: #303335; background: #FFFFFF">Internet connection</li><li style="color: #303335; background: #FFFFFF">Support web browsers:</li><ul type="circle"><li style="color: #303335; background: #FFFFFF">Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li style="color: #303335; background: #FFFFFF">Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li style="color: #303335; background: #FFFFFF">If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul><li style="color: #303335; background: #FFFFFF">Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li style="color: #303335; background: #FFFFFF">Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>Contact hours:&nbsp;This course is eligible for two (2) contact hours<p style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">IACET CEUs: .2Suggested Audience: Any public sector professional seeking to gain a better understanding of how to implement sustainable purchasing in the procurement process.<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/61155e55-9492-4063-b599-dfb6fb54d96a/Sustainability Syllabus.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Course Syllabus</a>

111 - Introducing Sustainability in the Procurement Process

<span style="color: #242424; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, system-ui, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone.
 
Type: self-paced, online
Description: This course is designed to clarify the characteristics of effective specifications within public procurement. The course discusses common types of specifications, steps in the development process, and guidelines for writing well-developed specifications. In this course, the term specifications is used in its broadest sense to describe the requirements for the products or services that will achieve the users’ desired outcome.Suggested Audience:&nbsp;Procurement professionals relatively new to the field, or those who are looking for a better understanding of effective specifications in public procurement.Goal(s): To introduce procurement officials to key considerations in specifications development from the procurement office’s perspective.Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:<ol><li>Define specifications in public procurement.</li><li>Differentiate among different types of specifications commonly used in procurement.</li><li>Explain how to properly plan for developing effective specifications.</li><li>Describe appropriate market research required for specification writing.</li><li>Develop effective specifications for common commodities in public procurement.</li></ol>Course Technology Requirements:<ul><li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>Contact Hours: This course offers 3 contact hours for continuing education credit.&nbsp;
IACET CEUs: .3<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/8bbd20a5-0131-4d7a-ab0a-c1746d71af05/112 Specs Syllabus(1).pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Course Syllabus&nbsp;</a>

112 - Introduction to Specification Development

<span style="color: #242424; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, system-ui, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. This is the first course in Procurement U’s two-part series on Risk Management:&nbsp;Risk Management: Identifying and Analyzing RiskRisk Management: Responding to and Monitoring RiskType: self-paced, onlineDescription: This Procurement U online course is designed to provide public procurement professionals with an overview of common considerations when engaging in risk management. The course outlines basic steps in the risk management process and discusses techniques for identifying and analyzing risks.It is recommended that learners complete both courses in the Risk Management series to build an awareness of risk management activities undertaken throughout the procurement or project cycle.This course is a web-based training that is self-paced. Given the length, you are encouraged to take the course in small segments that meet the needs of your schedule. You determine, when, where, and at what speed you complete this course.Course Technology Requirements:&nbsp;<ul><li>Internet connection</li><li>Support web browsers:<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li><li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>Suggested Audience: Any public procurement professional seeking to gain a foundational understanding of risk management and the steps involved at the beginning of the risk management process.&nbsp;Contact Hours: This course offers 2 contact hours for continuing education credit.&nbsp;IACET CEUs: .2<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/fa8786e2-4025-42ec-88c2-5225c83ac79a/Syllabus_Risk Management Course_1.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Course Syllabus</a><ul>
</ul><ul>
</ul>

115A - Risk Management: Identifying and Analyzing Risk

<span style="color: #242424; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, system-ui, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. This is the second course in Procurement U’s two-part series on Risk Management:&nbsp;Risk Management: Identifying and Analyzing RiskRisk Management: Responding to and Monitoring RiskType: self-paced, onlineDescription: This Procurement U online course is designed to provide public procurement professionals with an understanding of common risk-mitigation techniques in procurement. The course discusses options when developing a risk response, including contract terms and conditions, as well as considerations for tracking risk during the life of a project.It is recommended that learners complete both courses in the Risk Management series to build an awareness of risk management activities undertaken throughout the procurement or project cycle. &nbsp;This course is a web-based training that is self-paced. Given the length, you are encouraged to take the course in small segments that meet the needs of your schedule. You determine, when, where, and at what speed you complete this course.Course Technology Requirements:&nbsp;<ul><li>Internet connection</li><li>Support web browsers:<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li><li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>Suggested Audience: Any public procurement professional seeking an introduction to risk-management practices in procurement, including frequently used contract terms and conditions.Contact Hours: This course offers 3 contact hours for continuing education credit.&nbsp;IACET CEUs: .3<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/907773da-12a0-49fb-a660-ee32b7f51a55/Syllabus_Risk Management Course_2(1).pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Course Syllabus</a><ul>
</ul><ul>
</ul>

115B - Risk Management: Responding to and Monitoring Risk

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone.Type: self-paced, online

Description: The purpose of this course is to analyze post-award contract administration strategies by exploring the value of contract administration after award of the contract, quality assurance practices, subcontract management, contract changes, and contract closeout.

Suggested Audience: This course is considered intermediate-level and is designed for procurement professionals who have a sound knowledge base and entry-level procurement experience.

Learning Objectives:

<ul><li>Identify the role of the procurement officer in the post-award contract administration process.</li>
<li>Analyze the processes involved to assure the quality of contract performance.</li>
<li>Identify essential concepts of subcontract management.</li>
<li>Explain the process for managing contract changes and termination.</li>
<li>Discuss the processes involved in closing the contract.</li>
<li>Analyze the relationship between the procurement officer and agency contract administrator.</li></ul>
Course Technology Requirements:&nbsp;

<ul><li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>
Contact Hours: This course offers three 3 contact hours for continuing education credit. 

<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/a664a7f7-915a-4fc2-b00f-28ee626b511a/Introduction to Contract Administration Syllabus(1).pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Course Syllabus</a>&nbsp;

116 - Introduction to Contract Administration

<span style="color: #242424; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, system-ui, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. Type: self-paced, onlineDescription: This Procurement U online course is designed to provide a foundational understanding of the development process for Scopes of Work (SOWs).For the purposes of this course, a Scope of Work is defined as a section of a solicitation describing the public entity’s requirements or the problem for which the public entity needs a solution. The course examines the different elements of a Scope of Work, steps involved in the development process, and strategies for drafting and reviewing a Scope of Work.Course Technology Requirements:&nbsp;<ul><li>Internet connection</li><li>Support web browsers:<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li><li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>Suggested Audience: Procurement professionals looking to gain a better understanding of how persuasion differs from negotiation, and influence others to change or take action.Contact Hours: This course offers 2 contact hours for continuing education credit.&nbsp;IACET CEUs: .2<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/83dabada-eaeb-45c4-90c8-47759f6a6f34/Intro to SOW Syllabus(2).pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Course Syllabus</a><ul>
</ul>

117 - Introduction to Scopes of Work (SOWs)

<span style="color: #242424; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, system-ui, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. 

Type: self-paced, online

Description:&nbsp; This Procurement U online course is designed to introduce public procurement professionals to basic steps involved in using financial data to analyze suppliers’ organizational performance. The course provides an overview of accounting principles, discusses the contents of financial statements, and reviews selected analysis techniques, including the use of ratios.
The course concepts will be valuable to any government employees who participate in a determination of
responsibility during the evaluation process. Learners should be advised that the course includes
mathematical concepts that may be challenging to beginners.
Suggested Audience: Public procurement professionals or other government employees seeking to gain a
basic understanding of financial statements and analysis techniques that can support decisions related
to supplier performance or stability

Course Technology Requirements:&nbsp;

<ul>
<li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:

<ul>
<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

Suggested Audience: Procurement professionals looking to gain a better understanding of how persuasion differs from negotiation, and influence others to change or take action.

Contact Hours: 3

IACET CEUs: 0.3<a href="https://naspo.app.box.com/file/1802492970002" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Course Syllabus

</a><ul>
</ul>

118 - Introduction to Financial Analysis

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone.Course Description:&nbsp;This Procurement U online course is designed to provide public procurement professionals with a basic understanding of key performance indicators (KPIs) and their application within the context of procurement. The course defines KPIs, offers procurement-specific examples, and discusses critical steps in the KPI development process. 
Suggested Audience:&nbsp;Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) and other public procurement leaders responsible for setting department-level goals, as well as other public procurement professionals involved in monitoring the performance of projects.

 


Goal(s):&nbsp;

To guide public procurement officials in understanding the fundamental characteristics of KPIs and how they can be used to drive the performance of staff and suppliers. 


Learning Objectives:Upon completion of this course participants will be able to: 1. Identify characteristics of effective key performance indicators (KPIs) for public procurement programs or projects 2. Describe essential steps to consider when implementing new KPIs in procurement Contact Hours: 2

IACET CEUs: .2<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/05fb5517-2a42-44ae-acb9-95a52f60ffd0/Syllabus - KPIs(1).pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Course Syllabus</a>

119 - Selecting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in Public Procurement

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone.Type: self-paced, onlineDescription: This Procurement U online course examines the use of cost analysis and price analysis as tools in public procurement, particularly when reviewing responses to a solicitation. The course defines both analysis types and describes methods used in their application. The course also discusses the impact of different pricing decisions and outlines factors to consider when determining whether a price is fair and reasonable.Course Technology Requirements:<ul><li>Internet connection</li><li>Support web browsers:<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li><li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>Suggested Audience: Public procurement professionals seeking an introduction to techniques used in cost analysis and price analysis to support procurement decisions.Contact Hours: 3CEUs:.3<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/04832fe5-3629-4a0e-ac5c-3c596cd1ada9/Syllabus%20-%20Cost%20and%20Price%20Analysis.pdf">Course Syllabus</a>

120 - Cost and Price Analysis

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone.Type: self-paced, online

Description:&nbsp;The purpose of this course is to analyze market research by exploring an acquisition plan, a market research cycle, spend analysis, and total cost of ownership

Learning Objectives:&nbsp;

<ul>
<li>Describe the benefits of an acquisition plan.</li>
<li>Identify the key components of an acquisition plan.</li>
<li>Create an acquisition plan.</li>
<li>Illustrate the typical lifecycle of a product.</li>
<li>Explain how the stage of the product lifecycle can impact a purchasing acquisition.</li>
<li>Illustrate the typical market research cycle.</li>
<li>Identify the key inputs and outputs of the cycle and how they influence the development of a market research plan.</li>
<li>Distinguish the key components of total cost of ownership of a product or service.</li>
<li>Calculate the total cost of ownership of a product or service.</li>
<li>Formulate questions to ask for a spend analysis</li>
</ul>
Course Technology Requirements: 

<ul>
<li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul>
<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
</ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

 
Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers two (2) contact hours for continuing education credit.&nbsp;

<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/93bc9c11-c008-4fd1-bab9-92791bfc3289/Market Research Strategies_20216 Syllabus.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Course Syllabus</a>&nbsp;

202 - Market Research Strategies

<span style="color: #242424; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, system-ui, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. Type: self-paced, onlineDescription: This course provides public procurement professionals with an in-depth discussion of how to reach effective agreements through negotiation. The course explores the different roles involved in a negotiation team, important considerations during the planning process, and the elements of a principled approach to negotiation.This course is a web-based training that is self-paced. Given the length, you are encouraged to take the course in small segments that meet the needs of your schedule. You determine, when, where, and at what speed you complete this course.<p style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">Course Technology Requirements:<ul style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF"><li>Internet connection</li><li>Support web browsers:<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li><li>Access to <a target="_blank" href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: #399DDD">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul><p style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">Suggested Audience:&nbsp;Any public sector professional new to procurement or seeking to improve negotiation skills and learn more about negotiation tactics.<p style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">Contact Hours: This course offers 3 contact hours for continuing education credit.&nbsp;<p style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">CEUs: .3<p style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF"><a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/efbf5821-ec0d-445c-a1e9-b0a533594e0c/Syllabus_Negotiation Strategies(2).pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Course Syllabus</a>

204 - Negotiation Strategies

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. Type: self-paced, online

Description: This course is designed to dive into the importance of ethics and values in public procurement, including strategies for successful ethical decision-making needed to identify and prevent fraud, antitrust violations, and other anti-competitive practices.

Learning Objectives: 

<ul><li>Identify the importance of ethics and values in the procurement workplace.</li>
<li>Identify practices that hinder competition at various stages in the public procurement process.</li>
<li>Determine how adequate competition relates to an unrestrained market.</li>
<li>Determine how collusion relates to antitrust violations and affects public procurement.</li>
<li>Identify red flags of procurement fraud outlined by the FBI.</li>
<li>Identify the Procurement Officer’s role in preventing fraud and antitrust violations.</li>
<li>Apply a successful approach to ethical decision-making.</li></ul>
Course Technology Requirements:&nbsp;

<ul><li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>

 
Contact Hours: This course offers two (2) contact hours for continuing education credit. 

IACET CEUs: .2

<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/f5347861-3e8f-4918-a950-a25836c402e4/Ethical Procurement Strategies Syllabus(2).pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Course Syllabus</a>

209 - Ethical Procurement Strategies

<p style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. Type: self-paced, onlineDescription: NASPO and the <a href="https://globalelectronicscouncil.org/" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: #399DDD" target="_blank">Global Electronics Council</a> co-developed t<span style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">his course offers guidance to public procurement officials on the steps to implementing a sustainable purchasing program, so they can confidently work toward incorporating sustainable purchases in their offices.&nbsp;
This course is a web-based training that is self-paced. Given the length, you are encouraged to take the course in small segments that meet the needs of your schedule. You determine, when, where, and at what speed you complete this course.Course Technology Requirements:<ul style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF"><li style="color: #303335">Internet connection</li><li style="color: #303335">Support web browsers:</li><ul><li style="color: #303335">Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li style="color: #303335">Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li style="color: #303335">If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul><li style="color: #303335">Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: #399DDD" target="_blank">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li style="color: #303335">Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul><p style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">Contact hours:&nbsp;This course is eligible for two (2) contact hours<p style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">IACET CEUs: .2Suggested Audience: Any public sector professional seeking to gain a better understanding of how to build a sustainable purchasing program. <a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/0ba6cd02-d6bf-483a-b551-795a8adfe393/Building a Sustainable Purchasing Program Syllabus(1).pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Course Syllabus</a>

211 - Building a Sustainable Purchasing Program

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone.Type: self-paced, online

Description: This course is designed to familiarize students with the challenges facing procurement offices in talent recruitment and retention. In this course, students will learn the best strategies to improve recruiting practices, gain an understanding of the methods to develop the skills and abilities of high-performing talent, become familiar with the steps for effective talent coaching and developing a succession plan, and gain the basic knowledge to develop a positive workplace culture to improve talent retention.

Learning Objectives: 

<ol><li>Identify challenges facing procurement offices in talent recruitment and retention.Define the four-step talent management strategy.</li>
<li>Identify strategies to improve recruiting practices.</li>
<li>Describe the methods to develop the skills and abilities of high-potential and&nbsp;high-performing talent for effective talent development and retention.</li>
<li>Define the steps to effective talent coaching to help develop talent succeed.</li>
<li>Outline the steps necessary to build a strong succession plan.</li>
<li>Identify ways to build a positive workplace culture to improve talent retention.</li></ol>
Course Technology Requirements:&nbsp;

<ul><li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>

 
Contact Hours: This course offers three (3) contact hours for continuing education credit. 


<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/5923056d-7558-4794-bce7-d2c72f743ec0/Talent Management Strategies Syllabus(2).pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Course Syllabus</a>

212 - Talent Management Strategies for the Procurement Office

<span style="color: #242424; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, system-ui, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. Type: self-paced, onlineDescription: This Procurement U online course is designed to familiarize public procurement professionals with the steps commonly involved in the evaluation and award stages of the procurement process. The course discusses the development of appropriate evaluation criteria, the expectations surrounding evaluation team members, and key considerations when conducting technical evaluations and cost evaluations.&nbsp;The course content is most relevant to processes involved with traditional competitive procurements, such as Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitations to Bid (ITBs).&nbsp;This course is a web-based training that is self-paced. Given the length, you are encouraged to take the course in small segments that meet the needs of your schedule. You determine, when, where, and at what speed you complete this course.Course Technology Requirements:&nbsp;<ul><li>Internet connection</li><li>Support web browsers:<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li>Avoid: Internet Explorer &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; and Microsoft Edge</li><li>If prompted, accept &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li><li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li>Ability to play and listen to &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>Suggested Audience: Procurement professionals relatively new to the field, or those who are looking for a better understanding of common evaluation and award processes.Contact Hours: This course offers 4 contact hours for continuing education credit.&nbsp;CEUs: .4<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/6033a891-0817-4af4-849e-9c0a38a203c1/Syllabus_Eval and Award(2).pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Course Syllabus</a>

213 - Evaluation and Award Strategies

<span style="color: rgba(36, 36, 36, 1); font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, system-ui, &quot;Apple Color Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone. 

Type: Self-paced, online

Course Description:&nbsp;This Procurement U online course is designed to guide public procurement professionals through many of the initial steps involved in planning for and acquiring information technology (IT). The course discusses key considerations for strategic sourcing, building a business case, establishing Readiness, and performing market research to develop IT specifications. The course also reviews different solicitation methods commonly used in IT procurements.
 
 Suggested Audience: Public procurement professionals or other government employees seeking to gain an understanding of procurement planning strategies that require special consideration for IT products and services.
 
 Goal(s):
 To introduce public procurement officials to key considerations within IT procurement and to support early decision-making efforts in the procurement process.
 Learning Objectives:
 Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:
 1. Compare the difference in processes that make IT procurements challenging and unique
 2. Identify how strategic sourcing and market research play a role in creating a business case for IT procurement
 3. Demonstrate how to create specifications for IT projects based on agency needs
 4. Plan how to effectively navigate early decisions in IT procurement.
 5. Decide which solicitation method is most applicable to the different types of IT projects.

 

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<ul style="color: rgba(48, 51, 53, 1); font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)"><li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:

<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li>
<li>Access to <a target="_blank" href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: rgba(57, 157, 221, 1)">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>

Contact Hours: 2

IACET CEUs: 0.2<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/2ceaeab3-9569-49b3-9ad0-efaa6bc8029c/Syllabus_IT Procurement Planning.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Course Syllabus</a>

214 - IT Procurement: Planning, Methods, and Early Decisions

Type: self-paced, online &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Access Time: 365 days from enrollment

Description: This project management simulation uses real-world application to teach project management techniques. In this simulation, you are the project leader for the development of a knowledge sharing database. You'll make decisions about the project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk. As you make these decisions, an adaptive scoreboard will reflect the impact of your choices on project success.

Learning Objectives:

<ol>
<li>Leading a project team</li>
<li>Balancing competing interests, such as project scope, quality, schedule, budget, resources, risk, communications, and procurement considerations throughout every project phase</li>
<li>Dealing with controversial decisions and the potential for negative team or customer outcomes</li>
<li>Analyzing schedule, budget, and quality data and using that information to make educated decisions</li>
<li>Addressing issues related to project procurement</li>
</ol>
Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers ten (10) contact hours for continuing education credit.

CEUs: 1

Key Features:

<ul>
<li>Mobile-friendly</li>
<li>Audio-enabled</li>
<li>Interactive scoreboard</li>
<li>Simulation technology</li>
<li>Badge and credit-awarding</li>
<li>Fully accessible</li>
<li>Expert-supported</li>
<li>Video content</li>
</ul>
Refund Policy:&nbsp;You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

Notes:

Estimated time to complete: 10 hours

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. 



CAPM®/PMP®/PgMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;2</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;6</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;2</li>
</ul>




PfMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;6</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;2</li>
</ul>




PMI-ACP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;6</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;2</li>
</ul>




PMI-PBA®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;6</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;2</li>
</ul>




PMI-RMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;6</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;2</li>
</ul>




PMI-SP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0.25</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;6</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;2</li></ul> This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;

4CShare Global Project Management Simulation

Type : self-paced, online course bundle. Upon purchase, you will be enrolled in each course included in the bundle below.&nbsp;

Access Time : 365 days from enrollment

 Description : Need to earn 60 PDUs to maintain your Project Management Professional (PMP) certification? Are you also looking for a high quality and interesting training program to fulfill this requirement? This 60 PDU bundle offers Project Management Professionals access to online, self-paced courses at a fraction of the price of purchasing courses individually. For $999 participants can access seven online project management courses for a full year and earn 60 PDUs. That is a savings of $550! Don't risk losing your PMP certification; enroll today and start earning PDUs. Courses are self-paced and can be conveniently accessed anytime and anywhere from a computer with an internet connection. Courses are engaging and include real-world examples, videos, interactive games, assessments, and focused instruction. An "Ask the Expert" feature allows you to pose course-related questions and receive feedback within 24 hours.

 Courses Included in this Certificate Bundle:

<ol>
<li>Allerton Connector Highway Project Management Simulation</li>
<li>Ethics for Project Managers</li>
<li>Emotional Intelligence for Project Managers</li>
<li>Quality Management Basics</li>
<li>Introduction to Agile</li>
<li>Project Management Team Leadership</li>
<li>Challenges for Agile Teams</li>
</ol>
 Contact Hours :&nbsp;This certificate bundle&nbsp;offers sixty (60) contact hours for continuing education credit.

 CEUs : 6.1

 Key Features :

<ul>
<li> Mobile-friendly </li>
<li> Audio-enabled </li>
<li> Badge and credit-awarding </li>
<li> Real-world case studies </li>
<li> Fully accessible </li>
<li> Games &amp; Flashcards </li>
<li> Expert-supported </li>
<li> Video content </li>
</ul>
 Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

 Notes: 

Estimated time to complete: 30 hours

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments.This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.

60 PDU Project Management Course Bundle

This session will focus on interagency relationships and best practices to build trust. It will highlight key components to create a partnership between the central procurement office and the user agency. It will include an interactive discussion between the procurement staff speaker, the user agency representative speaker, and the attendees.

Learning Objectives:

<li> Illustrate perspectives from the agency side.</li>
<li> Identify factors to establish trust and build a quality partnership.</li>
<li> Describe the benefits of a quality partnership.</li>

Agency Relations

Type: self-paced, online &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Access Time: 365 days from enrollment

Description: This course will prepare you for the Project Management Institute®'s Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® exam. The course begins with the Agile Basics and Agile Applications modules from our Introduction to Agile course, before continuing on to cover the key tools, techniques, and strategies that PMI® has listed as important for Agile practitioners to understand to achieve their certification. The course contains several comprehensive module quizzes as well as two 120-question practice exams. Exam-passing is guaranteed with this course.

Learning Objectives:

<ol>
<li>Identify the similarities and differences among Agile methodologies</li>
<li>Describe the stages of the Agile development cycle and identify the factors that promote project success</li>
<li>Understand how to apply specific tools and techniques to successfully complete Agile projects</li>
<li>Understand the interrelationships of tasks, activities, and practices in Agile projects</li>
<li>Understand the specific roles and responsibilities of team members and enhance interaction on Agile </li>
<li>Successfully complete the PMI-ACP® certification exam</li>
<li>Effectively lead and work with Agile teams</li>
</ol>
Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers twenty-one (21) contact hours for continuing education credit.

CEUs: 2.1

Key Features:

<ul>
<li>Mobile-friendly</li>
<li>Badge and credit-awarding</li>
<li>Real-world case studies</li>
<li>Guaranteed exam passing</li>
<li>Fully accessible</li>
<li>Games &amp; Flashcards</li>
<li>Over 300 practice questions</li>
</ul>
Refund Policy:&nbsp;You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

Notes:

Estimated time to complete: 21 hours

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.



Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments.



CAPM®/PMP®/PgMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;10</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;4</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;7</li>
</ul>




PfMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;4</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;7</li>
</ul>




PMI-ACP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;10</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;4</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;7</li>
</ul>




PMI-PBA®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;4</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;7</li>
</ul>




PMI-RMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;4</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;7</li>
</ul>




PMI-SP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;4</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;</li></ul>This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.<ul><li>
</li></ul>

Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) Exam Prep

Type: self-paced, online &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Access Time: 365 days from enrollment

Description: This course is designed to assess your readiness to take the Project Management Institute's Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) Exam. The course contains two 120-question practice exams, which cover the information in the current PMI Agile reading list. The practice exams provide a comprehensive review of the material in this list as well as key strategies for preparing for the PMI-ACP Exam.

Learning Objectives:

<ol>
<li>Understand the structure and requirements of the PMI-ACP® Exam</li>
<li>Explain and apply the key concepts found in the Project Management Institute®'s Code </li>
<li>Understand ways to improve your performance on the PMI-ACP® Exam</li>
<li>Begin your preparation for the PMI-ACP® Exam with confidence</li>
</ol>
Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers five (5) contact hours for continuing education credit.

CEUs: .5

Key Features:

<ul>
<li>Mobile-friendly</li>
<li>Audio-enabled</li>
<li>Badge and credit-awarding</li>
<li>Fully accessible</li>
<li>Over 300 practice questions</li>
<li>Expert-supported</li>
</ul>
Refund Policy:&nbsp;You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

Notes:

Estimated time to complete: 5 hours

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.



Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments.This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;

Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) Practice Exams & Exam Strategies

Type: self-paced, online &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Access Time: 365 days from enrollment

Description: In this simulation, you've been named the project manager on a highway construction project in the small city of Allerton. This project is considered to be a "major project" by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), which means it has a budget of $500 million or more. Over the course of the project, you'll make a series of decisions, each of which will impact the project in different ways. As you make these decisions, an adaptive scoreboard will reflect the impact of your choices on project success.

Learning Objectives:

<ol>
<li>Leading a project team</li>
<li>Balancing competing interests, such as project scope, quality, schedule, budget, resources, risk, and communications</li>
<li>Dealing with controversial decisions and the potential for negative team or customer outcomes</li>
<li>Analyzing schedule, budget, and quality data and using that information to make educated decisions</li>
<li>Addressing issues related to project procurement</li>
<li>Facing challenges related to project planning, project execution, and project monitoring and control</li>
</ol>
Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers ten (10) contact hours for continuing education credit.

CEUs: 1

Key Features:

<ul>
<li>Mobile-friendly</li>
<li>Fully accessible</li>
<li>Games &amp; Flashcards</li>
<li>Expert-supported</li>
</ul>
Refund Policy:&nbsp;You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

Notes:

Estimated time to complete: 10 hours

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% (14 points out of a possible 20 points) to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments.

CAPM®/PMP®/PgMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs: 2</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs: 6</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs: 2</li>
</ul>
PfMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs: 6</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs: 2</li>
</ul>
PMI-ACP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs: 0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs: 6</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs: 2</li>
</ul>
PMI-PBA®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs: 6</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs: 2</li>
</ul>
PMI-RMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs: 6</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs: 2</li>
</ul>
PMI-SP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0.25</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs: 6</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs: 2</li></ul>This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;<ul><li>
</li></ul>

Allerton Connector Highway Project Management Simulation

The purpose
of this webinar is to engage in a conversation over shared experiences in the
procurement process (subject of webinar).

In public procurement, every dollar counts, and
being vigilant against fraud is as important as ever.
	 
	 
	During this webinar panelists will discuss: 
	• Steps that public purchasers can take to
dissuade suppliers from colluding
	 
	• Why and how to use documents like
non-collusion affidavits, vendor questionnaires, and subcontractor lists
	 
	• Suggestions for best practices in preparing
bid specifications and advertising bid opportunities

Course Technology Requirements: 



<ul>
	<li>Internet connection</li>
	<li>Support web browsers:
	<ul>
		<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
		<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
		<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
	</ul></li>
	<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
	<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

An Ounce of Prevention

<p style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">Description: Bob Metzger is a leader and contributor to the ongoing efforts to modernize federal, state, and local government technology procurement. In this webinar, Bob will explain the key terms and principles one should know before diving into AI governance principles, review the areas where artificial intelligence will impact government procurement, what the federal initiatives are when it comes to cybersecurity and AI, and finally, what can states and governments do as they reimagine procurement to accommodate AI services and risks.

<p style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">Course Technology Requirements:

<ul style="color: #303335; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: #FFFFFF">
<li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:

<ul>
<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); color: #399DDD" target="_blank">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

Credits: 1

Artificial Intelligence & Legal Implications for Public Procurement

Course Description: 

Note:&nbsp;This course includes a practice knowledge check but does not include a formal or graded post-test. Therefore, there will be no contact hours or certificate of completion awarded for completing this course. It is intended for informational purposes only. 

Course Technology Requirements: 



<ul>
	<li>Internet connection</li>
	<li>Support web browsers:
	<ul>
		<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
		<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
		<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
	</ul></li>
	<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
	<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>
This course provides procurement professionals with an introduction to blockchain and smart contracts and explores their possible applications within procurement. Topics include an overview of blockchain, blockchain ledger security, block components, smart contracts, and federal and state use cases. The course concludes with strategies for getting started with blockchain.

Blockchain: An Introduction for Procurement Professionals

Body Armor Industry Standards & Compliance Testing Best Practices and Future Trends

Type : self-paced, online Access Time : 365 days from enrollment
 Description : At the core of strong leadership is the ability to communicate effectively. But many leaders focus solely on their spoken words while ignoring the impact of their nonverbal cues, including facial expressions, hand gestures, body movements, and eye gaze. By understanding the impact of body language, leaders can learn how to communicate in a way that builds and sustains positive relationships with employees, clients, and business partners. This course will provide leaders with tips for reading body language and using it to exude both strength and warmth. The course also addresses gender stereotypes and cross-cultural body language and explores the role of body language in virtual communication.
 Learning Objectives :
<ol>
<li> Define leadership and identify the essential leadership skills </li>
<li> Explain how body language impacts leadership </li>
<li> Read basic body language cues </li>
<li> Use body language to exude warmth and empathy </li>
<li> Consider how to be an inclusive leader through active listening </li>
<li> Demonstrate charisma through body language </li>
<li> Use body language effectively when negotiating </li>
<li> Explore ways to use body language to debunk gender stereotypes </li>
<li> Identify body language norms across various cultures </li>
<li> Consider how to improve cross-cultural competencies </li>
<li> Manage body language during a video conference </li>
</ol> Contact Hours :&nbsp;This course offers three (3) contact hours for continuing education credit.
 CEUs : .3
 Key Features :
<ul>
<li> Mobile-friendly </li>
<li> Audio-enabled </li>
<li> Badge and credit-awarding </li>
<li> Real-world case studies </li>
<li> Fully accessible </li>
<li> Games &amp; Flashcards </li>
<li> Expert-supported </li>
<li> Video content </li>
</ul> Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.
 Notes: 
 Estimated time to complete: 3 hours

<ul><li> This course does not require any additional purchases of supplementary materials. </li><li> Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 70% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. </li></ul>

 CAPM®/PMP®/PgMP® 
<ul>
<li> Technical PDUs:&nbsp;1 </li>
<li> Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2 </li>
<li> Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
</ul>
 PfMP® 
<ul>
<li> Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2 </li>
<li> Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
</ul>
 PMI-ACP® 
<ul>
<li> Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2 </li>
<li> Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
</ul>
 PMI-PBA® 
<ul>
<li> Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2 </li>
<li> Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
</ul>
 PMI-RMP® 
<ul>
<li> Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2 </li>
</ul>
 PMI-SP® 
<ul>
<li> Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2 </li>
<li>&nbsp; &nbsp; Strategic/Business PDUs: 0</li></ul>&nbsp;This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;

Body Language for Leaders

Type: self-paced, online Access Time: 365 days from enrollmentDescription:&nbsp;By understanding the impact of body language, leaders can learn how to communicate in a way that builds and sustains positive relationships with employees, clients, and business partners. This course will help women business leaders learn how to read body language cues and use them to exude both strength and warmth. It considers the role and impact of gender stereotypes in nonverbal communication and explains how facial expressions, hand gestures, body movements, and eye contact can be used in various business situations like negotiations. The course also addresses cross-cultural body language and explores the role of body language in virtual communication.Learning Objectives<ol><li>Define leadership and identify the essential leadership skills</li><li>Explain how body language impacts leadership</li><li>Read basic body language cues</li><li>Use body language to exude warmth and empathy</li><li>Consider how to be an inclusive leader through active listening</li><li>Demonstrate charisma through body language</li><li>Use body language effectively when negotiating</li><li>Explore ways to use body language to debunk gender stereotypes</li><li>Identify body language norms across various cultures</li><li>Consider how to improve cross-cultural competencies</li><li>Manage body language during a video conference</li></ol>Contact Hours: This course is worth three (3) hours of continuing education credit.CEUs: .3Key Features&nbsp;<li tabindex="-1">Mobile-friendly</li><li tabindex="-1">Audio-enabled</li><li tabindex="-1">Badge and credit-awarding</li><li tabindex="-1">Real-world case studies</li><li tabindex="-1">Fully accessible</li><li tabindex="-1">Games &amp; Flashcards</li><li tabindex="-1">Expert-supported</li><li tabindex="-1">Video content</li> Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.Notes:Estimated time to complete: 3 hoursThis course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.

Body Language for Women in Business

Type: self-paced, online Access Time: 365 days from enrollmentDescription:&nbsp;&nbsp;Learn how to create an inclusive work culture, prioritize diversity, and build an inclusive workspace, both in person and in remote work settings. In this course, you'll examine how to address cognitive bias and unconscious bias in recruiting, hiring, retaining, and developing a workforce. This course will also provide tools for being an inclusive leader and demonstrate the important role this serves in creating and building an inclusive organization.&nbsp;Included with your course is a one (1) year complimentary subscription to Inc. Magazine ($19.99 value). Your subscription will start with the current issue. Inc. Magazine publishes 6 issues a year.Learning Objectives<ol><li>Outline strategies for prioritizing diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace</li><li>Differentiate between unconscious bias and cognitive bias</li><li>Describe strategies to increase diversity and reduce bias in your hiring process</li><li>Explain the role of data analytics in identifying and addressing bias</li><li>Strengthen your skills as an inclusive leader</li><li>Describe the connection between inclusion and innovation</li><li>Explain how to incorporate inclusion into remote work settings</li></ol>Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course is worth three (3) contact hours of continuing education credit.CEUs.&nbsp;.3Key Features&nbsp;<ul style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><li tabindex="-1">Mobile-friendly</li><li tabindex="-1">Audio-enabled</li><li tabindex="-1">Badge and credit-awarding</li><li tabindex="-1">Fully accessible</li><li tabindex="-1">Games &amp; Flashcards</li><li tabindex="-1">Expert-supported</li><li tabindex="-1">Video content</li></ul>Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.Notes:Estimated time to complete: 3 hoursThis course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;

Building an Inclusive Organization

Type: self-paced, online Access Time: 365 days from enrollmentDescription:&nbsp;Some benefits of remote work include greater scheduling flexibility, increased employee retention, and larger talent pools to draw from when filling positions or building a team. While organizations benefit in a variety of ways from fully remote work settings, remote work can also present unique challenges, such as breakdowns in communication, diminished company culture, and lower employee engagement. This course examines how organizations can leverage the benefits of remote work while mitigating the challenges. Topics covered include talent planning, performance management, organizational development, and employee engagement—examined in the context of a remote work setting. Through learning about remote work, HR professionals will be better equipped to propose hybrid solutions that align with organizational goals.
&nbsp; &nbsp;Learning Objectives:&nbsp;<ol><li>Explain how remote work settings affect each stage of the employee life cycle</li><li>Identify methods for recruiting, hiring, and onboarding remote employees</li><li>List key elements of a benefits program best suited for a fully remote workforce</li><li>Recognize strategies for leading remote teams and promoting employee engagement</li><li>Implement effective communication when managing a remote workforce</li><li>Determine successful approaches for resolving conflict in remote settings</li><li>Apply methods for performance management in remote settings</li><li>Identify the appropriate action steps for leading an organization's transition between in-person, hybrid, and remote work settings</li></ol>Contact Hours: This course is worth three (3) hours of continuing education creditCEUs: .3Key Features&nbsp;<ul style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><li tabindex="-1">Mobile-friendly</li><li tabindex="-1">Audio-enabled</li><li tabindex="-1">Badge and credit-awarding</li><li tabindex="-1">Fully accessible</li><li tabindex="-1">Games &amp; Flashcards</li><li tabindex="-1">Expert-supported</li></ul>Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.Notes:Estimated time to complete: 3hoursThis course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;

Building and Supporting a Remote Workforce

Type: self-paced, online &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Access Time: 365 days from enrollment

Description: This course provides a comprehensive preparation for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® certification exam including exam-taking tips, 25 comprehensive module quizzes, and two full-length, 150-question practice exams covering the areas of interest from A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, (PMBOK® Guide), which will provide a report to help you determine your areas of weakness.

Learning Objectives:

<ol>
<li>Recognize how enterprise environmental factors and organizational process assets affect how projects</li>
<li>Explain the five stages of a project life cycle and illustrate how these stages can overlap</li>
<li>Demonstrate how to create a project management plan with subsidiary plans for each of the knowledge </li>
<li>Explain the overlapping nature of project activities and practice Project Integration Management to coordinate the various project management processes</li>
<li>Illustrate how a project's various baselines (including scope, cost, schedule, quality, risk, procurement, and others) are determined, planned for, and managed</li>
<li>Recognize how to effectively manage human resources and communicate with all stakeholders</li>
<li>Explain the key methods used to estimate project schedule and cost at the beginning of a project and to forecast cost and schedule variances at any time during the project</li>
<li>Identify key project stakeholders and continuously engage them in appropriate project activities</li>
<li>Describe how the project management knowledge contained in the PMBOK® Guide can be used in practice</li>
</ol>
Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers twenty-three (23) contact hours for continuing education credit.

CEUs: 2.3

Key Features:

<ul>
<li>Mobile-friendly</li>
<li>Audio-enabled</li>
<li>Badge and credit-awarding</li>
<li>Guaranteed exam passing</li>
<li>Fully accessible</li>
<li>Games &amp; Flashcards</li>
<li>Expert-supported</li>
<li>Video content</li>
<li>Over 500 practice questions</li>
</ul>
Refund Policy:&nbsp;You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

Notes:

Estimated time to complete: 23 hours

This course aligns with the

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.



CAPM®/PMP®/PgMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;11.25</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;9.75</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;2</li>
</ul>




PfMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;9.75</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;2</li>
</ul>




PMI-ACP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;9.75</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;2</li>
</ul>




PMI-PBA®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;9.75</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;2</li>
</ul>




PMI-RMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;2</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;9.75</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;2</li>
</ul>




PMI-SP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;2.75</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;9.75</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;2</li></ul>This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;<ul><li>
</li></ul>

CAPM Exam Prep Course

Type: self-paced, online course bundle.&nbsp;Upon purchase, you will be enrolled in each course included in the bundle below.&nbsp;

Access Time : 365 days from enrollment

 Description : Agile project management practices have become the standard for software development projects. More recently, Agile has grown beyond software projects as more and more companies adopt Agile concepts and methodologies. Individuals who have a solid understanding of Agile have a distinct advantage in today's changing project management atmosphere. The courses included in this certificate program will provide managers the basic foundation they need to become competent Agile practitioners. The program introduces the learner to the basic methodologies, practices, and key concepts of Agile and enables the learner to explore, through case studies, many of the common challenges of working on an Agile team.

 Courses Included in this Certificate Bundle:

<ol>
<li>Introduction to Agile</li>
<li>Integrating Agile into a Waterfall Environment</li>
<li>Challenges for Agile Teams</li>
</ol>
 Contact Hours :&nbsp;This certificate bundle&nbsp;offers nineteen&nbsp;(19) contact hours for continuing education credit.

 CEUs : 1.9

 Key Features :

<ul>
<li> Mobile-friendly </li>
<li> Audio-enabled </li>
<li> Badge and credit-awarding </li>
<li> Real-world case studies </li>
<li> Fully accessible </li>
<li> Games &amp; Flashcards </li>
<li> Expert-supported </li>
<li> Video content </li>
</ul>
 Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

 Notes: 

Estimated time to complete: 19 hours

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.



Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;

Certificate in Agile Project Management

Type: self-paced, online Access Time: 365 days from enrollmentDescription:&nbsp;Communicating clearly and concisely in written and oral formats is critical to your professional success. From clarifying and structuring your ideas to designing the PowerPoint slides that will best complement them, the techniques, interactive exercises, and checklists in this certificate program will help you create presentations and workplace documents that inform and persuade.Contact Hours: This course is worth twenty-five (25) hours of continuing education credit.CEUs: 2.5
Courses Included in this Certificate&nbsp;<ol><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Effective Business Writing</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Effective Presentations&nbsp;</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Effective Public Speaking&nbsp;</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Communicating Collaboratively&nbsp;</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Effective Emails, Memos, and Letters</li></ol>Key Features&nbsp;<ol><li>Mobile-friendly</li><li>Expert-supported</li><li>Audio-enabled</li><li>Badge and credit-awarding</li><li>Fully accessible</li><li>Real-world case studies</li><li>Games &amp; Flashcards</li></ol>Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 7days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.Notes:Estimated time to complete: 25 hoursThis course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;

Certificate in Business Communications

Type: self-paced, online Access Time: 365 days from enrollmentDescription:&nbsp;Bring your Office skills to a whole new level by diving into a suite set of powerful instructional courses. Excel with Excel, and move from the basics to an advanced level. Employ all of your newly-learned tips and tricks to unlock new dimensions from your data. Plus, expand your presentation prowess, with courses that deliver on the functional basics of the PowerPoint application while boosting your visual design skillset. Watch well-crafted video tutorials while reinforcing your learning with built-in knowledge checks, interactive exercises, and interactive games. Upon successful completion of all courses in this certificate program, you can download and print a Certificate of Completion And with this special pricing, you'll get the Excel Basics course free and a cumulative discount of 38%, versus buying each course separately.Contact Hours: This bundle is worth eighteen (18) hours of continuing education credit.CEUs: 1.8
Courses Included in this Certificate&nbsp;<ol><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">PowerPoint for Business</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Excel Basics</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Visual PowerPoint</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Excel Tips &amp; Tricks</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Microsoft Word Basics</li></ol>Key Features:<ol><li>Mobile-friendly</li><li>Audio-enabled</li><li>Badge and credit-awarding</li><li>Fully accessible</li><li>Games &amp; Flashcards</li><li>Expert-supported</li><li>Video content</li></ol>Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.Notes:Estimated time to complete: 18 hoursThis course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;

Certificate in Computer Skills for the Office

Type: self-paced, online course bundle.&nbsp;Upon purchase, you will be enrolled in each course included in the bundle below.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Access Time: 365 days from enrollment

 Description: This certificate in data analytics provides an overview of topics in statistics and their applications in a variety of fields. This certificate will present the basics of quantitative analysis and its increasing use in today's professional landscape. Learners are exposed to quantitative decision-making tools and techniques, which tie into real-world case studies. Each course in this certificate utilizes games, videos, interactive exercises, quizzes, real world case studies, and other engaging content to ensure rapid mastery of the content and direct application. Course videos and lessons focus on use of both Microsoft Excel and OpenOffice.

 Courses Included in this Certificate Bundle:

<ol>
<li>Statistical Process Control</li>
<li>Data Analysis in the Real World</li>
<li>Data Analysis for Improving Organizational Performance</li>
<li>Introduction to Data Analysis</li>
<li>Tools for Data Analysis</li>
<li>Statistics as a Managerial Tool</li>
</ol>
 Contact Hours :&nbsp;This certificate bundle&nbsp;offers thirty&nbsp;(30) contact hours for continuing education credit.

 CEUs : 3

 Key Features :

<ul>
<li> Mobile-friendly </li>
<li> Audio-enabled </li>
<li> Badge and credit-awarding </li>
<li> Real-world case studies </li>
<li> Fully accessible </li>
<li> Games &amp; Flashcards </li>
<li> Expert-supported </li>
<li> Video content </li>
</ul>
 Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

 Notes: 

Estimated time to complete: 30 hours

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.



Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.

Certificate in Data Analytics

Type: self-paced, online course bundle.&nbsp;Upon purchase, you will be enrolled in each course included in the bundle below.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Access Time: 365 days from enrollment

 Description: What is leadership and why is it important? How does a leader encourage change without triggering fearful resistance? What are the key elements to leading an effective team? What is the role of charisma in leadership? How can a leader achieve work-life balance? This suite of courses addresses all of these questions and many more. The courses in this suite offer advice on leadership that can help you stand out as a leader among your peers. Video segments introduce successful leaders who discuss such issues as how leaders become leaders, leadership ethics, and the differences between leaders, managers, and administrators.

 Courses Included in this Certificate Bundle:

<ol>
<li>Introduction to Leadership</li>
<li>Leaders and Work-Life Balance</li>
<li>Leading and Managing Change</li>
<li>Leading Teams</li>
<li>Body Language for Leaders</li>
</ol>
 Contact Hours :&nbsp;This certificate bundle&nbsp;offers twenty&nbsp;(20) contact hours for continuing education credit.

 CEUs : 2

 Key Features :

<ul>
<li> Mobile-friendly </li>
<li> Audio-enabled </li>
<li> Badge and credit-awarding </li>
<li> Real-world case studies </li>
<li> Fully accessible </li>
<li> Games &amp; Flashcards </li>
<li> Expert-supported </li>
<li> Video content </li>
</ul>
 Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

 Notes: 

Estimated time to complete: 20 hours

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;

Certificate in Leadership

Type: self-paced, online Access Time: 365 days from enrollmentDescription:&nbsp;Nearly half of all working adults are women, and women now make up the majority of students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. Despite these indications that they have the skills and education to be leaders in the workforce, women are still underrepresented in many areas, and the persistent wage gap demonstrates that their work is often undervalued. This certificate explores both the social and psychological mechanisms that create challenges that professional women often face. Alongside commentary from women leaders, the material also provides concrete and data-driven recommendations for advancing in your career. The courses in the certificate introduce key concepts and practices that all successful business people should be familiar with, thereby serving as a general introduction to topics like leadership, management, communication, work-life balance, networking, negotiation, and body language.Contact Hours: This bundle is worth twenty-three (23) hours of continuing education creditCEUs: 2.3
Courses Included in this Certificate<ol><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Body Language for Women in Business</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Current Issues Facing Women in Business</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Leadership and Management for Women in Business</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Communication for Women in Business</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Work-Life Balance for Women in Business&nbsp;</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Networking and Mentorship for Women in Business&nbsp;</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)">Negotiation for Women in Business</li></ol>Key Features<ol><li>Mobile-friendly</li><li>Fully accessible</li><li>Audio-enabled</li><li>Games &amp; Flashcards</li><li>Badge and credit-awarding</li><li>Video content</li><li>Real-world case studies</li><li>Expert-supported</li></ol> Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.Notes:Estimated time to complete: 23 hoursThis course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;

Certificate in Leadership for Women in Business

Description:&nbsp; Can Challenge Based Procurement help your next solicitation? It can reduce solicitation time and increase the chances of successful project implementation. But is it right for you?



Learning Objectives:&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Describe the differences between Challenge-Based Procurement and traditional procurement </li>
	<li>&nbsp;List the major steps in Challenge-Based Procurement</li>
	<li>Key factors necessary for a successful Challenge-Based Procurement</li>
	<li>Explain Challenge-Based Procurement and its benefits to colleagues, vendors, and internal clients</li>
</ul>
Credit Hours: 1&nbsp;&nbsp;

Challenge Based Procurement

Type: self-paced, online &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Access Time: 365 days from enrollment

Description: This intermediate-level course is designed to help Agile practitioners decipher and solve the problems that arise regularly in their work. The course begins with 16 video segments from seasoned Agile trainers and practitioners who provide tips and best practices for addressing Agile team challenges. The course then presents 20 short case studies that test the student's understanding of Agile practices and provide guidance for resolving common problems. The case studies are structured to simulate the conversations and interactions that happen regularly on Agile projects; seeing these disputes as narratives will help students learn to deconstruct issues and diagnose the underlying problems that need to be corrected, just as they would in their everyday work. As students decode these disputes and plan appropriate responses, they'll gain the experience they need to guide their teams and to put them back on track to deliver value to their customers.

Learning Objectives:

<ol>
<li>Identify the underlying issues that lead to common problems for Agile teams</li>
<li>Help team members recognize when their behaviors are inhibiting team development</li>
<li>Describe ways to keep an Agile team focused on delivering value</li>
<li>Uncover additional stakeholders and project participants to enhance project feedback</li>
<li>Give examples of the "must have" skills that product owners should possess</li>
<li>Reorganize daily stand-ups to improve their performance</li>
<li>Summarize options for overcoming velocity estimation mistakes</li>
<li>Outline effective rewards and acknowledgments that promote team cohesion and interaction</li>
</ol>
Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers five (5) contact hours for continuing education credit.

CEUs: .5

Key Features:

<ul>
<li>Mobile-friendly</li>
<li>Badge and credit-awarding</li>
<li>Real-world case studies</li>
<li>Fully accessible</li>
<li>Expert-supported</li>
<li>Audio-enabled</li>
<li>Video content</li>
</ul>
Refund Policy:&nbsp;You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

Notes:

Estimated time to complete: 5 hours

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.



Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments.



CAPM®/PMP®/PgMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;2.25</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2.25</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li>
</ul>




PfMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2.25</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li>
</ul>




PMI-ACP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;2.25</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2.25</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li>
</ul>




PMI-PBA®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2.25</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li>
</ul>




PMI-RMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2.25</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li>
</ul>




PMI-SP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2.25</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li></ul>This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;<ul><li>
</li></ul>

Challenges for Agile Teams

Choosing and Purchasing Responder Equipment: The Role of Standards

Type: self-paced, online Access Time: 365 days from enrollmentDescription:&nbsp;In most organizational settings, you'll be expected to work in teams. At times, your team members may not be physically in the same office with you. And yet, communicating effectively within these teams is critical to the success of the team, and critical to your personal success on any given project or task. This introductory-level course will help you improve your collaborative communication by providing best practices and effective tips and techniques.
Contact Hours: This course is worth five (5) hours of continuing education credit.CEUs: .5&nbsp;Learning Objectives:<ol><li>Identify the factors in interpersonal communication</li><li>Modify communication strategies to be successful in small and large groups</li><li>Devise a strategy for working effectively in remote settings, including in telework settings</li><li>Explain the purpose of various types of meetings and explain the outcomes expected</li><li>Attend a meeting and perform the role of an effective communicator in the meeting</li><li>Prepare for, moderate, and follow up after a meeting to ensure effective use of organizational resources</li><li>Document a meeting and distribute minutes or a meeting summary as appropriate</li></ol>Key Features<ol><li>Mobile-friendly</li><li>Audio-enabled</li><li>Badge and credit-awarding</li><li>Real-world case studies</li><li>Fully accessible</li><li>Expert-supported</li></ol>Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.Notes:Estimated time to complete: 5 hoursThis course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. <div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">CAPM/PMP/PgMP</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;3.5</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;1.5</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PfMP</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;3.5</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;1.5</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-ACP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;3.5</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;1.5</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-PBA®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;3.5</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;1.5</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-RMP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;3.5</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;1.5</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-SP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;3.5</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;1.5</li></ul>This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;</div>

Communicating Collaboratively

This course is funded by NASPO to be FREE for everyone as part of the Procurement U Gives Back Program. 

Type: self-paced, online

Description: Effective communication is essential to your organization’s continued success and ongoing relationships with agencies and suppliers.&nbsp; This self-paced online course offers tools to maximize effective communication by outlining key concepts related to customer service, conflict resolution, presentation skills, and more.&nbsp;

Suggested Audience:&nbsp;This course is considered entry-level and is designed for procurement professionals relatively new to the field, or those who are looking for a better understanding of the importance of ethics in public procurement.

Learning Objectives:

<ol>
<li>Determine how unresolved conflict can affect personal and professional productivity</li>
<li>Prepare to communicate effectively</li>
<li>Avoid communication issues</li>
<li>Create more compelling presentations</li>
<li>Maintain a positive presentation mindset</li>
<li>Apply strategies to recover when presentation problems occur</li>
<li>Prepare a comprehensive and realistic meeting agenda</li>
<li>Determine the elements of an effective meeting</li>
<li>Describe traits exhibited by a difficult customer</li>
<li>Determine how strong listening and stress management skills can improve your relationship with a difficult customer</li>
<li>Determine how to offer exceptional customer service</li>
</ol>
Course Technology Requirements: 

<ul>
<li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul>
<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
</ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>
Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers three (3) contact hours for continuing education credit 
<a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/4f9ebe24-4aa1-438f-8204-3014f6f2299f/Communication%20Essentials%20Syllabus%20(2).pdf">Course Syllabus</a>

Communication Essentials

Type: self-paced, online Access Time: 365 days from enrollmentDescription:&nbsp;The course will provide a general overview for effective communication at work. Learners will review tips and strategies for communicating with small and large groups, being heard in meetings, projecting confidence, and more—especially as these concepts apply to women. This course also considers communication in the context of public speaking, and discusses the importance of understanding the audience, preparing for a presentation, using visual aids appropriately, and more. Learners will be able to identify criticisms of, and biases toward, women speakers, and the course introduces strategies for how to counteract them.
Learning objectives<ol><li>Recognize gender communication stereotypes and gendered patterns of communication in the workplace</li><li>Identify dysfunctional patterns of communication and describe how to communicate effectively</li><li>Demonstrate how to be heard in meetings</li><li>Create and utilize a bragologue</li><li>Describe the strategies for crafting and delivering effective speeches</li><li>Recognize the importance of understanding your audience and learn how to capture your audience's attention</li><li>Create an effective slideshow</li><li>Handle difficult questions in Q&amp;A sessions</li><li>Recognize the physical and mental symptoms of speaking anxiety and know how to counteract them</li><li>Describe how gender bias affects women speakers and identify how women speakers may self-sabotage</li><li>Recognize common critiques of women's voices but explain why these criticisms are problematic</li></ol>Contact hours:&nbsp; this course offers five (5) contact hours of continuing education credit.CEUs: .5Key Features&nbsp;<ol><li>Mobile-friendly</li><li>Audio-enabled</li><li>Badge and credit-awarding</li><li>Real-world case studies</li><li>Fully accessible</li><li>Games &amp; Flashcards</li><li>Expert-supported</li><li>Video content</li></ol>Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 7days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.Notes:Estimated time to complete: 5 hoursThis course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;

Communication for Women in Business

Procurement U is proud to offer the redesigned CPPB study tool that is in alignment with the new Bodies of Knowledge and Competency (BoK-C) recently announced by the UPPCC!This free self-study tool is designed to assist in your personal study efforts to achieve the prestigious Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) designation from The 
Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (<a href="https://uppcc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">UPPCC</a>).This tool is intended to help you structure and organize your preparation for the CPPB exam. It is NOT
 intended to be your only source of information, or to teach you the 
full breadth of knowledge needed to pass the exam. Participants seeking the prestigious CPPB certification are 
expected to have years of knowledge and experience related to the topics
 covered within the <a href="https://uppcc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-CPPB-BoK-C.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">UPPCC Body of Knowledge and Competency</a>.&nbsp;That level of knowledge and experience cannot be taught by this tool alone.

CPPB Exam Self-Study Tool

Procurement U is proud to offer the redesigned CPPO study tool that is in alignment with the new Bodies of Knowledge and Competency (BoK-C) recently announced by the UPPCC!This free self-study tool is designed to assist in your personal study efforts to achieve the prestigious Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) designation from The 
Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (<a href="https://uppcc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">UPPCC</a>).This tool is intended to help you structure and organize your preparation for the CPPO exam. It is NOT
 intended to be your only source of information, or to teach you the 
full breadth of knowledge needed to pass the exam.&nbsp;Participants seeking the prestigious CPPO certification are 
expected to have years of knowledge and experience related to the topics
 covered within the <a href="https://uppcc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/2025-CPPO-BoK-C.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">UPPCC Body of Knowledge and Competency</a>.&nbsp;That level of knowledge and experience cannot be taught by this tool alone.

CPPO Exam Self-Study Tool

This course is FREE for everyone as part of our new Give Back Program.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.naspo.org/procurementugivesback/" rel="noreferrer noopener" tabindex="-1" target="_blank" title="https://www.naspo.org/procurementugivesback/">Click here to learn more</a>. Type: self-paced, online. Description: &nbsp;Creative problem solving is essential for success in today’s procurement office. This self-paced online course offers tools to define creative problem solving, as well as an understanding of when and how to apply it.&nbsp;



Suggested Audience:&nbsp;Any government professional seeking a better understanding of the creative problem-solving process.&nbsp;

Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers .5&nbsp;contact hour&nbsp;(half hour)&nbsp;for continuing education credit.&nbsp;

Learning Objectives:

<ol>
<li>Compare and contrast traditional and creative problem-solving techniques</li>
<li>Identify steps to creatively solve a problem</li>
<li>Apply facilitation and evaluation techniques that lead to a creative solution</li>
</ol>
Course Technology Requirements: 

<ul>
<li>Internet connection</li>
<li>Support web browsers:
<ul>
<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
</ul></li>
<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>


<a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/f6d685e1-363c-42f2-a0b1-1d0bef693f36/Creative%20Problem%20Solving%20Syllabus%20(2).pdf">Course Syllabus</a>

Creative Problem Solving

<section style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)"><div style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit"><div style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit">Type: self-paced, online Access Time: 365 days from enrollment<div style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: 1rem" tabindex="0">Description: Spurring creativity in teams can be very challenging, but could also be the difference between a successful team and an unsuccessful one. This course looks at spurring creativity and innovation in teams and organizations. Drawing on the latest academic thinking, it outlines the key factors for creative teams. Further, the course focuses on tools and techniques designed to yield more productive thinking in collective settings. Participants learn about a number of targeted tools, including brainstorming, Discussion 66, Provocation, and others, to generate fresh thinking in smaller group settings and in their organizations.</div></div></div></section><section style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)"> 
</section><section style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)"><div style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit">Learning Outcomes<div style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px"><div style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: 1rem"><ul style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit" tabindex="0"><li style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit" tabindex="-1">Explain the connection between creativity and innovation</li><li style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit" tabindex="-1">Outline the five factors for creative teams</li><li style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit" tabindex="-1">Use team creative tools such as brainstorming, Discussion 66, anonymous idea generation, and visioning</li><li style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit" tabindex="-1">Explain the importance of diversity in team creativity</li><li style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit" tabindex="-1">Describe techniques for prototyping new ideas</li><li style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit" tabindex="-1">Explain how to overcome creative barriers for teams and organizations</li><li style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit" tabindex="-1">Describe ways to make teams and organizations more open to creativity and innovation</li></ul></div></div></div></section><section style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)"><div style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit"><ul style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit" tabindex="0"></ul></div></section><section style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)"><div style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit"> </div></section>Refund Policy<div style="color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)"><div style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: 1rem">You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.<div style="color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)"><div style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: 1rem"><div style="font-family: Roboto, sans-serif !important; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: inherit" tabindex="0">Contact Hours: 5CEUs: .5Notes: This course includes an “Ask the Expert” feature. You can use this feature to submit questions about course content. A subject matter expert will provide guidance or point you to additional resources for the topics you’re studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs. This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;</div></div></div></div></div>

Creativity in Teams and Organizations

Course Technology Requirements:

<ul>
	<li>Internet connection</li>
	<li>Support web browsers:
	<ul>
		<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
		<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
		<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
	</ul></li>
	<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
	<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

Cronin Awards 2019: Florida's Market Analysis System Creates Procurement Strategy (MAPS)

Cronin Awards 2019: Massachusetts Uses Vendor Report Information System for Meaningful Analytics

The Michigan Central Procurement Services developed a proactive Contract Management program to ensure greater contract compliance, with both internal and external stakeholders. The assessment of existing practices was performed by an outside firm and recommendations were made on an enterprise-wide scale. Tools were implemented such as a Contract Management Team, Contract Monitoring Plan, interactive dashboards, SLAs, and metric performance reports. The focus on proactive Contract Management has improved the quality of goods and services, clarified roles, avoided unnecessary costs, and resolved contractual matters quickly.

Course Technology Requirements: 



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	<li>Internet connection</li>
	<li>Support web browsers:
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		<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
		<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
		<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
	</ul></li>
	<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
	<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

Cronin Awards 2019: Michigan Circumventing Risk with Unique Contract Management

Minnesota’s challenge-based RFP transforms the procurement process by introducing flexibility, while still preserving fair and open competition. Rather than narrowly-defined criteria, the RFP lists broad goals and invites responders to submit a solution that fits within those goals. This approach has allowed the Minnesota Department of Transportation to obtain cutting-edge technology related to connected and automated vehicles quickly and efficiently. Challenge-based procurement is appropriate for flexible state needs, where the requirements are unknown, hard to define or rapidly evolving.

Course Technology Requirements: 



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	<li>Internet connection</li>
	<li>Support web browsers:
	<ul>
		<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
		<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
		<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
	</ul></li>
	<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
	<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

Cronin Awards 2019: Minnesota's Innovation in Solicitation, Evaluation, & Award of Contracts

Cronin Awards 2019: New York Innovates with Online File Requirements System

Georgia’s State Purchasing Division built a training program for small businesses to learn how to contract with the state. The program combines state and local government experts, industry experts, and small business development experts all into one training series. Before the training was completed, attendees had already begun to win contracts. &nbsp;Providing a networking platform for small business suppliers, while improving employee engagement through cross-division relationship building is a win-win for the agency and for the small business.Learning Objectives:1. Describe the components of the Georgia Small Business Workshop program.2. Understand the challenges and benefits of developing and implementing a small business workshop initiative.3. Identify some steps that participants could take to develop and implement their own program. Course Technology Requirements:<ul style="orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px" type="disc"><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Internet connection</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Support web browsers:</li><ul type="circle"><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul><li style="color: #303335; line-height: normal; background: white">Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" style="outline: none" target="_blank">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>

Cronin Awards 2021:  Training for Competition:  Georgia DOAS Small Business Procurement Readiness Workshop

In evaluating its internship program, Arizona discovered that there was a significant disconnect between what the State and what the interns viewed as the main goal of the program. Seeing this disparity, Arizona revamped its program to ensure a more meaningful experience which creates better-qualified candidates for future hiring of these young professionals. &nbsp;Arizona developed a series of soft skills and professionalism training including role-playing the full procurement process. The intern program has helped State Procurement realize savings in three areas: Recruitment, Onboarding, and Conversion Cost. Before the revamp, the state would receive about 40 applications for intern positions and a handful of students at the state’s presentations. Now, Arizona receives over 100 applications to each new position listed and over 40 attendees at presentations.Learning Objectives:1. Identify and understand the tools and techniques used by Arizona to recruit and train students through an internship program and produce new procurement officials.2. Adapt and apply some of these tools and techniques to meet their own recruitment needs. Course Technology Requirements:<ul style="orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px" type="disc"><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Internet connection</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Support web browsers:</li><ul type="circle"><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul><li style="color: #303335; line-height: normal; background: white">Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" style="outline: none" target="_blank">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>

Cronin Awards 2021: Developing the Next Generation of Procurement Professionals:  Arizona’s Internship Program

By collaborating with end-users and IT experts, Wisconsin was able to develop and regularly update new standard configurations for IT hardware. &nbsp;The new process allowed users to get the equipment they needed but also allowed for the kind of value that could only be achieved by regularly updating standards for deeper discounts. &nbsp;Wisconsin’s approach to establishing standard configurations for computers improved the quality and efficacy of the computer equipment procured by the state, with cost reductions over $5 million in fiscal year 2020.Learning Objectives:1. Understand how Wisconsin’s development of standard specs created value and improved performance for the state.2. Identify strategies or steps used in Wisconsin’s process that can be applied to improve their own state’s processes. Course Technology Requirements:<ul style="orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px" type="disc"><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Internet connection</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Support web browsers:</li><ul type="circle"><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul><li style="color: #303335; line-height: normal; background: white">Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" style="outline: none" target="_blank">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>

Cronin Awards 2021: Interagency, Data-Driven Collaboration: Wisconsin's Innovative Approach to Specification Development

Louisiana’s IPM is a competitive market in which vetted contract-holders bid to offer value to Louisiana, across acquisitions, across RFPs. The Louisiana Equipment and Acquisition Fund was falling short—agencies had to keep assets in service long past their economically viable lives as they waited in line for funding. In response, Louisiana assembled a team of experts across industries to create a distinct and innovative financing program. This new program fills the gap so that agencies can make purchases when the need arises.Learning Objectives:1. Understand the features of the IPM.2. Identify the steps necessary to develop and implement this project.3. Articulate the challenges and benefits of such a project for their states. Course Technology Requirements:<ul style="orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px" type="disc"><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Internet connection</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Support web browsers:</li><ul type="circle"><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul><li style="color: #303335; line-height: normal; background: white">Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" style="outline: none" target="_blank">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>

Cronin Awards 2021: Right in Time and for Less:  Louisiana’s Installment Purchase Market for 3rd-Party Financing

With ordinal rankings, Tennessee could use its superior information to motivate bidders to reduce their cost proposals. Tennessee carefully analyzed its rules and policies concerning cost negotiations to find a legally permissible way to use as much information as possible to generate as much cost savings as possible. &nbsp;The Ordinal Ranking methodology fosters a more collaborative relationship between CPO and customers because it drives strategic engagement. Tennessee has realized average savings on winning contracts of 5.06% above baseline savings levels.Learning Objectives:1. Describe the process by which Tennessee was able to develop and implement the rankings for negotiations.2. Understand the challenges and benefits of adopting this methodology for negotiations.3. Apply some steps or strategies towards implementing a similar initiative in their own offices. Course Technology Requirements:<ul style="orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px" type="disc"><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Internet connection</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Support web browsers:</li><ul type="circle"><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul><li style="color: #303335; line-height: normal; background: white">Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" style="outline: none" target="_blank">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li style="line-height: normal; background: white">Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>

Cronin Awards 2021: Using Your Leverage:  Tennessee’s Ordinal Ranking in Cost Negotiations

<p style="color: rgb(48, 51, 53); font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255)">Course Technology Requirements:<ul style="color: rgb(48, 51, 53); font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255)"><li>Internet connection</li><li>Support web browsers:<ul><li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li><li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li><li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li></ul></li><li>Access to&nbsp;<a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(57, 157, 221)" target="_blank">Procurement U LMS</a></li><li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li></ul>

Cronin Awards 2022 - Minnesota Improves Contract Compliance: The Right Step

Cronin Awards 2022: Georgia's "Procurement Officer Bootcamp"

Cronin Awards 2022: Idaho's Help Me Help You! A New Take on Requests for Information

Cronin Awards 2022: Michigan’s Competitive Proof of Concept

Cronin Awards 2022: Tennessee's DIT-II Supplier Diversity Dashboard

Cronin Awards 2023: Arizona’s Procurement Determinations Library

Cronin Awards 2023: Better, Faster, Stronger: Florida's Modernized Quarterly Sales Reports

Cronin Awards 2023: Michigan’s Lifecycle Supplier Outreach: Better Relationships, Better Outcomes

Cronin Awards 2023: Utah’s Small Steps, Big Potential: Utah’s Sustainable Procurement Progress

Cronin Awards 2025: Cloudy with a Chance of Savings: Infrastructure as a Service

Type: self-paced, online Access Time: 365 days from enrollmentDescription:&nbsp;This general awareness course will assess the representation of women in various domains, including sports, politics, education, STEM fields, pink-collar jobs, and managerial positions. We will also review challenges that many working women face, as well as strategies for addressing those challenges both as an individual and from an organizational perspective. The course concludes with a brief review of milestones in the history of women in the workplace and an assessment of some ways that better representation of women can benefit businesses.
Learning Objectives<ol><li>Recognize some of the challenges facing women in business</li><li>Discuss the role that gender stereotypes play in creating challenges for women in business</li><li>Describe factors that contribute to the different ways that men and women are treated in the workplace</li><li>Identify fields in which women are underrepresented as well as some of the causes for that underrepresentation</li><li>Identify fields in which women are overrepresented as well as some of the causes for that overrepresentation</li><li>Summarize some of the advances that have been made toward combating gender discrimination in the workplace</li><li>Describe benefits of supporting women in positions of leadership</li><li>Identify ways to address unfair treatment in the workplace</li></ol>Contact Hours: this course is worth three (3) hours of continuing education creditCEUs: .3Key Features:&nbsp;<ol><li>Mobile-friendly</li><li>Audio-enabled</li><li>Badge and credit-awarding</li><li>Real-world case studies</li><li>Fully accessible</li><li>Games &amp; Flashcards</li><li>Expert-supported</li><li>Video content</li></ol>Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.Notes:Estimated time to complete: 3 hoursThis course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;

Current Issues Facing Women in Business

This session will examine cybersecurity threats, especially threats to government data and public IT systems. It will describe public procurement and contracting mitigation strategies in the acquisition process to address these complex threats.

Learning Objectives:

<li> Identify types of cybersecurity threats and attacks.&nbsp;</li>
<li> Examine what procurement officers can do to mitigate cybersecurity risks through the acquisition process.&nbsp;</li>
<li> Identify security standards and certifications that help governments manage cybersecurity risks.</li>

Cybersecurity

Type : self-paced, online Access Time : 365 days from enrollment
 Description : When using data analysis to improve organizational performance, it's vital to employ the tools that bring the data to life and keep people engaged in the process. Organizations in both the public and private sectors often use tools and frameworks to deliver the data, and the information the data might suggest, to its staff. This intermediate-level course will explain some of these measures and tools, describe some specific measurements, and explain the relationship between assessment and strategy. Summarizing the data with the correct tool can be the gating factor to reaching staff and effecting changes that spur performance improvement.
 Learning Objectives :
<ol>
<li> Explain how performance measures are used in different settings </li>
<li> Differentiate among various organizational performance measurements </li>
<li> Describe the advantages and disadvantages of KPIs </li>
<li> Describe the advantages and disadvantages of the Balanced Scorecard </li>
<li> Describe the advantages and disadvantages of a Net Promoter Score </li>
<li> Explain the relationship between performance assessment and organizational tactics and strategy </li>
<li> Assess the validity of performance measures for an organization based on a brief case study </li>
</ol> Contact Hours :&nbsp;This course offers five (5) contact hours for continuing education credit.
 CEUs : .5
 Key Features :
<ul>
<li> Mobile-friendly </li>
<li> Audio-enabled </li>
<li> Badge and credit-awarding </li>
<li> Real-world case studies </li>
<li> Fully accessible </li>
<li> Games &amp; Flashcards </li>
<li> Expert-supported </li>
<li> Video content </li>
</ul> Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.
 Notes: 
Estimated time to complete: 5 hours
This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.
Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments.

 
 
 CAPM®/PMP®/PgMP® 
<ul>
<li> Technical PDUs:&nbsp;2 </li>
<li> Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;3 </li>
</ul>
 PfMP® 
<ul>
<li> Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;3 </li>
</ul>
 PMI-ACP® 
<ul>
<li> Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;3 </li>
</ul>
 PMI-PBA® 
<ul>
<li> Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;3 </li>
</ul>
 PMI-RMP® 
<ul>
<li> Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;3 </li>
</ul>
 PMI-SP® 
<ul style="list-style-type: circle">
<li> Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li> Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0 </li>
<li>&nbsp; &nbsp; Strategic/Business PDUs: 3 </li></ul>This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;

Data Analysis for Improving Organizational Performance

Type : self-paced, online Access Time : 365 days from enrollment

 Description : This course discusses data-driven decision making across a variety of sectors such as healthcare, education, and government. This course also offers recommendations for decision-making based on data analytics for each sector. The course will begin with an introduction of Big Data, then continue into a deeper dive on its implications within each sector.

 Learning Objectives :

<ol>
<li> Explain the management implications of the use of business intelligence and knowledge management systems </li>
<li> Define Big Data and describe its current uses for analysis and future potential and its implications </li>
<li> Explain common analytics for business and quality improvement </li>
<li> Recommend manufacturing business decisions based on data analytics </li>
<li> Explain common analytics used in health care </li>
<li> Recommend health care decisions based on data analytics </li>
<li> Explain common analytics used in education </li>
<li> Recommend educational decisions based in data analytics </li>
<li> Explain common analytics used in government </li>
<li> Recommend governmental decisions based on data analytics </li>
</ol>
 Contact Hours :&nbsp;This course offers five (5) contact hours for continuing education credit.

 CEUs : .5

 Key Features :

<ul>
<li> Mobile-friendly </li>
<li> Audio-enabled </li>
<li> Badge and credit-awarding </li>
<li> Real-world case studies </li>
<li> Fully accessible </li>
<li> Games &amp; Flashcards </li>
<li> Expert-supported </li>
<li> Video content </li>
</ul>
 Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

 Notes: 

Estimated time to complete: 5 hours

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;

Data Analysis in the Real World

The purpose of this webinar is to clearly define the term data analytics and how they can be used to benefit the central procurement office.

Learning Objectives&nbsp;



<ol>
	<li>Define what data analytics are and are not</li>
	<li>See three current state examples of how developing a data analytics can benefit the central procurement office</li>
	<li>Learn new tools to identify data necessary to have meaningful analytics.</li>
</ol>
Course Technology Requirements: 

<ul>
	<li>Internet connection</li>
	<li>Support web browsers:
	<ul>
		<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
		<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
		<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
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	<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

Data Analytics Demystified

This course is designed and developed by&nbsp;<a href="https://innovate-us.org/about" title="https://innovate-us.org/about">InnovateUS</a>. NASPO and InnovateUS have partnered to host this course on the Procurement U LMS and expand access to the public procurement professional audience. This course is FREE for everyone. <p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0">Type: self-paced, online<p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0"> <p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0">Description: This free, self-paced online course is designed by and for public sector lawyers to teach safe and effective AI use in the legal sector. It covers data governance and compliance, ethical and societal risks, practical AI project design, and how to create responsible AI use policies for legal offices.<p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0"> <p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0"> <p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0">This is Part 2 of a two-part course on Responsible AI for Public Sector Legal Professionals.<p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0">Part 1: Responsible AI for Public Sector Legal Professionals<p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0">Part 2: Designing AI: Policy, Projects, and Societal Impact<p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0">&nbsp;<p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0">Course Technology Requirements:&nbsp;Internet connectionSupport web browsers:Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft EdgeIf prompted, accept all cookies and allow popupsAccess to <a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/" title="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/">Procurement U LMS</a>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones <p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0">Suggested Audience: Public sector lawyers and legal support staff to enable safe and responsible use of GenAI in your day-to-day work.<p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0"> <p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0">Contact Hours: This course offers 2 contact hours for continuing education credit.<p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0"> This course was not created by NASPO. The viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.<p style="margin: 0; background: #FFFFFF; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0"> <a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Private/Courses/ff67201f-8376-4575-a1dd-de3c86acbd93/Responsible%20AI%20for%20Public%20Sector%20Legal%20Professionals%20Course%20Flyer.pdf">Course Flyer</a>

Designing AI: Policy, Projects, and Societal Impact

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has left many procurement
offices struggling to convert their in-person instructor-led training to an
online format. As trainers turn to online instruction, they need to be equipped
with the best practices, techniques, and tools available to help them succeed.
Join NASPO’s Procurement U for this 2-day webinar, where we will explore how to
successfully transition content online in an engaging and effective way.
Attendees will hear from NASPO staff, communications expert, Laurie Brown, CSP,
and from a panel of their peers on how to manage this transition now and in the
future.

Learning objectives for this course are:

- Translating Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs to virtual
learning

- Describing what makes online training terrific or terrible

- Translating brain science into learning

- Designing training for the biggest impact

- Analyzing and applying other state examples to your own
training adaptations

 

Course Technology Requirements: 



<ul>
	<li>Internet connection</li>
	<li>Support web browsers:
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		<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
		<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
		<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
	</ul></li>
	<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
	<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

Don't Get Lost in Space II: Virtual Learning Best Practices

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has left many procurement
offices struggling to convert their in-person instructor-led training to an
online format. As trainers turn to online instruction, they need to be equipped
with the best practices, techniques, and tools available to help them succeed.
Join NASPO’s Procurement U for this 2-day webinar, where we will explore how to
successfully transition content online in an engaging and effective way.
Attendees will hear from NASPO staff, communications expert, Laurie Brown, CSP,
and from a panel of their peers on how to manage this transition now and in the
future.

Learning objectives for this course are:

- Translating Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs to virtual
learning

- Describing what makes online training terrific or terrible

- Translating brain science into learning

- Designing training for the biggest impact

- Analyzing and applying other state examples to your own
training adaptations

Course Technology Requirements: 



<ul>
	<li>Internet connection</li>
	<li>Support web browsers:
	<ul>
		<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
		<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
		<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
	</ul></li>
	<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
	<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

Don't Get Lost in Space: Virtual Learning Best Practices

Type: self-paced, online&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Access Time: 365 days from enrollmentDescription:&nbsp;The ability to write clearly and directly is highly prized in most organizations. Well-written emails and documents can help you earn respect among your peers. And poorly written emails and documents can detract from success at all levels. The ideas, techniques, and checklists in this introductory-level course apply to all forms of business writing: memos, reports, brochures, proposals, presentations, catalogs, and websites. This course will also teach how to revise for wordiness, unnecessary phrases, redundancy, and jargon, and the appropriate use of email in an organizational setting.Learning Objectives:<ul style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><li style="color: #212529; line-height: normal; background: #FFFFFF">Recognize the difference between ineffective and effective writing</li><li style="color: #212529; line-height: normal; background: #FFFFFF">List and define the four major factors of effective writing (clarity, tone, organization, and delivery).</li><li style="color: #212529; line-height: normal; background: #FFFFFF">Recognize the role of the audience in effective communication and the importance of understanding an audience's needs</li><li style="color: #212529; line-height: normal; background: #FFFFFF">Employ formal and informal outlining techniques</li><li style="color: #212529; line-height: normal; background: #FFFFFF">List and recognize techniques for overcoming writer's block</li><li style="color: #212529; line-height: normal; background: #FFFFFF">Recognize the importance and dangers of writing quickly</li><li style="color: #212529; line-height: normal; background: #FFFFFF">Revise for wordiness, unnecessary phrases, redundancy, and jargon</li><li style="color: #212529; line-height: normal; background: #FFFFFF">Write more effective emails and recognize the appropriate use of email in an organizational setting</li><li style="color: #212529; line-height: normal; background: #FFFFFF">Employ checklists for organizing, writing, and revising</li></ul>Contact Hours: This course offers five (5) contact hours for continuing education credit.CEUs: .5Key Features:<ul style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><li tabindex="-1">Expert-supported</li><li tabindex="-1">Mobile-friendly</li><li tabindex="-1">Fully accessible</li><li tabindex="-1">Badge and credit-awarding</li><li tabindex="-1">Real-world case studies</li><li tabindex="-1">Games &amp; Flashcards</li><li tabindex="-1">Audio-enabled</li></ul>Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.Notes:Estimated time to complete: 5 hoursThis course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. <div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">CAPM/PMP/PgMP</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;4</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.25</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PfMP</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.25</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-ACP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.25</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-PBA®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.25</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-RMP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.25</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-SP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.25</li></ul>This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;</div>

Effective Business Writing

Type: self-paced, online Access Time: 365 days from enrollmentDescription:&nbsp;Communicating clearly and concisely in written formats like email, memos, and letters is very important in a workplace setting. Clearly communicating your thoughts, plans and proposals is a highly effective means to advance your ideas and earn the respect of your peers. This course will help you improve your use of these common business communication vehicles by providing best practices and effective tips and techniques.Learning Objectives<ul style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><li tabindex="-1">Recognize when it's appropriate to use an email, a memo, or a letter</li><li tabindex="-1">Explain the parts of an email, a memo, and a letter, and format each so that the communication is effective</li><li tabindex="-1">Consider primary and secondary uses for the email, memo, or letter</li><li tabindex="-1">Explain how to facilitate both primary and secondary uses</li><li tabindex="-1">Create a sample email, memo, and letter employing best practices</li></ul>Contact Hours: This course offers five (5) contact hours for continuing education credit.CEUs: .5Key Features:<ul type="disc"><li style="color: #414141; line-height: normal; background: #FFFFFF">Mobile-friendly</li><li style="color: #414141; line-height: normal; background: #FFFFFF">Fully accessible</li><li style="color: #414141; line-height: normal; background: #FFFFFF">Games &amp; Flashcards</li><li style="color: #414141; line-height: normal; background: #FFFFFF">Expert-supported</li></ul>Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.Notes:Estimated time to complete: 5 hoursThis course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments.<div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">CAPM/PMP/PgMP</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;1</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;4</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PfMP</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;4</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-ACP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;4</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-PBA®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;4</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-RMP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;4</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #212529; background-color: #FFFFFF" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-SP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;4</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0</li></ul>This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;</div>

Effective Emails, Memos, and Letters

Type: self-paced, online Access Time: 365 days from enrollmentDescription:&nbsp;&nbsp;The ability to deliver an effective presentation is critical in most job functions. This introductory-level course helps learners organize, structure, and create effective presentations that feature slides as a visual aid. Because many organizations use PowerPoint as a way of communicating information, this course offers advice and guidance on the most effective and persuasive uses of PowerPoint, including best practices on word count, graphics, and structure.
Learning Objectives<div style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-size: 1rem"><ul tabindex="0"><li tabindex="-1">Recognize what makes communication effective</li><li tabindex="-1">Understand the elements in the communications process</li><li tabindex="-1">Organize your communications and presentations</li><li tabindex="-1">Understand PowerPoint graphic rules of thumb</li><li tabindex="-1">Create an effective summary slide</li><li tabindex="-1">Describe and employ the four steps of purposeful communication in your presentations</li><li tabindex="-1">Understand the forecast, present, and echo structure for presentations</li><li tabindex="-1">Recognize key visual considerations for PowerPoint slides and presentations</li><li tabindex="-1">Understand how to organize and create PowerPoint presentations</li><li tabindex="-1">Revise PowerPoint slides to make them more effective</li><li tabindex="-1">Understand the success factors for face-to-face presentations</li></ul></div>Contact Hours: This course offers five (5) contact hours for continuing education credit.CEUs:&nbsp;.5Key Features<ul style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><li tabindex="-1">Mobile-friendly</li><li tabindex="-1">Audio-enabled</li><li tabindex="-1">Badge and credit-awarding</li><li tabindex="-1">Real-world case studies</li><li tabindex="-1">Fully accessible</li><li tabindex="-1">Games &amp; Flashcards</li><li tabindex="-1">Expert-supported</li></ul>Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.Notes:Estimated time to complete: 5 hoursThis course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments. <div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">CAPM/PMP/PgMP</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;4.5</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PfMP</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;4.5</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-ACP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;4.5</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-PBA®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;4.5</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-RMP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;4.5</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-SP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;4.5</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0</li></ul>This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;</div>

Effective Presentations

Type: self-paced, online Access Time: 365 days from enrollmentDescription:&nbsp;Confidence is a key to delivering an effective speech or presentation. And delivering an effective presentation can be critical to success at work. This introductory-level course helps you develop the skills you'll need to become an outstanding and confident public speaker. It reviews the seven stages of public speaking including defining the audience and crafting your central message, all the way to writing, practicing, and delivering your presentation or speech. This course is an essential part of honing the skill of presenting and setting the stage for the boost of confidence to help you succeed.
Learning Objectives<ul style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><li tabindex="-1">Describe the seven stages of giving a speech or presentation</li><li tabindex="-1">Discuss the elements of establishing your purpose for speaking (Stage One)</li><li tabindex="-1">Recognize the need to consider your audience (Stage Two)</li><li tabindex="-1">Describe how to develop your central message (Stage Three)</li><li tabindex="-1">Explain how to employ evidence in supporting your main points (Stage Four)</li><li tabindex="-1">Discuss how to craft your speech (Stage Five)</li><li tabindex="-1">Explain how to rehearse for your speech (Stage Six)</li><li tabindex="-1">Describe techniques for delivering your speech (Stage Seven)</li><li tabindex="-1">Recognize best practices for employing slides in your presentation</li><li tabindex="-1">Describe key techniques for dealing with speech anxiety</li><li tabindex="-1">Discuss how to handle difficult questions</li><li tabindex="-1">Describe effective responses when things go wrong</li></ul>Contact Hours: This course offers five (5) hours contact hours for continuing education creditCEUs:&nbsp;.5Key Features<ul style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><li tabindex="-1">Mobile-friendly</li><li tabindex="-1">Audio-enabled</li><li tabindex="-1">Badge and credit-awarding</li><li tabindex="-1">Real-world case studies</li><li tabindex="-1">Fully accessible</li><li tabindex="-1">Games &amp; Flashcards</li><li tabindex="-1">Expert-supported</li></ul>Refund Policy: You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.Notes:Estimated time to complete: 5 hoursThis course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments.<div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">CAPM/PMP/PgMP</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;2.5</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2.25</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.25</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PfMP</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2.25</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.25</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-ACP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2.25</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.25</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-PBA®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2.25</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.25</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-RMP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2.25</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.25</li></ul></div><div style="font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1); background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)" tabindex="0"><h3 style="font-family: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05rem">PMI-SP®</h3><ul><li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li><li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;2.25</li><li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.25</li></ul>This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;</div>

Effective Public Speaking

Type: self-paced, online &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Access Time: 365 days from enrollment

Description: This online course is created to help project managers understand and resolve issues that can emerge from interactions among project stakeholders. The course contains ten concise case studies that explore common stakeholder issues. The case studies are designed to simulate the conversations and interactions that occur among project stakeholders, to show learners how to dissect causal elements from these types of conversations - just as they will have to do on their own projects&amp;mdash - to help them prepare appropriate responses. As students work through the case studies, they'll learn effective strategies to resolve stakeholder problems and gain the proficiency necessary to manage interactions and keep their projects on track.

Learning Objectives:

<ol>
<li>Diagnose the underlying causes of stakeholder problems</li>
<li>Apply practical tips from experienced practitioners to resolve these problems</li>
<li>Refine your ability to effectively manage projects and interact with project constituents</li>
</ol>
Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers three&nbsp;(3) contact hours for continuing education credit.

CEUs:&nbsp;.3

Key Features:

<ul>
<li>Mobile-friendly</li>
<li>Fully accessible</li>
<li>Games &amp; Flashcards</li>
<li>Expert-supported</li>
</ul>
Refund Policy:&nbsp;You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

Notes:

Estimated time to complete: 10 hours

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 80% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments.

CAPM®/PMP®/PgMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs: 1</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs: 1</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs: 1</li>
</ul>
PfMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs: 1</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs: 1</li>
</ul>
PMI-ACP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs: 0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs: 1</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs: 1</li>
</ul>
PMI-PBA®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs: 1</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs: 1</li>
</ul>
PMI-RMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs: 1</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs: 1</li>
</ul>
PMI-SP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs: 1</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs: 1</li></ul>This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;<ul><li>
</li></ul>

Effectively Managing Project Stakeholders

Description: This course provides public procurement professionals with a guide to effective meetings, from both the facilitator's and the participant's perspective. The course discusses key considerations related to establishing roles and responsibilities, creating agendas, encouraging equal participation, building consensus, and managing conflict.Suggested Audience: Procurement professionals at any level who are seeking a better understanding of how to run and participate in meetings effectively.Learning Objectives:Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:<ul style="margin-top: 0" type="disc"><li style="margin-bottom: 10pt; line-height: 115%">Identify elements that make a meeting effective</li><li style="margin-bottom: 10pt; line-height: 115%">Determine how to be a great meeting facilitator and participant</li><li style="margin-bottom: 10pt; line-height: 115%">Identify productive ways to share opinions and disagreements in meetings</li></ul>Contact Hours: 1<a href="https://procurementu.myabsorb.com/files/8e6eda2c-170f-4934-ada5-5fbd7fc5c500/Public/Courses/256745d0-1f70-4b62-9a17-c536ec49c24e/Elements of Effective Meetings_Syllabus(2).pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Course Syllabus</a>

Elements of Effective Meetings

This session will discuss eMarketplace platforms related to technical considerations of how eMarketplace portals function and capabilities to customize.&nbsp; It will include lessons learned during the recent ValuePoint Request for Information (RFI) process regarding supply chain risks, precautions against cybersecurity threats, security of data and other important aspects.

Learning Objectives:

<li> Understand platform management and user experience related to workflow, authorization, special terms, etc.</li>
<li> Identify aspects of customer service and service level agreements.</li>

eMarketplace

Description

 Join our distinguished panel of academic researchers for an overview of the Assessing State PPE Procurement During COVID-19 report. This webinar will discuss the legal aspects of emergency procurement, the challenges procurement faced during the pandemic.

Learning Objectives

After this presentation attendees will be able to:

<ol>
	<li>Discuss the legal aspects of emergency procurement.</li>
	<li>Describe the challenges procurement faced while responding to COVID.</li>
	<li>Identify the characteristics of a strong state procurement response.&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
Course Technology Requirements: 

<ul>
	<li>Internet connection</li>
	<li>Support web browsers:
	<ul>
		<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
		<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
		<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
	</ul></li>
	<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
	<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

Emergency State Procurement During COVID-19

Type: self-paced, online &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Access Time: 365 days from enrollment

Description: Emotional intelligence (EI) is our ability to identify and control our emotions to achieve positive outcomes in our relationships. Project managers with high EI are better equipped to deal with team members, vendors, stakeholders, and sponsors and to handle and resolve conflicts. This course reviews the underlying concepts of emotional intelligence and explores how project managers can improve, and make use, of their emotional intelligence.

Learning Objectives:

<ol>
<li>Discuss the role of emotional intelligence for managers and project managers</li>
<li>Explain why improving emotional intelligence can improve managerial performance</li>
<li>Recognize the importance of emotional intelligence in successful project management</li>
<li>Discuss the nine key EI factors</li>
<li>Apply EI factors to project scenarios</li>
</ol>
Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers three (3) contact hours for continuing education credit.

CEUs: .3

Key Features:

<ul>
<li>Mobile-friendly</li>
<li>Audio-enabled</li>
<li>Badge and credit-awarding</li>
<li>Real-world case studies</li>
<li>Fully accessible</li>
<li>Games &amp; Flashcards</li>
<li>Expert-supported</li>
<li>Video content</li>
</ul>
Refund Policy:&nbsp;You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

Notes:

Estimated time to complete: 3 hours

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

This course does not require any additional purchases of supplementary materials.



CAPM®/PMP®/PgMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;1.5</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;1</li>
</ul>




PfMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;1</li>
</ul>




PMI-ACP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;1</li>
</ul>




PMI-PBA®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;1</li>
</ul>




PMI-RMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;1</li>
</ul>




PMI-SP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.5</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;1</li></ul>This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;<ul><li>
</li></ul>

Emotional Intelligence for Project Managers

Description

Presenters, Danetta Jackson, Business Outreach Program Manager for California, and Telisha Jackson, Small Business Outreach Specialist for Georgia, discuss building beneficial relationships with small businesses. This webinar will examine small business outreach and engagement programs from our presenters' states, identify ways to engage small business as member of central purchasing, and touch on ways small businesses can compete for state purchasing opportunities.



Learning Objectives

After this presentation, attendees will be able to:

1. Understand some features of the small business outreach programs of the presenters’ states.

2. Identify ways to engage small businesses to compete for contract opportunities.

3. Identify ways to improve working relationships with awarded small businesses (contract management).

4. Apply some practices or strategies to improve their own outreach to, and relationships with, small businesses.

Course Technology Requirements: 



<ul>
	<li>Internet connection</li>
	<li>Support web browsers:
	<ul>
		<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
		<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
		<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
	</ul></li>
	<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&amp;data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&amp;data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
	<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

Engaging Small Businesses in Procurement

The purpose of this webinar is to clearly define the term eprocurement, including what it is NOT.

Course Technology Requirements: 

<ul>
	<li>Internet connection</li>
	<li>Support web browsers:
	<ul>
		<li>Recommended: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (latest versions)</li>
		<li>Avoid: Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge</li>
		<li>If prompted, accept all cookies and allow popups</li>
	</ul></li>
	<li>Access to <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7Ckbarringer%40naspo.org%7C8dd59dbe734a436b626108d95743cfd8%7C71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7C0%7C0%7C637636771030075715%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=N02yfOVF3ycBNFWX37wZJosMZwcV%2FVRzeOB4T4BwByg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3a%2f%2fprocurementu.myabsorb.com%2f&data=04%7c01%7cjhenson%40naspo.org%7cb19b78a8a6674882425c08d955e4680b%7c71970842b50a47ddaf23f54175b61dfc%7c0%7c0%7c637635261757500024%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8ey">Procurement U LMS</a></li>
	<li>Ability to play and listen to audio through computer speakers or headphones</li>
</ul>

eProcurement: What It Is & What It Isn't

This course is FREE for everyone&nbsp;as part of our new Give Back Program. <a href="https://www.naspo.org/procurementugivesback/" rel="noreferrer noopener" tabindex="-1" target="_blank" title="https://www.naspo.org/procurementugivesback/">Click here to learn more</a>. 

Type: self-paced, online.&nbsp;

Description: &nbsp;This course will cover the concepts of work-life balance, stress management, time management, and how to utilize those concepts so they are most effective in your life.



Suggested Audience:&nbsp;Any government professional seeking a better balance between work and life, as well as a better understanding of stress and time management.&nbsp;

Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers 1&nbsp;contact hour&nbsp;for continuing education credit.&nbsp;

Learning Objectives:

<ul>
<li>Explain what work-life balance looks like in your life.</li>
<li>Recognize the signs that your life is out of balance.</li>
<li>Find personal solutions to create more balance.</li>
<li>Define stress.</li>
<li>Identify types of chronic and acute stress.</li>
<li>List your personal stress triggers.</li>
<li>Describe the negative impacts of stress in a person's life.</li>
<li>Discuss various lifestyle changes and behaviors that can help minimize stress.</li>
<li>Explain your personal plan for reducing stress and its impact in your life.</li>
<li>Define time management.</li>
<li>Prioritize, Plan, and Prevent Procrastination (the 3 Ps) to manage time.</li>
<li>Describe ways to address time management issues.</li>
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Essential Elements of Work-Life Balance

Type: self-paced, online &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Access Time: 365 days from enrollment

Description: Business ethics represent the standards for right and wrong that govern how business people act. The term also refers to the study of moral principles in the workplace. This course reviews the major ethical issues facing project managers. It looks at the specific challenges project leaders may confront as they deal with team members, vendors, stakeholders, and sponsors.

Learning Objectives:

<ol>
<li>Discuss the role of ethics in the workplace</li>
<li>Discuss project managers and the Ethical Triangle and its three components: Individual Ethics, Leadership Ethics, and Governance and Control</li>
<li>Recognize the key ethical issues in project management</li>
<li>Describe the provisions of the Project Management Institute® Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct</li>
<li>Discuss the four foundational values (Responsibility, Respect, Fairness, and Honesty) of the PMI® Code of Ethics</li>
<li>Apply ethical principles to project scenarios</li>
</ol>
Contact Hours:&nbsp;This course offers three (3) contact hours for continuing education credit.

CEUs: .3

Key Features:

<ul>
<li>Mobile-friendly</li>
<li>Audio-enabled</li>
<li>Badge and credit-awarding</li>
<li>Real-world case studies</li>
<li>Fully accessible</li>
<li>Games &amp; Flashcards</li>
<li>Expert-supported</li>
<li>Video content</li>
</ul>
Refund Policy:&nbsp;You may request a refund up to 5 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed. Completion percentage can be viewed on the Course Progress page from within the course.

Notes:

Estimated time to complete: 3 hours

This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

This course does not require any additional purchases of supplementary materials.



CAPM®/PMP®/PgMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;1.5</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li>
</ul>




PfMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li>
</ul>




PMI-ACP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li>
</ul>




PMI-PBA®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li>
</ul>




PMI-RMP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li>
</ul>




PMI-SP®

<ul>
<li>Technical PDUs:&nbsp;0</li>
<li>Leadership PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li>
<li>Strategic/Business PDUs:&nbsp;0.75</li></ul>This course is neither created nor hosted by NASPO. By clicking on the link to begin this course, you will be redirected from NASPO’s Learning Management System to the course site maintained by a third party for which NASPO expressly disclaims any warranty or liability. Furthermore, the viewpoints reflected or expressed in the course materials are the viewpoints solely of the course creator, and do not reflect the viewpoints of NASPO or its staff.&nbsp;<ul><li>
</li></ul>

Ethics for Project Managers

Building and managing your evaluation team is a crucial part of forming a quality recommendation. In this session, two states will discuss their solicitation evaluation process and strategies for managing the evaluation team to aid in presenting a solid recommendation for award.&nbsp;

Learning Objectives:

<li> Describe the RFP evaluation process.</li>
<li> Discuss the different evaluation team roles and responsibilities.</li>
<li> Identify best practices for managing an evaluation committee.</li>

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