Online
Advanced Purchasing Dynamics Cost Management Certification
In response to an overwhelming demand, APD has announced an on-line version of its Cost Management Certification Program.
The on-line program has all the same content as the traditional classroom version and is designed to be completed in four months. However, instead of face-to-face Group Sessions, content will be delivered in 4 modules each containing one live one-hour webinar, 4-5 on-demand video podcasts and additional exercises.
Here is how the program works. Each month all participants will complete a module by:
- Attending a live one-hour webinar. The live webinars are used to reinforce content and respond to any questions.
- Watching 4-5 video podcasts.
- Completing 2-3 exercises.
- Completing the certification exam for the materials.
Schedule
Module 1 – Constructing Effective Market Tests – Understanding Costs & Effective Use of Cost Breakdowns
Live webinar: August 26, 2020 10 to 11 AM EST
Module 2 – Building and Using Price and Cost Models
Live webinar: September 23, 2020 10 to 11 AM EST
Module 3 – Validating Optimal Costs
Live webinar: October 21, 2020 10 to 11 AM EST
Module 4 – Conducting Effective, Knowledge Based Negotiations
Live webinar: November 18, 2020 10 to 11 AM EST
Participation in the session will be limited to 25 to provide the ability to work one-on-one with participants.
Cost for participation is $2,000 ($USD). However, early bird registration for $1,750 ($USD) will be available until July 15, 2020. Registration will open in early January 2020.