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Scheduled year-round, these courses offer you a hands-on way to learn.
Scheduled year-round, these courses offer you a hands-on way to learn.
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Attend courses live in a virtual classroom providing real-time interaction with instructors.
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FPS Webinars bring you quality training in an easily digestible 1- 2-hour webinar format.
Spend 1 to 5 days immersed in government contracting topics and networking.
Spend 1 to 5 days immersed in government contracting topics and networking.
A repository of "just-in-time" informal learning resources critical to the government contractor.
A repository of "just-in-time" informal learning resources critical to the government contractor.
Build expertise in specialized areas - update your professional profile; advance your career.
Build expertise in specialized areas - update your professional profile; advance your career.
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Bring training onsite for your team for a completely relevant and focused course experience.
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Nov 7, 2024
2:00-3:30 PM EST
Estimating System Requirements - Session 8 - Procurement University 2024
Procurement University - 2024
This session will discuss the impact of estimating systems on the accounting and pricing functions. We will cover the Estimating System adequacy criteria contained in the DFARS business systems rule, material weaknesses and significant deficiencies, cost vs. price analysis, basis of estimate (BOE), and what DCAA looks for in the audit process. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to: Understand cost estimating system requirements and how they are implemented; Identify where to locate specific DCAA audit programs which relate to estimating; Maintain up-to-date information of the threshold for obtaining certified cost or pricing data; Describe multiple forms of acceptable cost or pricing data and when certification is required; List the basic Basis of Estimate (BOE) components and develop an estimating technique; and Understand common estimating challenges.
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Nov 12-14, 2024
Basics of Government Contracting
Federal Publications Seminars (FPS) presents a fundamental course - an in-depth study of the entire federal government contract procurement process with emphasis on the practical, and the keys to success in today's contract world. The course will provide a strong foundation on which to build greater subject-matter expertise. This is also for more experienced professionals who will gain a freshened understanding and heightened awareness of issues, and improved ability to operate successfully in the ever-changing world of government contracting.
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Public Classroom
Nov 12-13, 2024
Defective Pricing Avoidance Workshop -Best Practices
This two-day workshop will provide opportunities to discuss issues and answer questions regarding defective pricing. You will obtain an up-to-date summary of the underlying defective pricing statue and significant case law, understand FAR contract clauses and when they apply and review DoD, IG and DCAA guidance and audit programs.
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Public Classroom
Nov 12-13, 2024
FAR Workshop
Two concentrated days on understanding and using FAR in your daily contracting activities. Taught by deeply experienced industry experts, students will develop and refine the skills necessary to apply the FAR to virtually any acquisition situation.
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Public Classroom
Nov 12-13, 2024
Forward Pricing Rate Agreements
This course is a Pre-Award course as it is an agreement between DCAA and the contractors to allow for agreed-upon (Certified Pricing) pricing of certain products/services across multiple contracts held by the contractor. This becomes an efficiency for contractors and DCAA in the audit pricing function, as it expedites certified pricing approvals.
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Destination Weeklongs
Nov 12-15, 2024
San Diego Government Contracts Mini-Week 2024
Join your government contracting industry peers at the San Diego Marriott La Jolla, November 12-15, 2024, for four days of training and networking. Create your schedule from 11 courses, including the 2024 Government Contracts Review & Outlook.
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Nov 12, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Government Contractors and Artificial Intelligence - Safely Harness and Thrive With AI
Artificial Intelligence ("AI") offers transformative potential when effectively tailored around, trained for, and applied to industry-specific challenges. Steve Karp, Chief Innovation Officer, and Jacob Borgeson, Senior Product Marketing Director at Unanet will lead us in conversation on how AI can drive significant efficiencies and improvements in key business areas specific to government contractors. The duo will lay out a framework to strategically harness AI in areas most suited to "move the needle" in its ability to enhance operations and manage associated risks. You will walk away with an understanding of the three primary AI "value pillars" - Automate, Answer, and Advice - to help adapt and thrive in this innovative environment.
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Nov 13, 2024
Managing Government Contract Audits
This newly designed course will take you through the full audit process when dealing with government auditors. As with any audit, questions arise and the amount of documentation and requests can be enormously burdensome. However, this class will take you through some tips and tricks so as you can be more effective in answering questions and developing responses to ensure a smooth audit process.
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Live Webinars
Nov 13, 2024
11:00 AM-12:30 PM EST
Risk Analytics in Government Reporting
A CohnReznick Advisory and Contract Audit collaborative view of how to reduce compliance risk in U.S. Government reporting. We will look specifically at a selection of the Defense Contract Audit Agency's (DCAA) audit requirements and discretionary audits through the lens of identifying risk. DCAA's Audit Plans can provide valuable insights into many of the risk analytics that you can understand and perform to get a step ahead. We will share some of our most memorable findings, insights, and techniques from both the preparation and audit points of view. Learning Objectives: Gain a basic understanding of the regulatory requirements. Gain a in depth understanding of select DCAA Audit Plans and discretionary audit requirements. Obtain a usable framework to guide internal risk assessment and analysis prior to U.S. Government reporting.
CPE, CLE
Live Webinars
Nov 13, 2024
1-2 PM EST
The AUKUS Exemption Under ITAR - Exploring the New Authorization for Defense Trade with Australia and UK
This webinar will discuss the recently issued, long-awaited exemption under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) for defense trade between and among "authorized users" in Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Learning Objectives: In particular, the webinar will explore the nature and extent of newly authorized activity, , delineate the limitations on the use of the exemption, and touch upon possible use cases and next steps.
CPE, CLE
Public Classroom
Nov 14-15, 2024
Advanced FAR Workshop
An advanced review of the major issues and updates of the FAR with case studies and class discussion.
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Public Classroom
Nov 14-15, 2024
Contract Closeout
This course will teach participants procedures contractors should employ in the post-completion phase of a government contract including documentation management and contract acquisition strategy.
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Public Classroom
Nov 14-15, 2024
Federal Subcontracting for Primes and Subs
Attendees will understand the rights and obligations relating to subcontract performance and management that result from government contract terms and conditions and the FAR, and will develop the skills necessary to use and maintain these rights during subcontract performance and management, beginning with the development of technical, quality and delivery requirements through a clear and mutually agreeable statement of work.
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Public Classroom
Nov 14-15, 2024
The Masters Institute in Government Contract Accounting
A companion course to the Masters Institute in Government Contract Costs, this workshop covers the treatment of accounting information and data throughout the contracting cycle.
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Live Webinars
Nov 19, 2024
1:30-2:30 PM EST
2024 GAUGE Report - Balancing Efficiencies and Compliance with AI Insights
Join the authors of the GAUGE Report for the final 2024 results, based on the GAUGE Survey, where 1,255 contributors provided answers in five main areas of contracting: government contract compliance, accounting, utilization, growth, and efficiencies. The webinar presenters will share new data on improving company compliance and efficiencies, including cash flow, project management, labor resources, indirect rates, and, most of all, applying AI insights to accelerate businesses' profitability. Designed for GovCon executives, accounting and finance departments, HR managers, IT managers, and operations, this webinar will also cover: Current market dynamics and key organizational issues, opportunities, and challenges Business and project management outlook, performance, and operations metrics Compliance and audit experiences, costs, and key metrics Noteworthy trends and actionable steps for addressing industry issues, with a focus on AI enablement AI Maturity Model: Six steps to kick start your AI strategy, data usage & confidence, tools, and integration
Live Webinars
Nov 20, 2024
11:00 AM-12:30 PM EST
Internal Controls in Government Reporting
A CohnReznick Advisory and Contract Audit collaborative view of how to build and manage internal controls around DFARS Business Systems and Government Reporting. This will take a "not quite deep" dive into how internal controls can be leveraged for more than compliance within your organization. Learning Objectives: Gain a basic understanding of the DFARS regulatory requirements. Gain a basic understanding of internal control framework. Obtain a usable framework and understanding of how to build and manage your internal controls through the regulatory requirements to strengthen your organization.
CPE, CLE
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