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Shorter than the undergraduate diploma program, the Acquisition and Contract Management Undergraduate Certificate program is often comprised of only six courses. Certificate programs tend to offer quite focused instruction in a specific subject area; in this instance acquisition and contract management. Individuals who may benefit from earning this certificate are those who plan on pursuing a career in purchasing or managing contracts. Also, students who believe that they may want to continue their education at another time can use this as a foundation and apply the credit earned to an associate’s or bachelor’s degree program.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, purchasing agents monitor vendor output and services to ensure that contract terms are being met. Because of this they must be aware of applicable laws and regulations, as well as have good conflict resolution and negotiation skills. Research skills are also important as purchasing professionals often must research vendors and goods to ensure that the best price is procured. Companies rely on purchasing agents and managers to keep costs down, which helps to raise profit margins. The education that students receive while earning their Acquisition and Contract Management Undergrad Certificate focus in on these job tasks and could help them learn these important skills.

Example Courses

• Project Management
• Purchasing and Materials Management
• Procurement and Contract Law

Potential Industries

• Purchasing
• Contract Management
• Acquisitions

Colleges Offering Degree

• Strayer University