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Training and Professional Development Overview

IACCM's purpose is to raise the status, profile and professionalism of commercial contracting. As the only global, not-for-profit association focused in this field, we are dedicated to the interests of commercial contracting professionals around the world. With members from more than 1,000 corporations in over 90 countries, IACCM is proud of its innovation and outstanding research and training capabilities.

IACCM training and professional accreditation is a key element in delivering this value - and ensuring the growing status of our members. The IACCM program is unique and brings attributes and objectivity far beyond that of similar professional associations. It is simple, low cost - and designed to recognize all aspects of your professional achievement and contribution. Our materials and approach offer convenience and continuing access. They also provide group or personal development plans. Unique features include:

• Global on-line delivery. Physical classes or test centers are options.
• Unique benchmarks. No other program offers the ability to see how you stand on key skills compared with your peers or similar organizations.
• Continuing and unrestricted access to learning materials. A full, on-demand syllabus at your fingertips.
• Personal progress reports - and management reports for groups. Dynamic, on-line monitoring of progress and results.
• An international syllabus and recognition - for a growing worldwide profession.

The IACCM Contracts Management Learning Resources portal is your gateway to secure global access to knowledge, information and resources as well as the assessment tool. The Learning Resources portion of the portal provides a range of learning modules and relevant resources specifically for contracting professionals. These resources include links to a wealth of contract management information, tools and templates.

IACCM Learning Resources

The Learning Resources portal provides a range of learning modules and relevant resources specifically for contracting professionals. These resources can include links to a wealth of contract management information, tools and templates. IACCM has worked to define robust, Web-based curricula supporting the entire contracting lifecycle and the skill and knowledge requirements for both the sales and procurement functions. Take a look at either the Sales Curriculum or Procurement Curriculum, which you can access from the links below.

The Contract Management life cycle extends from pre-bid activities, through bid processes, drafting, negotiations and post-award contract management. There are also modules that cross all phases, and these Foundation modules are found below the phases. Modules run an average of 30 minutes with audio and visuals, and provides up to 2 hours of instruction when combined with integrated reading materials, case studies and surveys.

Please select which curriculum you want to see:

• Procurement Curriculum
• Sales Curriculum

Fees for IACCM Web-Based Learning Curriculum

Annual licenses are available to members and provide unlimited access to IACCM's full on-line training syllabus, consisting of more than 30 on demand modules with a total training time of approximately 80 hours plus extensive links to other professional resources (for example, the IACCM library and research reports).

One Year Unlimited Use License to All Modules: $275
Two Years Unlimited Use License to All Modules: $425
One year IACCM Membership and Modules: $425

We also offer group facilities which include options such as on-line skills assessment and professional development planning (please contact info@iaccm.com for more details and applicable charges). In addition, individuals and groups may apply for IACCM Professional Certification, which is an internationally recognized accreditation program (see below).

IACCM Certification

There are four level of certification available: Associate, Member, Certified Member and Fellow.

The IACCM Certification Program is undertaken on-line and includes Skills Assessment and validation, and an examination to confirm knowledge of the Contract Management Life Cycle. Certification applications will be approved by a review board of senior managers / executives.

IACCM's Certification processes support those who are charged with managing or negotiating today's complex business-to-business contracts and relationships. Our unique approach saves substantial time and cost, provides you with instant visibility of your skill and knowledge levels, the tools to drive on-going personal development to achieve your goals.

The IACCM certification process includes competency assessments, reviews, and examinations and personalized training curriculums, recognized by leading executive search firms and major international employers. As an Association, we are interested in best practice - individuals, functions and processes.

IACCM's unique web-based assessment system supports evaluation of current knowledge and skill set. This approach enables comprehensive professional development planning and provides a global overview of individual capabilities. The assessments are available online, 24 x 7 through our secure application to participants and designated reviewers.

The assessment provides an understanding of the relative skill and knowledge performance for each of the participants. IACCM - Research and Learning has performed assessment for several thousand contracting professionals, representing over 200 companies in every industry worldwide.

IACCM's contract management knowledge examination covers the full life cycle of contract management. There are exams for both the Sales and Procurement tracks. You can expect to have to complete around 100 multiple-choice questions in two hours. Since the exam is also in the online assessment tool, it can be done on your schedule, but once started can not be stopped. A case study questionnaire follows the exam, if you are applying for Certified Member or higher.

Certification is at one of these four levels:

Associate (ACCM): open to anyone working in a contracts / commercial management role or directly related field who has or is undertaking relevant training and can demonstrate appropriate skills and knowledge.

Member (MCCM): will be working in contract / commercial management or sourcing and have a minimum 2 years experience in this field (or 5 years in a related field). Although experience will be limited, a member will have appropriate qualifications and will have demonstrated their potential skills through job performance and success in the appropriate IACCM on-line examination.

Certified Member (MCCMCert): a certified member is likely to have a minimum 7 years experience and be in a management or senior specialist role. In addition to demonstrating highly developed skills and knowledge, a certified member will also be required to submit a brief written transcript regarding their work experience, plus undertaking a more extensive on-line examination (multiple choice plus case study analysis). The application will be approved by a review board of senior managers / executives. Certified members are invited to volunteer as mentors for more junior members of the profession.

Fellow (FCCM): a fellow is elected by the Advisory Board and, in addition to outstanding experience and performance in their career, must demonstrate a record of contribution to the profession and its development. A fellow undertakes initial certification using the same template as a certified member and should also submit a written transcript and resume. As part of the fellow certification process, he or she is interviewed by a panel of other fellows (typically phone interview). Fellow status is then granted dependent on submission of a research paper on a mutually agreed topic within 6 months of appointment.

Members can request re-certification (to move to the next level) not less than one year after their initial certification. All members must renew their certification every two years, demonstrating that they continued to perform tasks relevant to the profession and their status within it.

IACCM Certification - Member and Certified Levels Pricing:

To sign up now for any or all of the above items go to www.iaccm.com/membership.

For additional information on IACCM Training and Certification contact info@iaccm.com.

Experiential Learning

IACCM's Negotiations Challenge is the first in a series of interactive, facilitated Web-based workshops. Our approach combines presentation of relevant learning content including concepts, tools, techniques and best practices with development of a tailored case study and team challenge. After the introductory session participants work through the negotiating event, leveraging tools and principles presented within the course. The follow-on session is dedicated to reviewing the teams' activities and discussing multiple, what-if scenarios.

Contact info@iaccm.com to find out about the next Challenge.