The federal government, which purchases more than $500 billion in goods and services per year, relies on the contracting workforce to ensure maximum value. A certificate in government contracting will prepare you with a thorough knowledge of the procurement process, government standards and negotiating technique while helping you meet required education and training standards.
The government contracting certificate program is part of the Richard J. Bolte, Sr. School of Business. The Bolte School has an impeccable reputation for producing successful business leaders, and the entire faculty shares a commitment to ensuring that you receive the knowledge, experience and insight to leave the Mount as a responsible, methodologically sound and ethical business professional.
We're committed to making it easy for you to go back to school on a part-time basis to help you advance your career. It's important to us that you feel supported, can maintain your work-life balance, and have access to all of the resources you need to be a successful student. You will have all of the traditional college resources available to aid in your success, such as our award winning Career Center, Writing Center, Library and Learning Services, just to name a few.
Start your free applicationThe Mount's graduate certificate in government contracting was designed with assistance from the Defense Acquisition University (DAU). As a student, you will learn the ins and outs of negotiation, regulations, compliance and financial management from the perspectives of both the government and the private contractor.
As a student in the government contracting certificate program we make it easy for you to:
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Visit Our Career CenterGraduate level programs are designed to be taken one course at a time, providing you the flexibility you need to complete the 5- and 8-week classes at your own pace; with that the program pricing is set by credit hours instead of by the year like traditional undergraduate programs.
*Tuition represents 2019-20 rates, effective July 1, 2019. Tuition is subject to change without notice.
Students enrolled on at least half-time basis (6-credits per semester) may qualify for financial aid. You may seek financial assistance through federal and state-funded programs, private loan providers, or deferment of undergraduate loans. The Mount also has a variety of employer tuition remission or reimbursement agreements with local businesses and community colleges, so you may just get a discount from your employer or previous college.
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Graduate Student Financial AidAdmission to the program is rolling, which means we accept applications at any time of the year. Classes for the certificate begin in August, and submitting your application six weeks before your expected start date ensures a priority application decision. There is no application fee.
Students must meet the requirements of the certificate program to be considered for admission.
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