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This course presents foundational information on the “what’s and why’s” of project management, and “real-world” project management techniques. Students are exposed to the basic tenets of project management and terminology that they can use immediately to increase their effectiveness and credibility with their managers, their peers, and their subordinates. |
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This program is presented in partnership with the WV Small Business Development Center and the US Small Business Administration. The program is delivered through a series of seminars that focus on topics and issues related to the acquisition and management of federal contracts. Participants gain a broad understanding of the federal acquisition regulations and processes. This detailed knowledge is invaluable for those companies already performing federal contracts or those who want to do so. Course content includes an overview of the federal acquisition regulations (FAR), planning for strategic growth, marketing and winning federal contracts, negotiated procurement, financial requirements, and contract management. |
Segment 1 – Federal Acquisition Overview – July 14 and 15, 2010
Segment 2 – Planning for Strategic Growth – August 18 and 19, 2010
Segment 3 – Marketing and Winning Federal Contracts – September 15 and 16, 2010
Segment 4 – Financial Requirements – October 20 and 21, 2010
Segment 5 – Negotiated Procurement – November 17 and 18, 2010
Segment 6 – Contract Management – December 8 and 9, 2010
CWE #112 - Fairmont
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This 3-day instructor-led course presents up-to-date, repeatable project management tools that attendees can implement throughout their departments and organizations to improve processes, streamline productivity, and drastically reduce costs. It is an essential foundational course for people who require more specific project management training, and those who want to become CAPM or PMP certified. |
Wed - Frid, 9:00 am – 4:00pm Oct 27 - 29
Fairmont, CWE #112
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Discover the basic concepts of project management and enhance your quality of life. Attending this session will increase your value to employers, civic groups, and as a volunteer. |
A. Mon, 3:30 - 5:30 pm Sept 20
MTEC, Morgantown
B. Mon, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Oct 11
CWE #111
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Developing the framework for how your company goes about new business development is so important to long-term success. This is true for both federal and commercial markets. This segment is built around the development plan and includes the resources that are available to provide business development support. This segment weaves in the regulations that govern acquisition agencies’ needs and planning processes, publication and competition requirements, and required sources of supplies and services. A portion of this class will also be devoted to the development of proposals for federal contracts. This course is Segment 3 of the 6-part Federal Acquisition Management (FAM) Certificate Program. |
Wed - Thurs, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm September 15 and 16, 2010
CWE #112 - Fairmont
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Pricing under federal contracts requires an understanding of those sections of the FAR that address contract cost principles and procedures, financing of contracts, and the Cost Accounting Standards. Participants will gain an in-depth and practical understanding of all cost and pricing matters through study and application of financial regulations. This course is Segment 4 of the 6-part Federal Acquisition Management (FAM) Certificate Program. |
Wed - Thurs, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm October 20 and 21, 2010
CWE #112 - Fairmont
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The government uses the Negotiated Procurement process to enter into contracts when the requirement cannot be exactly specified. These actions may be competitively negotiated or entered into on a sole source basis. It’s important for federal contractors to understand the differences between the two and all the steps that are involved. It is equally important that they understand the art and science of actual negotiation. This segment will cover both topic areas, along with oral presentations which are often necessary during Negotiated Procurements. This course is Segment 5 of the 6-part Federal Acquisition Management (FAM) Certificate Program. |
Wed - Thurs, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm November 17 and 18, 2010
CWE #112 - Fairmont
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There are numerous requirements that contractor’s must manage after award and before final close-out. Contract management requires not only an understanding of the contractual instrument but also many of the regulations that comprise the document. This segment will address all of those requirements including applicable labor law; patents, data and copyrights; bonds and insurance; auditing, modifications, subcontracting; management of government property, quality requirements transportation and many, many more. This course is Segment 6 of the 6-part Federal Acquisition Management (FAM) Certificate Program. |
Wed - Thurs, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm December 8 and 9, 2010
CWE #112 - Fairmont
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Whether you are an Early Childhood Educator, Parent, Grandparent, Teacher, anyone who works, lives and interacts with children, this class is for you! Story time is a great time to use Sign Language with Hearing Children. Using children’s books, we will teach you the signs and then read a story while doing the signs. Signs enhance story time making it more interesting and gets the child involved, too. We will learn some signs for songs, books, classroom management and more. We will have fun and learn at the same time. Instructor is S.T.A.R.S approved so S.T.A.R.S credit can be given. Please let us know when you register if you will need S.T.A.R.S credit. (Emphasis on working with Hearing Children) |
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Mastering the Manual Mode. Learn just how much more you can do when you move beyond the automatic settings. From exploring shutter speeds; selecting aperture and meter; determining sensor settings; and working with the flash, lenses and filters – this class has it all. Let our photography experts help you improve your compositions and intensify your sense of seeing, creating and self-expression. Required: SLR camera (film or DSLR) with full manual capability must be brought to all classes. Digital SLR Photography I strongly encouraged. Instructor: Belmear |
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In this course you'll discover dozens of shortcuts and tricks for setting up fully formatted worksheets quickly and efficiently. You'll also learn the secrets behind writing powerful mathematical formulas, using the function wizard to quickly and automatically calculate statistics, loan payments, future value, and more. |
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Master advanced features of Microsoft Excel 2007, including charting and PivotTables, and discover how this powerful MS Office program can boost your productivity. In this practical, hands-on course, you'll learn how to create informative and eye-catching charts, as well as how to harness the power of Excel 2007's filtering techniques.
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Wouldn't it be great to learn how to effectively use all the advanced Excel features at your disposal? In this practical and information-packed course, you'll see how to maximize Excel's functions and capabilities. By learning these advanced techniques, you can become more valuable to your organization. Your ability to generate information with increased accuracy, timeliness, and usefulness will lead you and others to better decision-making.
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Discover the basic concepts of project management and enhance your quality of life. Attending this session will increase your value to employers, civic groups, and as a volunteer. This short course will provide you with tools and techniques to help you work effectively. Simply follow the steps as outlined in this document and work with your team to manage activities and expectations.
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A. Mon 3:30 - 5:30pm Sept 20 (MTEC)
B. Mon 6:00 - 8:00pm Oct 11 (CWE #111)
MTEC
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Learn how to apply the world's most popular project management software to convert your lists and schedules into an integrated plan you can be proud of. See how Microsoft Project helps you think through and organize your project's details, sequence tasks, produce a baseline, assign resources and costs, track progress, identify and analyze variances, and revise your project plan.
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While the use of good business etiquette will not make up for technical knowledge in the workplace, bad manners and poor etiquette can cost both employees and the organizations for whom they work. Our etiquette programs are crafted to meet a variety of specific business needs. From email etiquette to international dining, our programs are designed to improve the professionalism of all participants who attend.
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A. Tues, 3:30 - 5:30pm Sept 7 (MTEC)
B. Mon, 3:30- 5:30 pm Oct 25 (CWE #111)
MTEC / CWE #111
