What is an online graduate certificate in acquisition and contract management?

An online graduate certificate in acquisition and contract management is a program of study that can help advance your skills in acquisition strategy, planning, and logistics. Typically, the credits you earn in a graduate certificate program can later be applied to a related master's degree program. UMGC’s online graduate certificate in acquisition and contract management is an 18-credit program that covers topics like decisive thinking, costs price analysis, leadership, and contracting.

How long does it take to get an online graduate certificate in acquisition and contract management?

UMGC's online graduate certificate in acquisition and contract management is a 18-credit program with courses offered year-round. Depending on how many credits you complete each term and the number of credits you may be able to transfer, you can expect to finish the program in as little as nine months.

How much does an online graduate certificate in acquisition and contract management cost?

UMGC is committed to keeping our tuition and fees as affordable as possible. The online graduate certificate in acquisition and contract management follows the standard graduate program tuition rates, which appear at the top of this webpage. We also offer scholarships, an interest-free monthly payment plan, and no-cost digital materials in place of most textbooks to help make your education more affordable.

What background do I need to get an online graduate certificate in acquisition and contract management?

You don't need to have majored in a specific area to be successful in the online graduate certificate in acquisition and contract management program at UMGC.

Acquisition & Contract Management Graduate Certificate

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DEGREE AT A GLANCE

18 credits
Transfer exactly 6 credits
All courses available online
Select hybrid courses available

TUITION RATES

$534 per credit (in-state)
$659 per credit (out-of-state)
$336 per credit (military)
Other fees may apply

Build expertise in acquisition strategy, planning, logistics, and strategy.

The online acquisition and contract management certificate program at University of Maryland Global Campus addresses many challenges faced by government contracting for specialized acquisitions, including service, research and development, and information technology contracts.

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Total Credits Required: 18

Take the following courses in the order listed:

Foundation Course

(6 Credits, DCL 600M)

Core Courses

(6 Credits, ACM 610)
(6 Credits, ACM 620)

All courses must be taken in the order listed.
You must complete each course with a grade of B or better to advance to the next course.
The grade of C is not available for these courses.
The courses in this program will have seven-day and 60-day options for the grade of Incomplete.

Apply Credit to a Master’s Degree in Acquisition & Contract Management

If you complete this certificate program, you may be able to apply the certificate’s required coursework to course requirements for the master’s degree in acquisition and contract management.

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These requirements are for students who enroll in the��2024–2025 academic year. For prior year requirements, visit our catalog archive.

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Graduate Certificate Requirements

In addition to the specific course requirements outlined on each certificate webpage, UMGC maintains certain requirements for all certificates.

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Program Highlights

Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from the expertise and experience of our respected faculty.

Build Your Skills

Improve your skills in communication, critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, and leadership.

Address Challenges

Help address challenges faced by government contracting for specialized acquisitions.

Apply Your Skills

Apply various cost analysis techniques and quantitative tools to evaluate a cost proposal.

Gain Expertise

Build expertise in acquisition strategy, planning, logistics, and strategy.

Gain Hands-On Experience

Develop an acquisition plan using quantitative techniques to quantify and facilitate decisions.

Explore Legal Issues

Explore a broad array of legal issues applicable to acquisition.

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Industry Certification Exams

This program is designed to help prepare you for the following certification exams:

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