NCMA Certifications
NCMA’s certification programs have become the national standard in our profession. An NCMA certification tells current and prospective employers that you have mastered the portions of the Contract Management Body of Knowledge (CMBOK) covered by that certification. NCMA certifications help you differentiate yourself from your peers, demonstrate your commitment to professional development and may help you with a promotion or help you in your job search. NCMA currently offers four professional certifications: Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM), Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), and Certified Contracts Management Associate (CCMA).
The CPCM, CFCM, CCCM, and CCMA are certifications awarded to candidates who meet rigorous standards, including experience, education, training, and knowledge. They are professional designations of distinction, and carry the respect of their peers in the profession. The NCMA professional certification program is designed to elevate professional standards, enhance individual performance, and distinguish those who demonstrate knowledge essential to the practice of contract management. The CPCM exam is based on all of the competencies found in the Contract Management Body of Knowledge (CMBOK). The CFCM and CCCM exams are based on knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), respectively. All exams are designed to be legally defensible and psychometrically sound.
For more information on NCMA’s certification programs check out our pages for the four certifications below.
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Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM)
For professionals who have mastered the competencies in the Contract Management Body of Knowledge (CMBOK)®. This pinnacle certification is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and based on the internationally recognized Contract Management Standard™.
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Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)
CFCM™ is ANSI-Accredited and designed to exhibit knowledge as a contract manager from the perspective of the federal environment, which is heavily focused on the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
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Certified Commercial Contract Manager (CCCM)
A CCCM™ certificate holder exhibits knowledge as a contract manager as it relates to the training & knowledge of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC).
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Certified Contract Management Associate (CCMA)
The CCMA is an ANSI-Accredited, entry-level certification based on the ANSI-Approved Contract Management Standard™ and designed to assure new professionals and decision-makers that the right knowledge has been achieved to practice contract management.