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Government Cost Estimating and Pricing

This online certificate provides training on government cost estimation proposal and evaluation cycles. It covers fundamentals of estimation using computer-based parametric estimates in compliance with Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) required by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 15.

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Please Note

In the interest of effectively updating the courses in this certificate program, we will no longer accept new students beginning in Summer 2024. The program will be unavailable until further notice.

Students who declared candidacy before Summer 2024 can continue with the original six-course program and are allowed to use substitute courses from other programs. Alternatively, students who wish to transition from their existing program into another one may do so.

For questions or guidance, please contact a program advisor at et@uclaextension.edu or 310-825-4100.

This program is perfect for...

Professionals seeking formal training in government cost estimation
Business managers, auditors, project managers, cost analysts, and others who are involved in government procurement
Professionals seeking to fulfill their continuing education requirements
Individuals desiring to pursue career paths in government contracts

What you can learn.

Statistical and parametric pricing, computer aided cost estimating
Pricing requirements imposed on government contractors by FAR
Best value and Sole Source contracting
Government acquisition processes, procurement cycles, and types of procurements

Courses

Click below to view the required and elective courses, if applicable, for this program.

Estimated Cost Breakdown

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.

Application & Candidacy Fee

150.00

Estimated Program Tuition

6000.00

Estimated program textbook/materials

175.00

*The Application & Candidacy Fee establishes your candidacy in the program for a period of time covering normal progress toward completion and may allow you to access a variety of program benefits.

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