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EGSPS.Training@das.oregon.gov if you know of a national procurement certification program we missed:
The Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC) is an independent entity responsible for overseeing the Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) and Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) certification programs. These programs are highly esteemed among procurement professionals and employers in the public sector. To date, the UPPCC has certified over 10,000 professionals, primarily in the U.S. and Canada, as well as other countries worldwide. Visit the
UPPCC website.
The National Contract Management Association (NCMA) leads the field of contract management for professionals worldwide. Founded in 1959, the organization supports over 20,000 members by promoting their professional growth and educational advancement in procurement and acquisition. NCMA serves its members and informs the profession while fostering open exchanges of ideas through neutral forums. Visit
NCMA training.
The CPCM, CFCM, and CCCM are important certifications for individuals in contract management. To earn these certifications, candidates must have the right experience, education, training, and knowledge. These professional designations are well-respected in the field. The NCMA certification program helps raise professional standards, improve individual performance, and identify those who have key knowledge in contract management. Click to get information about
NCMA's Professional Certification Program.
The
American Purchasing Society
is an organization established in 1969 for buyers, purchasing managers, executives, and others interested in the purchasing profession. With members from every state and 28 countries worldwide, their goal is to improve the business purchasing function through education certification programs. Its educational objectives are achieved through training programs and publications that cater to the interests of the business and the purchasing community.