AACE International Certification Program: Growing in Recognition and Strength Globally

Certification News / August 16, 2022

AACE International’s Certification program continues to grow in recognition and strength globally. While challenging to achieve, the industry recognition that comes to those who have achieved our certifications continues at a very robust pace. During the June 2022 Annual AACE International Conference and Exposition, the Certification Board participated with the Technical and Education Associate Boards to provide conference attendees insights into the activities by the AACE headquarters liaisons and the volunteers comprising these three essential bodies within the overall AACE organization. This article is based on that presentation…

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Earned Value Professional Certification-360

Certification News / June 21, 2022

The EVP, short for Earned Value Professional, is a credential that signifies the badge owner is a practitioner of Earned Value Management with a demonstrated mastery in organizing the scope of a project into meaningful structure by 1) planning, scheduling, and budgeting the project work from initiation through close out; 2) monitoring project progress through performance measurement; 3) analyzing and generating relevant reports regarding project performance; and 4) managing change to the scope of work throughout the life-cycle of a project. The EVP is one of five professional level certifications offered by AACE International, and is the leading credential in the Earned Value Management world…

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Your Path to PRMP Certification

Certification News / April 14, 2022

AA successful Project Risk Management Professional (PRMP) beta examination was conducted in June 2021. Since that time, the PRMP Committee has been busy moving toward a final PRMP certification that will be offered to the general public, soon. If you are interested in becoming a PRMP certified by AACE this article will be of interest to you…

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Understanding and Estimating Escalation, Part Two

Certification News / February 15, 2022

As described in the previous Part 1 article, published in the December 2021 edition of AACE’s Source, escalation calculations are part of the required skills and knowledge for a Certified Estimating Professional (CEP)…

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Understanding and Estimating Escalation

Certification News / December 8, 2021

With the present global supply chain interruptions and rising inflation, there is an ever-increasing focus and concern for getting future project cost estimate escalation properly calculated and communicated. Project owners should understand and address the escalation risk exposures their projects may face in both the near and long terms. Ensuring your team is prepared to defend its cost escalation calculations is best done through conformance with the required skills and knowledge that all CEP certification holders possess…

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Technician to Expert: Identifying the Right Certification(s) for Your Career Plan

Certification News / October 7, 2021

AACE International (AACE) offers certifications that span the full range of career paths from Technician to Professional to Expert. Certifications bring value to your career, the organization you work for, and the clients that you serve. Sustained growth beyond a college degree shows commitment to professional ethics, while distinguishing yourself ahead of others in the job market and keeping your skills up to date…

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Recertification and Volunteering 101

Certification News / June 22, 2021

So, you have just passed your exam and been notified that you are now AACE certified — congratulations, and welcome to an elite field of professionals that boast remarkable backgrounds across the cost engineering field…

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The State of the Certification Program

Certification News / April 6, 2021

AACE’s certification program has continued in a robust manner, even during the COVID pandemic that impacted much of 2020. The graphics which follow provide a dashboard view of the certification program as AACE closed 2020…

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The Delicate Balance of Managing Expectations Regarding Certification Examinations

Certification News / February 5, 2021

The Delicate Balance of Managing Expectations Regarding Certification Examinations, By AACE Certification Board—During the AACE International’s Annual Conference and Expo in June 2020, the Certification Board sponsored a virtual session entitled “Ask Me Anything About Certification”. This article builds…

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