Certified Management & Program Analyst - Level I
IDPMGA1.CP.2024
Develop Expertise in Data Analysis, Project Management, and Communication for Early-Career Analysts
Develop Expertise in Data Analysis, Project Management, and Communication for Early-Career Analysts
A Management and Program Analyst’s role is generally associated with a wide variety of analytical assignments. This curriculum provides a valuable analytical foundation for those working in a management and program analysis role, as well as those interested in building core analytical skills.
The program includes three levels of achievement. The first level will provide an introduction to management analysis and provide a foundation for working with data. The second level is designed to provide more intensive instruction in analysis and an analytical view to approaching work. The third level is focused on applying analytical skills. The three levels include courses in analysis, technology, and communications, among other skills.
Participants should expect to compete the program within three (3) years.
This is the recommended order, but some courses may be taken in a different order.
Unit 1 3 Days
Learn the core tools and techniques used by management analysts to assess problems, analyze data, and make informed decisions. This course combines lectures, discussions, and hands-on exercises to build a solid foundation in management analysis.
Unit 2 2 Days
Build core writing skills for government and public-sector work with a focus on purpose, audience, structure, and plain language. Learn a practical process to plan, draft, revise, and edit documents so they are clear, concise, and easy to act on.
Unit 3 3 Days
Explore how data collection methods impact the reliability of management studies and audits. This course provides hands-on experience in designing tools and practicing data collection techniques for various scenarios.
Unit 4 2 Days
Unit 5 2 Days
This two‑day introductory course equips participants with essential descriptive statistical techniques to describe and interpret data accurately. Emphasis is placed on understanding formula selection, interpreting results, and applying findings in decision-making contexts.
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Each installment is charged to your card on file one week before the start of the associated course. The payment schedule may vary if the courses are taken in a different order.
Installments | List Price | |
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$649.90 | 10% non-refundable deposit | -- |
$1,429.00 | Introduction to Management Analysis | $1,429 |
$1,049.00 | Writing Essentials | $1,049 |
$1,549.00 | Data Collection Methods | $1,549 |
$1,049.00 | Clear Expression through Critical Thought | $1,049 |
$773.10 | Descriptive Statistics for Data Analysis | $1,049 |
▴ Your 10% deposit has been applied, as well as the certificate discount of -$374 | ||
$6,499.00 | Total You Pay |
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