Property Accountability: The Life Cycle Course (Self-Paced)

This course includes

18 hours of project-based training from experts
Answers from real instructors
Proprietary workbook included
Retake for free within 1 year
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution
Credits: 18 CPEs and 1.8 CEUs

This course is self-paced. For live online or in-person instruction, take Property Accountability: The Life Cycle.

Learn how to apply laws and regulations to realistic problems in life-cycle management. Focus on acquisition, accountability (including inventory management, redistribution, and reconciliation), and disposal of property. Develop effective team-based skills for managing and leading life-cycle property management operations.

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$1,399
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This course includes

18 hours of project-based training from experts
Answers from real instructors
Proprietary workbook included
Retake for free within 1 year
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution
Credits: 18 CPEs and 1.8 CEUs

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Property Accountability: The Life Cycle Course (Self-Paced) Curriculum

What You'll Learn at a Glance

Describe the property management life cycle principles.
Describe factors for determining the need for equipment.
State supply sources and the acquisition process.
Discuss specific responsibilities of property managers in the accountability phase.
Discuss the inventory management functions of the accountability phase.
Summarize situations that require the disposal of property.
Explain the methods, time frames, and responsibilities for disposal.
Apply the proven principles and practices of personal property management to a GAO case study.

Course Syllabus

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Overview of the Property Management Life Cycle

Introduction to the life cycle of property management: acquisition, accountability, control, and disposal.
Learn about the role of asset management in supporting organizational objectives and meeting mission requirements.
Understand the roles of internal and external stakeholders, such as GSA, the acquisition office, and the property management office.

Module 1: Phase 1 – Determination of Need and Acquisition

Define the responsibilities of property managers in determining the need for property and equipment.
Understand the procurement process, including the importance of identifying appropriate acquisition sources and methods of supply.
Explore the challenges of managing customer expectations and overcoming issues related to property requests.

Module 2: Phase 2 – Accountability and Control

Learn how to manage the accountability and control phase, including tracking and managing physical inventories.
Understand the role of property custodians, accountable property officers, and the relationship between physical inventories and financial records.
Study methods for reconciling property discrepancies and ensuring compliance with internal and external standards.

Module 3: Phase 3 – Disposal

Understand when and why property should be disposed of, including situations of under-utilization, damage, or the end of a contract.
Learn about the various disposal options, including sale, donation, abandonment, and reutilization through GSA.
Understand the role of the property manager in ensuring proper disposal of property in compliance with government regulations.

Module 4: Team Leadership and Property Management

Explore the importance of leadership in property management, including identifying leadership styles and addressing team behaviors.
Understand how team leadership impacts the effectiveness of property management processes, including property acquisition, accountability, and disposal.
Learn how to manage teams to improve performance and foster collaboration in property management operations.

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