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UPPCC CERTIFICATION: Now is the Time

Who is the UPPCC?. Created in 1978 by NIGP and NASPOComposed of 2 separate volunteer bodies:The Governing BoardThe Board of Examiners. UPPCC Composition. Governing Board3 members from NIGP3 members from NASPO2 advisory members2 academiciansNIGP

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UPPCC CERTIFICATION: Now is the Time

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    1. UPPCC CERTIFICATION: Now is the Time Presented by: Norma J. Hall, FNIGP, CPPB, CPPO, CPM Project Manager – MMO Chair – Governing Board, UPPCC

    2. Who is the UPPCC? Created in 1978 by NIGP and NASPO Composed of 2 separate volunteer bodies: The Governing Board The Board of Examiners

    3. UPPCC Composition Governing Board 3 members from NIGP 3 members from NASPO 2 advisory members 2 academicians NIGP & NASPO Executive Directors Board of Examiners 3 members from NIGP 3 members from NASPO 1 member each: CAPPO, FAPPO, NAEP & NPI 1 advisory member Psychometric Consultant

    4. UPPCC Headquarters HQ Offices – Washington, DC Metro Area Professional Staff Exec Dir & Program Administrator – Ann Peshoff Certification Coordinator – Kitty Campbell Certification Analyst – Charles Tedesco, CPPO Consulting Staff Testing Agency - Prometric

    5. Goals of Certification Increases professionalism in a field of practice by: Identifying a Body of Knowledge Establishing a specific level of knowledge and experience for certification 3rd Party verification of qualifications

    6. Benefits of Certification Professional Recognition Increased Credibility Increased Self Confidence Increased Knowledge

    7. Benefits of Certification (cont.) Enhances the Value of Professionals to Employers Career Advancement Competitive Marketing Advantage

    8. UPPCC Certifications “Only globally recognized certifications specifically designed for government purchasing professionals” “Global recognition provides for greater career mobility”

    9. UPPCC Certification Offerings Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) Supervisors of public purchasers/buyers Managers of public purchasing function First certificate issued in 1964 Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) Buyer-level or non-managerial or supervisory First certificate (under PPB certificate program) issued in 1979 First CPPB certificate issued in 1991

    10. Process Overview Review the UPPCC Handbook & Application (www.uppcc.org) Demonstrate eligibility via the application Obtain approval of application Schedule exam with Prometric Successfully pass the examination Recertify every 5 years

    11. Eligibility Requirements Formal Education Public Purchasing Work Experience Purchasing-Related Coursework/Training

    12. CPPB Candidate Eligibility Schedule A High School/GED 96 contact hours 5 yrs purchasing experience of which 3 yrs are public sector Schedule B Associate’s Degree 96 contact hours 4 yrs purchasing experience of which 3 years are public sector

    13. CPPB Candidate Eligibility (cont.) Schedule C Bachelor’s Degree 48 contact hours 2 yrs public purchasing experience Schedule D Advanced Degree 24 contact hours 2 yrs public purchasing experience

    14. CPPO Candidate Eligibility Schedule A CPPB Certification 144 contact hours 8 yrs purchasing experience of which 3 yrs are in a public sector management function Schedule B Bachelor’s Degree 48 contact hours 3 yrs purchasing experience of which 2 yrs are in a public sector management function

    15. CPPO Candidate Eligibility (cont.) Schedule C Advanced Degree 24 contact hours 3 yrs purchasing experience of which 2 yrs are in a public sector management function

    16. The Application Process Document Experience Through Official Job Descriptions Document Formal Education Document Coursework Make Sure You Sign the Application!

    17. Documentation: Purchasing Experience Full-time, paid employment only (> 30 hrs weekly) Employment Dates Position Titles to match position descriptions Official Position Descriptions (required) Working Position Descriptions (if needed)

    18. Documentation: Formal Education Official Sealed Transcript issued by College or University Document only Highest Level Achieved

    19. Documentation: Coursework Higher Ed Level Procurement – Related Topics* 3 credit hrs = 24 contact hours Formal sealed transcript as documentation *Candidate Handbook p.6 Other Coursework Procurement – Specific Topics 1 classroom hour = 1 contact hour Completion certificates as documentation

    20. Application Process (cont.) Applications valid for 2 full years Allows sufficient time to complete the examination (4 opportunities) Allows sufficient time for denied applicants to re-apply without incurring additional application fees

    21. Application Review Verify applicant meets eligibility req’s Req’s must be met at the time of application 4-6 weeks processing time Authorization To Test (ATT) letters sent separately Application Appeals Process

    22. Program Fees CPPO Fees** NIGP and NASPO National Members: $450 Non-Members: $650 **Includes application, administrative and CPPB Fees** NIGP or NASPO National Members: $350 Non-Members: $450 initial examination fee.

    23. Examination Format Single computer-based assessment Based on 2008 UPPCC Body of Knowledge* 175 multiple choice questions 3.5 hours of testing time *Candidate Handbook – p.20

    24. Exam Format Situational Questions Higher-cognitive level (reasoning/intuition/perception) Candidates may submit comments on items Comments and stats reviewed by BOE Final scores released to candidates No oral exam requirement for CPPO

    25. 2010 CPPB Test Specifications Administrative Aspects of Purchasing – 19% Procurement Requests – 17% Solicitation & Evaluations of Bids & Proposals – 20% Supplier Analysis – 8% Negotiation Process – 3% Contract Award and Administration – 18% External/Internal Relationships – 9% Materials Management – 2% Human Resources/Personnel – 2% Forecasting & Strategies – 2%

    26. 2010 CPPO Test Specifications Administrative Aspects of Purchasing – 15% Procurement Requests – 8% Solicitation & Evaluations of Bids & Proposals – 10% Supplier Analysis – 7% Negotiation Process – 8% Contract Award and Administration – 10% External/Internal Relationships – 15% Materials Management – 3% Human Resources/Personnel – 14%

    27. Side-by-side Comparison CPPB CPPO Admin – 19% Procurement Req – 17% Bids & Prop – 20% Supplier Analyst – 8% Negotiations – 3% Contract Award – 18% Relationships – 9% Materials Mgmt – 2% HR – 2% Forecasting – 2% Admin – 15% Procurement Req – 8% Bids & Prop – 10% Supplier Analyst – 7% Negotiations – 8% Contract Award – 10% Relationships – 15% Materials Mgmt – 3% HR – 14% Forecasting – 10%

    28. Computer-Based Testing (CBT) Prometric Professional Testing Centers Two 6-day testing windows (Mon-Sat) Testing window to be expanded to two weeks in October 2010 October & May annually Standardize environment for candidates Enhanced security

    29. Examination Scoring Consistent passing standards Scoring Scale [100 – 2500] Passing Standard is 1800 Final exam results released to candidates Failing candidates receive scaled score and detailed exam performance info Exam reports released to the profession to facilitate professional development

    30. Exam Preparation Review the areas from the appropriate Body of Knowledge Self assess your strengths and weaknesses Focus your study efforts on your weak areas, but touch on all areas Review the UPPCC suggested study resources Join a study group or take a preparatory course STUDY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    31. Exam Passing Rates vs. Study Time

    32. Candidate Exam Preparation Time

    33. Recommended Study Resources CPPB Resources NIGP Foundation Textbooks (6)* NIGP Dictionary – 2008 edition *Candidate Handbook – p.13 CPPO Resources CPPB Study Resources Fundamentals of Leadership & Management in Public Procurement

    34. Important Dates – Spring 2010 exam schedule February 1, 2010: Application deadline CLOSED February 26, 2010: Late Application deadline CLOSED March 29, 2010: Exam Registration deadline May 3-8, 2010: Testing dates

    35. Important Dates – Fall 2010 exam schedule July 19, 2010: Application deadline August 2, 2010: Late Application deadline September 13, 2010: Exam Registration deadline October 18-30, 2010: Testing dates

    36. Important Dates – Spring 2011 exam schedule January 31, 2011: Application deadline February 14, 2011: Late Application deadline March 28, 2011: Exam Registration deadline May 2-14, 2011: Testing dates

    37. Important Dates – Fall 2011 exam schedule July 18, 2011: Application deadline August 1, 2011: Late Application deadline September 12, 2011: Exam Registration deadline October 17-29, 2011: Testing dates

    38. Questions? Your Certification Resource: www.uppcc.org Learn more about: Eligibility Requirements, Application Process, Program Enhancements, Test Specifications, Computer-Based Testing, etc.

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