Optimized Training for Navy Financial Management Certification

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With the passage of the 2012 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), the DoD FM Certification Program established a standardized body of knowledge for financial professionals across the Department of Defense. Compliance became a condition of employment, requiring the Navy to provide accessible, high-quality training that addressed the complexity and rigor of the certification process.

Key Challenges:
Certification Compliance – Courses needed to fully align with DoD FM Certification requirements.
Scalability – Training had to accommodate 10,000 FM specialists across multiple locations.
Beyond Certification – The Navy required training that not only fulfilled immediate certification needs but also fostered long-term professional growth.

Since 2014, Management Concepts has partnered with the Navy to deliver comprehensive financial management training designed for both certification and ongoing career development.

• Tailored Course Selection – Delivered commercial-off-the-shelf courses that aligned with DoD FM Certification while also enhancing business acumen and leadership skills.

• Custom Learning Portal & Training Infrastructure – Developed a dedicated Navy FM website and custom learning portal to streamline course enrollment, class access, and certification tracking.

• Transition to Virtual Training – Optimized 220 courses for virtual delivery, ensuring seamless learning experiences across a geographically dispersed workforce.
• Ongoing Support & Program Expansion – Secured a 5-year, $35M BPA (Blanket Purchase Agreement) in 2019, allowing the Navy to:
• • Enhance course content and update Navy-owned training materials.

• • Develop web-based, self-paced courses.

• • Employ a full-time, onsite Training Manager.

• • Invest in technology to modernize communication and training management.

Through our strategic partnership, Management Concepts has transformed the Navy’s FM training approach, ensuring compliance while fostering long-term workforce development.

By going beyond certification and creating a scalable, future-ready training ecosystem, Management Concepts has helped the Navy equip its financial management specialists with the skills needed to excel—both today and in the future.