New Courses and Products
Training needs continue to evolve, and so should your learning solutions. As part of Management Concepts’ ongoing commitment to providing the public sector with the most up-to-date information, our subject matter experts and instructional designers continue to enhance current courses and create new ones. Check back often, because we will continue to add to this list—and call us at 888-545-8571 if you have suggestions for additional content or need assistance with registering yourself or your team.
Leadership & Management
| Title | Course ID | Length | Description | Audience(s) |
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| 4718 | 1 Half Day | Build practical collaboration skills through a fun, scenario-based experience. Participants step into a fictional, high-stakes crime investigation where hands-on activities reveal how teams communicate, make decisions, and overcome silos. In today’s … Read more | Government professionals on new teams or teams that want to establish a strong foundation from which to improve collaboration. This experience is designed for employees who participate in, manage, or lead cross-functional teams. | |
| 4982 | 1 Day | Learn how to use the performance management cycle and performance improvement plans (PIPs) to effectively address poor performance in the federal government. Through discussions and scenarios, you will learn to assess employee performance, partner wi… Read more | Federal supervisors who are responsible for managing the performance of others. | |
| 4369 | .5 Days | Explore your Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment results and learn how your talent themes influence how you lead, collaborate, cooperate, and approach challenges with your team. In this interactive workshop, you’ll gain practical insights to apply you… Read more | This workshop is designed for individuals as well as teams of federal employees at any level who want to better understand their strengths and work more effectively together to improve engagement, performance, and mission outcomes. | |
| 4008 | 1 Day | Strengthen your ability to lead with diplomacy and drive results that directly contribute to your organization’s mission success. Federal leaders operate in a complex environment where success requires technical expertise, strategic action, and the a… Read more | Mid-level leaders in the federal workforce who supervise teams, manage projects, and need to influence decisions in complex organizational environments | |
| 4471 | 3 Days | This experience provides organizations and leaders with a deeper leadership development experience focused on communication, collaboration, organizational alignment, team cohesion, and leadership effectiveness – all on the battlefields in Gettysbur… Read more | This program is designed for:
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| 4470 | 1 Day | By visiting the battlefield in Gettysburg, this program helps leaders strengthen communication, collaboration, and decision-making through facilitated leadership analysis and discussion-based learning. Participants explore leadership scenarios, org… Read more | This program is designed for:
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| 4719 | 1 Half Day | Transform teamwork into impact. This interactive learning experience helps government professionals strengthen collaboration, improve coordination, and enable results across teams and departments. Using a threaded scenario that places participants in… Read more | Government professionals on established teams or teams that want to delve into more advanced collaboration topics. This experience is designed for employees who participate in, manage, or lead cross-functional teams. | |
| 4790 | 1 Year | Take action with confidence and lead with purpose. Built for the realities of supervisors in public service, this resource helps you keep track of key responsibilities through a tactical, hands-on, step-by-step approach to completing supervisory task… Read more | New team leads, supervisors, individuals who support or train supervisors, and supervisors seeking to strengthen their skills | |
| 4400 | 18 Hours* over 6 weeks (3 hours per week) | Government Frontline Leader (GFL), powered by Center for Creative Leadership® (CCL®), is a 6-week virtual program designed for individual contributors and emerging leaders in government. The program follows a flexible yet structured weekly pace, wi… Read more | The Government Frontline Leader (GFL) Program is designed for individual contributors and emerging leaders in government who are preparing to step into first-line supervisory roles. | |
| 4460 | 19 weeks | The Mastering Leadership Excellence (MLE) program empowers mid-level leaders to lead with greater confidence and competence at the enterprise level. As the federal landscape continues to evolve, agencies need capable and innovative leaders who can tr… Read more | The MLE Program is designed for mid-level leaders in GS-14 to GS-15 levels. It is specifically geared toward federal employees to maximize the learning experience of cohort attendees. | |
| 4450 | 22 Weeks | Empower your newest supervisors with the leadership and technical capabilities required to lead teams, manage resources, and uphold performance standards from day one. Aligned with OPM’s expectations and 5 CFR 412.202 supervisory training requirement… Read more | New or developing supervisors at the GS-9 to GS-13 levels who are building the leadership and management capabilities to successfully lead teams, manage resources, and drive results aligned to agency priorities. |
Federal Human Resources
| Title | Course ID | Length | Description | Audience(s) |
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| 4983 | 1/2 Day | Learn how to support supervisors in addressing poor performance in the federal government. Through discussions and scenarios, you will explore HR’s role as a partner across the performance management cycle, including the performance improvement plan … Read more | Federal HR specialists who partner with supervisors during the performance management cycle. | |
| 4945 | 2 Days | Learn how to confidently evaluate and qualify candidates for federal positions. This course provides participants with the tools and expertise to navigate federal hiring eligibilities, assess applicant qualifications, and ensure compliance with OPM q… Read more | Federal hiring managers, subject matter experts, federal HR specialists, and other professionals who collaborate to assess candidates for federal positions and support federal hiring managers in the candidate selection process. | |
| 4928 | 2 Days | Build your knowledge of federal employee benefits. This course will prepare you to counsel current employees, separating employees, and potential retirees regarding their federal employee benefits. After taking this course, you will be able to effect… Read more | Federal Human Resources (HR) practitioners responsible for assisting federal employees with their benefits. | |
| 4938 | 1 Day | Build upon your federal HR customer service skills by learning how to strategically partner with your customers in your role as an HR business partner (HRBP). This course provides essential building blocks for understanding HR challenges from your cu… Read more | This course is for federal HR professionals and analysts who want to strengthen their strategic thinking and decision-making skills. | |
| 4932 | 3 Days | Build your understanding of the integrated nature of federal human resources (HR) functions and their role in the strategic management of the government’s workforce. This course emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive perspective within federal … Read more | New federal HR specialists/assistants, federal employees transitioning to HR roles, supervisors and managers, contractors and consultants, and those within the federal government who want to equip themselves with the foundational knowledge to navigate the complexities of federal HR. | |
| 4944 | 3 Days | Explore federal staffing, placement, and recruitment in this comprehensive course designed for HR professionals navigating the complexities of federal hiring. Learn to apply the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) policies and instructions, differen… Read more | HR specialists in 201 and 203 series (recruitment and placement), HR advisors, HR officers, and other HR practitioners interested in learning more about federal staffing, placement, and recruitment. | |
| 4931 | 2 Days | Build a comprehensive foundation to navigate the unique dynamics of human resources (HR) within the federal government. HR professionals are responsible for understanding the finer details of HR within the federal government and the laws and practice… Read more | New federal HR specialist, generalists, or assistants, federal employees transitioning to HR roles, and anyone interested within the federal government who wants to equip themselves with the foundational knowledge to navigate the complexities of federal HR. | |
| 4929 | 2 Days | Explore best practices to conduct and evaluate job analysis results to develop assessment methods for recruiting top candidates for your organization. Throughout this course, you will learn to develop candidate ratings, evaluation instruments, and st… Read more | The course is designed for HR generalists, specialists, and other professionals seeking to develop their skills in federal human capital management. Selecting officials involved in federal hiring may find this course beneficial in understanding how to cultivate and manage their organization’s workforce. | |
| 4943 | 2 Days | Gain the essential skills needed to accurately and efficiently manage personnel actions in the federal government. You’ll build proficiency to accurately process, route, review, and finalize personnel actions by exploring everything from the legal fo… Read more | Federal HR professionals seeking a strong foundation in initiating and processing personnel actions will benefit from this course, especially those looking to ensure accuracy and reduce errors. | |
| 4941 | 1 Day | Build essential knowledge about the federal retirement system early in your career. Learn how FERS, TSP, and other benefits work so you can make smart, informed decisions that set you up for long-term retirement security. This course emphasizes found… Read more | New or early-career employees looking to build a solid foundation for FERS retirement. Ideal for those with up to five years of service who want to understand their benefits and prepare for the future. | |
| 4942 | 1 Day | Plan and optimize your federal retirement strategy as you move through the midpoint of your career. Evaluate your current retirement readiness and refine your path forward by analyzing your FERS eligibility, TSP strategy, federal benefits, and financ… Read more | Mid-career employees who are planning for FERS retirement. Designed for those with at least 6 years of federal service and/or those who have a decade or more before retirement. Ideal for those who are ready to evaluate and optimize retirement benefits, strategies, and financial decisions. | |
| 4927 | 2 Days | Help your agency navigate the future through succession planning. Explore the principles of succession planning, where to derive the data for your plan, and what steps to follow to develop, implement, and manage your plan. Get hands-on experience dev… Read more | HR Generalists/Business Partners, Program Managers, and other individuals tasked with the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of succession planning within a federal organization. | |
| 4936 | 1 Day | Unlock the knowledge and skills to effectively apply and adjudicate veterans’ preference in federal employment. Through case studies and real-life examples, you’ll gain a deep understanding of veterans’ preference laws, eligibility criteria, and … Read more | Federal HR professionals seeking a strong foundation in understanding veterans’ preference and its applications will benefit from this course, especially those looking to ensure accuracy and reduce errors. | |
| 4980 | 1/2 Day | As federal agencies navigate workforce reshaping—whether through a reduction in force (RIF), outsourcing, or shared services—HR professionals play a critical role in advising senior leaders on compliance, workforce planning, and change management… Read more | HR Practitioners who are responsible for advising and supporting senior leaders on workforce reshaping including actions related to reductions in force, outsourcing and shared services. | |
| 4934 | 1 Day | Build the practical skills to develop general schedule (GS) position descriptions (PDs) in the federal government. This course provides the foundational knowledge and guidance required to effectively collaborate with others to write accurate, clear, … Read more | Federal supervisors, managers, HR specialists, classification specialists, and job analysis specialists, supervisory HR specialists, personnel security specialists, and union representatives. |
Analytics
| Title | Course ID | Length | Description | Audience(s) |
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| 4693 | 2 Days | Advance from basic AI use to structured, professional applications of generative AI in federal work. Learn how to shape AI outputs using advanced prompting strategies and structured workflows that produce consistent, high-quality outputs while operat… Read more | This course is designed for federal professionals who already have practical AI experience and want to learn advanced applications for generative AI in mission-focused work. | |
| 4691 | .5 Days | Move from basic AI familiarity to confident use of AI as a collaborative partner in the federal workplace. Learn how to shape AI behavior through structured input and disciplined review to produce reliable, high-quality results for real tasks, practi… Read more | This course is designed for government employees who have moved beyond basic AI experimentation and are seeking a more disciplined, confident approach to using AI in their roles. It focuses on helping participants integrate AI into day-to-day government work in ways that improve outcomes, reinforce accountability, and contribute to a consistent, AI-forward culture across public organizations. | |
| 4690 | .5 Days | Learn how to use AI tools practically and responsibly in a federal environment. This course moves beyond definitions to focus on how federal employees can apply AI in everyday work. Participants will practice simple prompt frameworks to improve AI ou… Read more | This course is designed primarily for federal employees seeking a structured approach to integrating AI into their roles. | |
| 4608 | 2 Days | Strengthen your ability to influence a workplace where data is effectively used to drive insights and inform strategic initiatives. This course equips supervisors and data champions with strategies to connect technical and non-technical teams, identi… Read more | This course is designed for supervisors and professionals who use data to inform decisions and want to promote data-driven practices within their teams and organizations. | |
| 4613 | 2 Days | Transform your data into a compelling story that drives action. In today’s data-driven landscape, the federal government needs both skilled analysts and effective storytellers that can elevate policy and public service. In this course, you’ll use t… Read more | This course is intended for anyone who analyzes and communicates data in the federal environment. | |
| 4625 | 5 Days | Hone your data analytic skills by applying them to a scenario-based Federal case study. Start with the raw data files of a fictional project at a Federal agency and follow a narrative arc that participants reveal as they progress through the data. Le… Read more | This course is intended for anyone who has developed a robust set of data analytic skills who wishes to practice them within a real-world case study. | |
| 4614 | 2 Days | Explore leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for data-driven decision-making within the federal government. Examine the importance of AI in analyzing federal datasets, discuss the ethical and regulatory frameworks governing AI, and learn about the… Read more | This course is designed for professionals involved in data interpretation for decision-making, offering practical skills and regulation guidance in leveraging artificial intelligence to drive innovation and efficiency within organizations. | |
| 4692 | .5 Days | Build the skills needed to manage AI-enabled work in the federal workplace. Explore how artificial intelligence can support day-to-day operations, where its use is appropriate, and how to address data, privacy, security, and ethics considerations thr… Read more | This course is designed primarily for federal supervisors, managers, and team leaders who oversee staff and projects using artificial intelligence in their daily work and need a practical approach to guiding safe, appropriate, and policy-aligned use across their teams. |
Acquisition & Contracting
| Title | Course ID | Length | Description | Audience(s) |
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| 1277 | 3 days | Reinforce your confidence in successfully using simplified acquisition procedures (SAP) to help meet mission needs. In this immersive workshop, you will gain focused practice in vital skills such as oral solicitation, negotiation, and streamlined doc… Read more | This course is designed for acquisition and contracting professionals who wish to increase their mastery of applying Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13 procedures for acquisitions for non-commercial products and non-commercial services and FAR Part 12 procedures for commercial products and commercial services. | |
| 1117 | 7 Days | This course provides foundational knowledge, training, and skill development on the placement and administration of contract property with special attention given to the administration of the contractor’s property management system for contract prope… Read more | This course is for federal property managers and contracting professionals. | |
| 1056 | 2 Days | Maximize your agency’s success by applying risk management in federal acquisitions and decision-making. Risk is always a concern in the acquisition process. This workshop-style course empowers you to identify, analyze, and manage risks, and to gain s… Read more | Designed for federal acquisition professionals who are involved in acquisitions or project management and are interested in strengthening their ability to identify, assess, and manage risk effectively throughout the acquisition lifecycle. | |
| 1227 | 7 Days | Prepare to work effectively with acquisition teams throughout the acquisition lifecycle. Mid-level and contracting professionals will demonstrate their understanding of Part A concepts by drafting market research strategies, justifying acquisition ap… Read more | Seasoned small business professionals (SBPs) and contracting professionals who are eager to expand their knowledge of small business programs. These professionals are driven to enhance their cross-functional skills and excel in tackling intricate business scenarios. | |
| 1286 | 5 Days | This course provides an overview of subcontracting as a means of maximizing small business opportunities and the small business professional’s (SBP’s) role in advising on subcontracting requirements. In this course, you will cover a broad overview of… Read more | This course is designed for federally employed small business professionals (SBPs). It is also appropriate for other acquisition workforce members and industry professionals who want to gain a better understanding of small business programs. |
Financial Management
| Title | Course ID | Length | Description | Audience(s) |
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| 5018 | 2 Days | Explore the principles, practices, and processes of risk management as they relate to federal government operations. In this course, you will learn about and apply the federal risk management framework; risk identification, assessment, and monitoring… Read more | This course is designed for any federal professional who wishes to understand the complexities and nuances of risk management in a federal agency. | |
| 5019 | 3 Days | Become equipped to design and implement an effective Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program tailored to your governing body’s mission and goals. Incorporating ERM enhances the governing body’s ability to achieve strategic objectives across all go… Read more | This course is designed for government employees across all job series and government activities who are responsible for identifying, managing, and mitigating risk within their agencies. It is ideal for managers, risk officers, strategic planners, internal auditors, and others involved in aligning risk management with agency goals. | |
| 5613 | 2 Days | Prepare for the Certified Government Financial Manager® (CGFM®) Examination 3: Governmental Financial Management and Control (GFMC) by exploring financial management systems, internal control, and auditing in the government sector. This course cove… Read more | This course is designed for individuals aiming to build knowledge and skills in government financial management functions, financial and managerial analysis techniques, performance management and reporting metrics, internal control, and auditing at the government level. | |
| 5633 | Self-guided | Prepare for the Certified Government Financial Manager® (CGFM®) Examination 3: Governmental Financial Management and Control (GFMC) by exploring financial management systems, internal control, and auditing in the government sector. This course cove… Read more | This course is designed for individuals aiming to build knowledge and skills in government financial management functions, financial and managerial analysis techniques, performance management and reporting metrics, internal control, and auditing at the government level. | |
| 5612 | 3 Days | Prepare for the Certified Financial Manager® (CGFM®) Examination 2: Governmental Accounting, Financial Reporting and Budgeting by exploring government financial management to enhance operations. This course covers accounting and budgeting at the fe… Read more | This course is designed for government professionals aiming to build knowledge and skills in financial management operations and structure at the federal, state, and local government levels. | |
| 5632 | Self-guided | Prepare for the Certified Financial Manager® (CGFM®) Examination 2: Governmental Accounting, Financial Reporting and Budgeting by exploring government financial management to enhance operations. This course covers accounting and budgeting at the fe… Read more | This course is designed for government professionals aiming to build knowledge and skills in financial management operations and structure at the federal, state, and local government levels. | |
| 5611 | 1 Day | Prepare for the Certified Government Financial Manager® (CGFM®) Examination 1: Governmental Environment (GE) by expanding your expertise of government financial management to enhance operations. Through in-class and self-study materials, this cours… Read more | This course is designed for individuals aiming to build knowledge and skills in various government financial management areas such as government organization and structure, legal bases for financial operations, financing mechanisms, ethics, accountability, and the use of information technology for government services and reporting, or finance in the federal, state, and local governments. | |
| 5631 | Self-guided | Prepare for the Certified Government Financial Manager® (CGFM®) Examination 1: Governmental Environment (GE) by expanding your expertise of government financial management to enhance operations. Through self-guided study materials, this course focu… Read more | This course is designed for individuals aiming to build knowledge and skills in various government financial management areas such as government organization and structure, legal bases for financial operations, financing mechanisms, ethics, accountability, and the use of information technology for government services and reporting, or finance in the federal, state, and local governments. | |
| 5884 | 2 Days | Lead audit teams with purpose and impact. This course prepares you to drive the audit mission forward while upholding the ethics, independence, and professional judgment required by Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS). You’ll learn practical strate… Read more | This course is designed for current and aspiring audit organization managers, supervisors, and team leaders who want to develop high-performance leadership competencies. | |
| 5883 | .5 Days | Explore how the Government Auditing Standards 2024 Revision (the Yellow Book) reshapes expectations for government audit organizations and audit teams, with a central focus on the new quality management framework in Chapter 5. This half… Read more | This course is intended for government auditors, audit managers, and internal auditors in the public sector who are responsible for conducting or overseeing audits performed in accordance with the Government Auditing Standards. It is also appropriate for public accounting professionals, compliance staff, and quality assurance personnel supporting governmental engagements or responsible for implementing and maintaining systems of quality management under the Yellow Book. | |
| 5786 | 1 Day | Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Government Accountability Office (GAO)’s Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (also known as the Yellow Book or GAGAS) and how they provide guidance for the staffing, planning, and p… Read more | This course is designed for financial management personnel, accountants, auditors, or those who are subject to audits conducted in accordance with Government Auditing Standards. | |
| 5020 | 2 Days | Explore GAO’s standards and OMB’s requirements for internal control (IC) and enterprise risk management (ERM). These programs are essential to an organization’s success, ensuring objectives are met and risks are effectively assessed and mitigated. … Read more | This course is designed for professionals involved with federal finance, auditing, program management, risk management, acquisition, or logistics, and beneficiaries of federal assistance programs (grants). It serves as a resource for individuals and organizations charged with protecting federal resources, streamlining operations, and ensure accurate reporting in accordance with relevant laws and regulations. | |
| 5821 | 3 Days | Gain a practical understanding of audit readiness across federal civilian agencies—even if you don’t have experience in auditing or financial management. Discover how accurate documentation, internal controls, and timely reporting help safeguard pu… Read more | This course is intended for federal employees whose work supports financial stewardship, internal controls, and audit readiness, particularly those involved in helping their agency achieve or sustain a clean financial statement audit. | |
| 5822 | 3 Days | Gain a practical understanding of Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) Guidance in the Department of War, even for those without an accounting or audit background. Discover how internal controls, accurate documentation, and timely reporti… Read more | This course is intended for all Department of War personnel whose roles support financial stewardship, internal controls, and audit readiness activities that contribute to achieving the Department’s goal of a clean financial statement audit. |
Grants & Assistance
| Title | Course ID | Length | Description | Audience(s) |
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| 2023 | 1 Day | Refresh your grants expertise! This course is designed to help you stay up to date on the changing regulatory and legislative requirements, including everything you need to know about the 2024 Uniform Guidance updates, while reinforcing your knowledg… Read more | Individuals working with grants for federal, pass-through, and recipient organizations | |
| 2088 | 1 Day | Learn what it takes to be a successful federal grant recipient. Gain insight into federal requirements, assess your organization’s current state of readiness, and build strategies to close identified gaps. In this hands-on introductory workshop, you’… Read more | This course is intended for employees of organizations that aspire to become federal grant recipients. | |
| 2401 | 0.5 Days | The Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) 2026 revisions to the Uniform Grants Regulation (2 CFR 200) affect how organizations manage federal awards, document costs, and demonstrate compliance. It is critical for grant managers, recipients, pass-th… Read more | Grant professionals who are familiar with 2 CFR 200 and want to learn about the 2026 changes and the new Uniform Grants Regulation. |
Project & Program Management
| Title | Course ID | Length | Description | Audience(s) |
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| 6023 | 2 Days | Gain knowledge and skills needed to customize development approaches for achieving project success. Through informative content, hands-on activities, class discussions, and case studies, you will discover tools, techniques, and working practices to t… Read more | This course is designed for project managers and team members who want to learn a tailoring approach to managing projects. | |
| 6191 | 2 Days | Explore how value is a key driver in the decisions and management of projects and programs. You will gain insights into how value-driven project management shapes stakeholder perceptions of business, strategic, and operational outcomes. You will lear… Read more | Practicing project and program managers who seek to enhance their decision-making in project planning, execution, and control through value-driven methods, striving to maximize value for their company and stakeholders, and project team members who need to understand the principles of value driven projects. |