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February 2009
OCPE Newsletter
Issue 85

In This Issue...

 OCPE Information





Additional Programs




Certified Internal Auditor



Certified Treasury Professional



topInstructor Highlights
volkClaudia Volk

Claudia Volk, CTP, AAP, is an instructor for George Mason's Certified Treasury Professional Certificate program, a professional development program and a Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) exam preparation program.

"Claudia's wealth of knowledge and real life experiences make the class enjoyable and easy to understand." - Certified Treasury Professional Certificate program student


Claudia J. Volk, CTP, AAP, has over 16 years of experience in treasury and cash management. She has public accounting experience in both tax and audit with a big four public accounting firm. She is an experienced corporate and local government practitioner and currently consults for corporations, local government, and non-profit organizations on treasury management issues and initiatives.

Volk is an active speaker at national, state and regional conferences. Her presentations include: Investment Policy Guidelines, Fraud, Embezzlement & Theft-Loss Prevention Strategies, and Protecting Customer Information. Her state and regional presentations include: Managing the RFP Process, Cash Management Fundamentals for Accountants and the Internet-Initiated ACH.  Volk has a master's degree in accounting from Georgetown University.

"Ms. Volk was knowledgeable about treasury subjects with thoughtful stories and insights. This facilitates true learning."- Certified Treasury Professional Certificate program student

Volk will be team teaching the Certified Treasury Professional scheduled to begin February 26.
gladisDr. Steve Gladis

Dr. Steve Gladis is the instructor for Mason's highly dynamic Leadership Communication Certificate series.  Returning this spring, the four half-day seminars focus on writing, presenting, persuading and leadership styles.  A new workshop, The Transparent Leader, concludes the series in June. 
 
Dr. Gladis serves as president and CEO of Steve Gladis Communications, an executive development firm focused on helpingocpelogo leaders achieve success. Offering executive coaching, professional development programs, and corporate consulting, his company abides by one basic value-"respect for our clients and our strategic partners."

Gladis has taught hundreds of clients from a host of companies in the Northern Virginia region, including Cox, Lockheed Martin, SAIC, FBI, Justice, DEA, Labor, EPA, The Washington Post, Gannett News, and many others.
 
He is currently a part-time faculty member in the George Mason Communications Department.  A former member of the University of Virginia's faculty, Gladis served as an Associate Dean in the School of Professional Studies and the Director of the University's Northern Virginia Center. In a previous career as an FBI special agent, he held a number of both headquarters and field-agent assignments around the country. Gladis has published numerous magazine and journal articles as well as thirteen books. His latest two books about leadership are The Journey of the Accidental Leader and The Executive Coach in the Corporate Forest, the latest book includes a foreword written by Marshall Goldsmith, the country's leading coach and a bestselling author.

A committed civic and academic leader, Gladis serves on the Executive Board of the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Directors for the Northern Virginia Community Foundation, serves on the School of Professional Studies Advisory Board at the University of Virginia, is chairman emeritus of the Board of Trustees of the Washington Math Science Technology Public Charter High School, and is a former member of the University of Virginia's Faculty Senate. He is also a former U.S. Marine Corps officer and a Vietnam veteran.
 
Gladis received three community-based awards: The VALOR Humanitarian Award for his support of the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce program that supports the children of valiant police officers and firefighters; The Fairfax Chamber Chairman's Award for service; and, George Mason University's Leadership Award for his strong support of teacher and student achievement, presented by George Mason's Education Honor Society.

Gladis also maintains an active Leadership Blog.  Please visit http://survivalleadership.blogspot.com to view posts, videos and podcasts that are great for leadership development and discussion. 
 
"Your passion for this is evident.  Thanks for the wonderful guidance and great stories!"  - William McCarron, Fall 2008
 
"Steve Gladis' style is so dynamic; He keeps the audience engaged with true applicable stories that directly correlate to the course content.  His stories coupled with his energy and sense of humor really impacts the course material in the student's minds, leading to significant retention."  - Chauny Dunbar, Fall 2008
 
For more information on the Leadership Communication Certificate series, click here or contact Rosalynn at 703-993-2113 or rdhrama1@gmu.edu.
New Program Announcements
sprhSPHR Intensive Review

George Mason University, OCPE is now offering a one-day intensive exam review course for the SHPR® exam!

May 2, 2009 at Mason's Fairfax Campus
9 am - 5 pm

This course is ideal for you if you are a PHR®, have already taken or are currently in our Human Resource Management Certificate, or have used the SHRM Learning System® self study program and would like additional review to master the SPHR® subject matter.  This intensive review course is built upon your foundation of previously studying all six modules of the SHRM Learning System and completing the related web-based tests.  This course will provide you with a supplemental review for SPHR® specific content. 

To register or learn more about this program contact Christine Satorre at 703-993-4801 or csatorre@gmu.edu.

DBDesignated DESIGN-BUILD Professional™ Boot Camp
 
March 9 - March 13, 2009
Mason's Herndon Training Center at the Center for Innovative Technology
 
The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) and George Mason University Office of Continuing Professional Education have teamed up to offer you a way to optimize your time, energy and dollars by offering the three DBIA™ designation core courses along with an Exam Prep course and a Designation Exam administration in a week-long, intensive Boot Camp format.
 
Topic Highlights include:
  • Fundamentals of Project Delivery
  • Principles of Design-Build Project Delivery
  • Design-Build Contract and Risk Management
  • Designated Design-Build Professional™ Exam, review and administration
 
Fee:
$2600 - DBIA members and Mason Alumni
$3600 - non-members
 
Act now to reserve your seat in this highly effective and efficient Boot Camp! 

Space is limited, and this program sold out last year. Hurry and enroll today!
 
Click here for registration information.
Program Announcements
CTPCertified Treasury Professional

Treasury and finance professionals face more public and regulatory scrutiny than ever before. They must demonstrate a mastery of risk management, capital structure, pension fund management and corporate governance, in addition to cash management. 

Preparation is the key to success!

If you are looking to broaden your knowledge and skill in the field of corporate treasury management - to further your career, help your company, or prepare for the Certified Treasury Professional® (CTP®) exam - this course is ideal for you. The Certified Treasury Professional Certificate program is a professional development program and a CTP® exam preparation program. This program has been updated to reflect the 2008-2010 CTP® exam and ever changing responsibilities of treasury professionals. Click here to learn more.

Spring classes begin February 26, 2009. 

The CTP® sets the standard in the financial profession and is a symbol of excellence in corporate treasury. Earning the CTP® certification indicates you have the knowledge and skills to excel in today's complex treasury environment. 

Call 703-993-4800 or click here to register and for more information.
ia Internal Auditing

Distinguish Yourself.  Become a Certified Internal Auditor.

The CIA is the only globally accepted designation for internal auditors. It is the standard by which internal audit professionals demonstrate their knowledge and competence in the areas of governance, risk and control.

There is no better way to prepare for the CIA exam than with Mason's Certified Internal Auditor Certificate program. This course combines expert classroom instruction with The IIA CIA Learning System. Click here to learn more.

Enroll for just the parts you need or for the full Certificate program.

Enroll now!   Classes begin in March.

Contact us at 703-993-4800 for to register or for more information.

cfgAccounting for Federal Contracts and Dealing with Audits

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Experienced professionals who are new or nearly new to government contracting or professionals in need of a refresher will benefit from attending the Accounting for Federal Contracts and Dealing with Audits course. You will learn about direct and indirect cost classification, pooling, the role of DCAA in audits, contract surveillance, internal contract requirements and cost accumulation standards for automated accounting systems.

Spring 2009 schedule
March 18-19, 2009
or
May 20-21, 2009
at Mason's Herndon Training Center

Click here or call 703-993-4800 to register or for more information.


What students are saying -

"This course truly provided some strategic perspective on the mechanics of CAS/FAR." -Fall 2008 student

"[This course] will help me perform my job better - gained a better understanding of the accounting and auditing procedures/policies." -Fall 2008 student

"Even though I knew a lot in this field, I still learned additional points and conditions not evident in the workplace." -Fall 2008 student
pmnNegotiation and Conflict Resolution
     for Project Managers

Negotiation and conflict resolution are integral parts of daily life and working with people. Project managers need the skill to handle people problems before they affect performance whether the problems are within the team or with clients, customers, and stakeholders. This 2-day course covers the foundations of negotiation, negotiation strategy including planning and framing, how to recognize and prepare for the phases of a negotiation, and how cultural differences are increasingly playing a role in the global economy. Click here to learn more.

February 24-25, 2009 at Mason's Herndon Training Center

Click here or call 703-993-4800 to register or for more information.

"Great balance of theory and practice - highly recommended!" -Negotiation and Conflict Resolution participant

HRMHuman Resource Management

Now is the time to GAIN a professional edge!
 
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Human Resource Management Certificate
The SHRM Learning System®

Designed for individuals seeking to prepare for the Professional in Human Resources (PHR®) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®) certification exam,  professional development, or for recertification credits. Students successfully completing the requirements of these courses will receive a certificate of completion from George Mason University and one from SHRM as well as 36 CEU's or 33 recertification credits. Click here to learn more about this program. 


February 10-April 28, 2009
Tuesdays at Mason's Training Center in Herndon

February 17-May 5, 2009
Tuesdays on the Prince William Campus

February 25-May 13, 2009
Wednesdays at the Loudoun Site

March 7-April 25, 2009 (no class 3/21)
Saturdays on the Arlington Campus

February 23-May 11, 2009 Online


Recertification Credits
If you are already certified, the Human Resource Management Certificate program and the Global Professional in Human Resources Certificate program are pre-approved by the HR Certification Institute for recertification credits.  

Register now!


Global Professional Human Resource Certificate

Featuring the updated 2009 SHRM Global Learning System®, the new standard for Global HR, this intensive 10 week program is a comprehensive preparation course for the Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR™) certification exam AND a reference tool for the HR professional with international and cross-border responsibilities. Click here to learn more.

February 26-April 30, 2009
Thursdays at Mason's Herndon Training Center


Essentials of Human Resource Management Certificate

If you're new to human resources or need to strengthen your employee management skills, the SHRM Essentials of Human Resource Management Certificate Program is for you. Knowledge of the essentials can improve valuable on-the-job effectiveness, protect your small business from needless litigation, and help advance your career. The course will arm you with practical skills you can immediately apply to your own situation.   

Click here to learn more.

February 24-25, 2009 at Mason's Training Center in Herndon

April 6-May 11, 2009 online

May 12-13, 2009 at Mason's Arlington Campus

Questions?  Call 703-993-4800.

techTechAdvance
Information Technology Programs


Learn. Grow. Advance.

Advance your career with a university program designed for the busy schedule of working professionals. Our goal at George Mason University is to provide high quality hands-on training to prepare students for real world job responsibilities and certification tests.

For more information about TechAdvance programs, please call the Program Director at 703-842-7404 or email advance@gmu.edu 
 

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and get a 10% discount on the following classes!



In accordance with DoD 8570.01-M, "Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program," providing guidance and procedures for training, certification, and management, George Mason University is proud to offer the following sessions of the Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) Program.

Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) Fast Track
February 9 to April 20, 2009 - Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 pm to 10 pm at Mason's Herndon Training Center

March 23 to March 27, 2009 - Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5:30 pm at Mason's Arlington Campus

 
Now featuring this new program from TechAdvance!
Call us today about this exciting classes!

Sun Certified Java Programmer
February 24 to April 16, 2009 - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 pm to 10 pm at Mason's Herndon Training Center


Expanded course offerings now available at Mason's Arlington Campus - easily accessible via Metro's Orange Line!

Information Technology Foundations (A+, Network+, MCP, CCNA, Security+)
February 21 to July 26, 2009 - Alternate Weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) from 9 am to 6 pm at Mason's Herndon Training Center

A+

February 21 - March 21, 2009 - Alternate Weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) from 9 am to 6 pm at Mason's Herndon Training Center

April 25 to May 30, 2009 - Saturdays from 9 am to 6 pm at Mason's Loudoun Site in Sterling

Network+
February 18 to March 2, 2009 - Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6 pm to 10 pm at Mason's Arlington Campus

April 4 to April 18, 2009 - Alternate weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) from 9 am to 6 pm at Mason's Herndon Training Center

Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
March 6 to March 18, 2009 - Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6 pm to 10 pm at Mason's Arlington Campus

May 2 to May 16, 2009 - Alternate weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) from 9 am to 6 pm at Mason's Herndon Training Center

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
March 23 to April 15, 2009 - Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6 pm to 10 pm at Mason's Arlington Campus

May 30 to June 27, 2009 - Alternate weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) from 9 am to 6 pm at Mason's Herndon Training Center

Security+
April 20 to May 6, 2009 - Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6 pm to 10 pm at Mason's Arlington Campus

July 11 to July 26, 2009 - Alternate Weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) from 9 am to 6 pm at Mason's Herndon Training Center

Oracle 11g PL/SQL
March 5 to March 10, 2009 - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 pm to 10 pm at Mason's Arlington Campus

Oracle 11g Certified Associate
March 17 to April 16, 2009 - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 pm to 10 pm at Mason's Arlington Campus

Oracle 11g Certified Professional
April 23 to May 26, 2009 - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 pm to 10 pm at Mason's Arlington Campus

Microsoft Office Sharepoint Server 2007 Fast Track
February 23 to February 27, 2009 - Monday through Friday 9 am to 5:30 pm at Mason's Arlington Campus


Accelerated Programs for experienced IT professionals

Microsoft Office Sharepoint Server 2007 Fast Track
February 23 to February 27, 2009 - Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5:30pm at Mason's Arlington Campus

A+ Fast Track
March 2 to March 6, 2009 - Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5:30 pm at Mason's Arlington Campus

Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) Fast Track
March 23 to March 27, 2009 - Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5:30 pm at Mason's Arlington Campus

 
Please visit our web site at http://ite.gmu.edu/techadvance for all course descriptions and schedule information.

For more information about TechAdvance programs please call the Program Director at 703-842-7404 or email advance@gmu.edu
 
GatlinGatlin Education Online Program
 
Are you ready to streamline your organization? 
 
In these tough economic times, many corporations may be looking to streamline spending.  Individuals that possess the necessary skills to reduce excess expenditures are going to become a true asset to their organizations.  The Gatlin Education Online Program Six Sigma Black Belt can offer these skill sets to you. 
 
The Gatlin Six Sigma Black Belt program uses the DMAIC problem solving methodology based on William Deming's Plan-Do-Act-Check-Cycle.  This methodology focuses on pre-existing processes or products in an organization that are not performing effectively.  The acronym DMAIC stands for Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control. 
 
If you or your employees are in need of these skills to help streamline your organization, the Gatlin Six Sigma Black Belt program can help you. 
 
Gatlin Online Programs are asynchronous and offer students convenience and flexibility.  Out of over eighty certificate programs, the Six Sigma Black Belt program tops the list for number of enrollments.  Be a part of the new movement for change and register today!
 
Click here for full course description or for more information, e-mail Rosalynn at rdhrama1@gmu.edu or call 703-993-2113.
 
Go Mason!  Mason Alumni register today and receive a 10% discount!
EVENTS
fmConference and Expo

The Professional Certificate in Facility Management and other OCPE programs will be featured at

The Building Operating Management's National Facilities Management & Technology (NFMT) Conference and Expo

March 10-12,  2009
at
Baltimore Convention Center

Stop by Mason's booth #1874 and meet some of our staff and instructors.

Visit http://www.nfmt.com/pdfs/NFMT09_brochure.pdf for further information on how to register for this FREE event.