Program Overview

University Programs Overview

The University of Virginia offers a variety of programs across different fields, including business, government, healthcare, public safety, and technology. These programs are designed to help individuals advance their careers and gain new skills.

Business Programs

• Bachelor's Degree Completion
• Accounting - Graduate
• Certified Financial Planning
• Human Resources
• Leadership
• Procurement & Contracts Management
• Project Management
• Higher Ed Program for Executive Level Assistants
• Research Administration
• SHRM Learning & Prep
• Cybersecurity Management
• Customized Learning for Organizations

Government Programs

• Bachelor's Degree Completion
• Procurement & Contracts Management
• Project Management
• Leadership
• Public Administration

Healthcare Programs

• Health Sciences Management Certificate
• Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program

Public Safety Programs

• Master of Public Safety Program
• National Criminal Justice Command College
• Center for Public Safety and Justice

Technology Programs

• Bachelor's Degree Completion
• Cloud Computing
• Cybersecurity Management
• Cybersecurity Analysis
• Information Technology
• Project Management

Procurement and Contracts Management Certificate

The Procurement and Contracts Management Certificate is a graduate-level program designed for mid-level and senior professionals looking to advance their careers in contract management. The program covers the core competencies recognized by the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) and focuses on procurement policy and practices, contract management, negotiation methods, and the laws and regulations associated with federal government contracting.

Program Details

• Graduate-level certificate
• 18 graduate credits / 6 courses / 12-24 months to complete on average
• Start dates: January, May, August
• Gain experience and education needed for a career in the quickly growing procurement and contracts management fields
• Gain core competencies recognized by the National Contract Management Association through a flexible online format
• Gain a thorough understanding of the Federal government contracting process

Key Industry Information

Purchasing Managers plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. The median salary for Purchasing Managers is $131K, with an estimated 75K national jobs.

Tuition & Fees

• Estimated cost: $629 per credit hour or $11,322 for the entire program
• Pay the same tuition rate whether you are in-state or out-of-state
• This program is not eligible for financial aid but may be covered by your employer’s education benefits program
• You may take advantage of an optional, interest-free semester-based payment plan offered by the University to help spread the cost of eligible charges over monthly payments
• Additional fees may apply, including course materials

Scholarships

• Spring 2026 scholarships available, with award values ranging from $500 to $3834
• The maximum scholarship award will cover the cost of tuition and fees for up to two courses

Admission Requirements & Deadlines

• To begin in the fall (August): application must be submitted by July 1
• To begin in the spring (January): application must be submitted by November 1
• To begin in the summer (May): application must be submitted by April 1
• Applicants must have an undergraduate degree

Required Courses

1. PC 5010 - Procurement Policy & Practices
2. PC 5040 - Advanced Contract Management
3. PC 5060 - Federal Acquisition Case Studies
4. PC 5100 - Advanced Contracting by Negotiation

Elective Courses

• PC 5020 - Advanced Cost & Price Analysis
• PC 5160 - Strategic Customer Relationship Management
• PC 5170 - Seminar in Government Contract Law and Analysis
• PC 5200 - Advanced Subcontract Management
• PSLP 5300 - Foundations of Leadership
• PSLP 5320 - Organizational Leadership
• PSLP 5500 - Contemporary Issues in Leadership
• PSPM 5030 - Introduction to Project Management
• PSPM 5230 - Project Management: Leadership & Managing the Project Team

Faculty

The program is taught by experienced faculty who are experts in their fields, including:

• James Rich, Program Coordinator, Procurement & Contracts Management
• Tom Bersson, Instructor, Procurement & Contracts Management
• Sheila Brooks, Instructor, Procurement & Contracts Management
• Thomas Eller, Instructor, Procurement & Contracts Management
• Ronald Falcone, Instructor, Procurement & Contracts Management
• Michael Fischetti, Instructor, Procurement & Contracts Management
• John McCarthy, Instructor, Human Resources Management, Leadership, and Procurement and Contracts Management

Student Experience

The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in procurement and contracts management, with a focus on practical application and real-world experience. Students will gain a thorough understanding of the Federal government contracting process and develop the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in this field.