U -- EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES -- DEFENSE SYSTEMS ACQUISITION MANAGMENT 102A

Notice Date

September 26, 2000

Contracting Office

National Defense Industrial Association, 2111 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 400, Arlington, Virginia 22201

ZIP Code

22201

Solicitation Number

102A

Response Due

October 10, 2000

Point of Contact

Beth Seidman (703)247-9478

E-Mail Address

click here to learn more about the meeting (bseidman@ndia.org)

Description

DSAM OVERVIEW October 16-20, 2000 Holiday Inn Orlando International Drive Resort Orlando, Florida The Defense Systems Acquisition Management course meets the needs of defense industry acquisition managers in today's dynamic environment, providing the latest information related to: Defense acquisition policy for weapons and information technology systems including discussion of the new DoD 5000 series (directive, instruction, and regulation) that are expected to be approved shortly Defense acquisition reform initiatives Defense acquisition procedures and processes The Planning, Programming and Budgeting System, and the Congressional budget process The relationship between requirements generation, resource allocation, science and technology activities and acquisition programs Taught by the Defense Systems Management College (DSMC), the course uses the same acquisition policy information provided to DoD students who attend DSMC courses for formal acquisition certification. Target Audience: Industry program managers, assistant program managers, systems engineers, industry personnel serving on DoD Integrated Product Teams, and other personnel that must interface with DoD program offices involved in program development and execution. The result of successful completion of this course is a comprehensive understanding of the environment and driving forces affecting your DoD counterparts that will significantly increase your awareness and effectiveness in dealing with programmatic issues. The course is also open to a limited number of DoD personnel in grades 04-06 and GS-13-15, tuition free. Government students should already be certified at Level II to obtain maximum benefit from this course. Government employees and supervisors may apply the DSAM course towards fulfillment of the DoD requirement for acquisition workforce personnel to earn 80 continuous learning (CL) points every two years. COURSE OF INSTRUCTION Management in the Acquisition Environment The first block of instruction will identify the major participants in the DoD acquisition process and their roles. It will cover such areas as the responsibilities and perspectives of the major players -- the program management processes (Defense Acquisition Board review system and the Planning, Programming and Budgeting System) -- to review and control acquisition at the DoD level. Acquisition Life Cycle Process This block will focus on the objectives, responsibilities, activities, interrelationships, and concerns of each phase of the weapon system acquisition life cycle. This includes research and development, program initiation, and the transition from development to production. Instruction will cover the new DoD 5000 series (directive, instruction, and regulation) which are anticipated to be released prior to the course start date. Challenges to Program Management This block covers several diverse subjects which are critical to the success of the DoD program manager. A highlight of this section is a case study based upon a real-world acquisition program. Application of Acquisition Procedures This portion of instruction covers the specific application of the acquisition procedures by the military services and the management issues currently facing the DoD program manager. The course will end with a detailed case study where participants plan how to carry an acquisition through its entire life cycle. FACULTY Defense Systems Management College (DSMC) Mr. Gary Hagan, DSAM Course Director and Professor, Systems Acquisition Management A retired Army officer, Mr. Hagan has a strong background in missile support operations, major item logistics, and deployment planning and fielding. Mr. Hagan was also a program manager of strategic technology base programs for the U.S. Army Strategic Defense Command for three years, specializing in anti-ballistic missile defense technologies and applications. He holds master's degrees in mathematics, electrical engineering and business. He is a registered professional engineer and logistician. Mr. Charles B. Cochrane Professor, Systems Acquisition Management. Mr. Cochrane is a retired Army officer with extensive experience in tactical and theater surface-to-surface missile systems and in command and staff assignments with operational forces worldwide. He also has in-depth experience with the Army's materiel systems requirements process and the DoD resource allocation process. He played a key role in developing the present system for management of acquisition programs in the Army. He holds B.B.A. and M.S. degrees. CLASS SCHEDULE The following overall class schedule is provided for your planning. A detailed schedule will be provided in the classroom. All class sessions will meet at the Holiday Inn. Monday, October 16 through Friday, October 20, 2000 7:30am -- 8:00am Registration & Continental Breakfast (Monday only) 8:00am -- 12:00pm Classroom instruction 12:00pm -- 1:30pm Lunch -- On Your Own 1:30pm -- 4:30pm Classroom instruction (Course is complete at 11:00am on Friday) COURSE LOCATION: The course will be held in the Holiday Inn Orlando International Drive Resort in Orlando, Florida. The hotel is located at 6515 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819. Telephone: (407) 351-3500, Fax: (407) 351-5727. DRIVING DIRECTIONS to the HOLIDAY INN: From I-4 East: Exit 29 (Sandlake Road) right on Sandlake Road to first light (International Drive). Turn left onto International Drive. Holiday Inn is 1 mile on the left side. From I-4 West: Exit 30A (Kirkman Road) left off I-4. Right lane to first light (International Drive). Right on International Drive. Holiday Inn is 1 miles on the right. From Orlando International Airport: Take the Beeline (528 West) to I-4 Eastbound, then Exit 29 on Sandlake Road right to the first light. Then left onto International Drive. Holiday Inn is 1 mile on the left. TUITION: The $1,490 tuition includes five days of instruction, substantial course materials, parking, continental breakfast on Monday, and morning and afternoon coffee breaks throughout the week. CLASS SIZE: Plan ahead! The class is limited to 42 students, and registrations are accepted on a first paid, first served basis. REGISTRATION: Please register early to ensure a seat in the class. To register, click here to download the registration form in pdf format and mail/fax it with your fee payable to: National Defense Industrial Association Attn: Event #102A 2111 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 400 Arlington, VA 22201-3061 FAX 703-522-4656 Prospective government students must first contact Gary Hagan at (703) 805-5047 or email hagang@dsmc.dsm.mil prior to registering with NDIA. PAYMENT: NDIA accepts commercial and personal checks, traveler's checks, VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club and cash. Please prepare accordingly. Fees are shown above and on the registration form. ATTENDANCE: "This intense 4-1/2 day seminar presents current government acquisition programs and requirements and, through guided student interaction and team exercises, applies them to the realities of industry operations. In order for you to gain maximum benefit from this course and for others to gain from your perspectives and experience, all students are expected to fully participate in all scheduled course activities. Departure times should be based upon course completion at 12:00 Noon on Friday, June 25th." REFUNDS: Registered students who determine that they cannot attend the course and notify NDIA by Wednesday, October 4, 2000, will receive a refund of their registration fee minus a $150 cancellation fee. No refunds will be made for cancellations received after Wednesday, October 4, 2000. Substitutions are welcome. BAGGAGE: Please note that you will be receiving numerous course materials that are heavy and bulky. Every attempt will be made to obtain boxes suitable for shipping by the end of the course. See the NDIA representative on-site for assistance. DRESS: The DSAM course is intense and students should be as comfortable as possible. Business Casual (shirt and slacks, or equivalent) is recommended and appropriate for all course activities. INQUIRIES: For further information, contact Beth Seidmanat 703-247-9478 or email to bseidman@ndia.org. Government students please contact Gary Hagan at (703) 805-5047 or email hagang@dsmc.dsm.mil.

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Record

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