Enclosure (1) to COMDTINST 1520.2
PMT 302
Advanced Program Management Course
the integration of the dynamic processes used in systems acquisition management, (2) provide a learning
environment that encourages student inquiry and (3) assist students in developing managerial abilities and
functional area knowledge that will enhance their performance in future acquisition related positions. The
primary learning methodology is faculty assisted, student led, small group cases and exercises. Through
these cases and exercises, the dynamic interaction among the acquisition functional disciplines is explored
in detail and the importance of developing and managing effective Integrated Product and Process Teams
is emphasized. Subject areas include the integration of technical and business disciplines in the
management of a system; the business motivations and technical practices of private industry and the
impact they have on successful acquisition management; the development and importance of acquisition
policy; the use of quality tools, interpersonal relations and communications skills in the development of
an effective acquisition management team; and the evolving defense acquisition environment and the
forces driving changes to how the acquisition of a system must be managed. Electives provide an
opportunity for students to pursue further inquiry. Interaction with current program managers, as well as
with senior officials of the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Military Departments and the defense
industry provides an executive level educational forum.
Prerequisites: ACQ 201.
Security Clearance: A SECRET security clearance is required.
Length: 67 Class Days
PMT 303
Executive Program Managers' Course
The Executive Program Managers' course is designed to meet the learning and performance needs of
newly selected Program Executive Officers and ACAT I & II Program Managers/Deputy Program
Managers. Building on the general program management competencies acquired in PMT 302, Advanced
Program Management Course and subsequent on-the-job experience, PMT 303 provides the most recent
policies and issues in system acquisition.
Prerequisites: PMT 302.
Length: 22 Class Days (Includes a 2-day mandatory pre-course workshop)
PMT 304
Advanced International Management Workshop
Advanced International Management Workshop reinforces and advances the principles of collective
defense through armament cooperation and presents a balanced view of attendant topics. Students will
develop basic skills in, and gain an appreciation of, the problems and issues associated with international
negotiation of cooperative defense agreements. Specific topics will include preparation for negotiation,
authority to negotiate and conclude, DoD policies and experiences, and negotiation issues. The role of
Congress and the Department of Commerce will be explored.
Prerequisites: None.
Length: 5 Class Days
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