This course explores the legal considerations in the procurement and contract management process. Introduces the basic principles and sources of law relative to procurement, contract and fiscal law.  It addresses various other legal issues that may develop during the course of a contract including protests, assignment of claims, disputes, fraud, contractor debt, performance issues and contract termination. It provides a detailed review of the legal and ethical principles applicable to government contracts. Students will be presented with legal obligations of parties when contract issues arise during contract performance. Identifies criminal, civil and administrative remedies for contract disputes

This course prepares the student for several industry standard certifications offered from the National Contract Management Association (NCMA). These certifications are accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The curriculum content for this course aligns with NCMA’s Contract Management Standard (CMSTM) and the recommended textbook for all CON series courses is the NCMA Contract Management Body of Knowledge (CMBOKTM). Both the CMS and CMBOK are ANSI accredited.

For asynchronous classes, the lecture time may comprise recorded lectures, slides and mandatory discussions threads based on major topics listed below.