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JULY 2008

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  Jul 7 - 18, 2008 in Shepherdstown, W.Va.
  Dynamics of Public Policy

  Sponsored by OPM's Management Development Centers
  Description: If you're a senior Federal employee, this in-depth program will help you understand the ins and outs of public policy to achieve your agency's goals and better serve your stakeholders. The "Dynamics of Public Policy" program focuses on the interrelated factors that affect policy, and give you an insider's view of the ways that Government institutions and nongovernmental organizations work together. Interactive simulations will put you into varied roles in the policymaking process, including a White House aide arguing the President's case to Congress, a member of Congress dealing with a lobbyist, and an interest group leader trying to advance a policy goal. By placing yourself in these real-world situations, you will gain valuable insights and a framework for dealing with policy in your agency's day-to-day activities.
  
  Contact Information:
  Name: Customer Service Office
  Phone number: 888-676-9632
  E-Mail: register@opm.gov
  Web site: http://www.leadership.opm.gov/Programs/Policy-and-Initiatives/DPP/Index.aspx

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  Jul 14 - 17, 2008 in Washington, D.C.
  Internal Controls: Meeting Federal Requirements for Accountability

  Sponsored by Management Concepts
  Description: This 4-day course is designed for managers, supervisors, staff, internal control program administrators, program managers, and project managers involved in establishing and maintaining internal control systems. This course provides a strong foundation in control systems requirements and guidance for incorporating control systems into activities to reduce the risk of waste, fraud, and mismanagement, and for discharging the participant's responsibility for accountability.
  
  Contact Information:
  Name: Customer Service
  Phone number: 703-790-9595
  E-Mail: customerservice@managementconcepts.com
  Web site: http://www.managementconcepts.com/portal/serv...

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  Jul 18 - 18, 2008 in Vienna, Va.
  Federal Grants Update 2008

  Sponsored by Management Concepts
  Description: Learn how changes in federal grants administration affect your job now and in the future. This year's seminar brings you up-to-date on new and proposed financial, performance, and property reports; impact of the new FFATA database; changes to OMB Circular A-133; status of GMLOB implementation; and the Grants Policy Committee strategic plan for further grants streamlining.
  
  Contact Information:
  Name: Customer Service
  Phone number: 703-790-9595
  E-Mail: CustomerService@managementconcepts.com
  Web site: http://www.managementconcepts.com/portal/serv...

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  Jul 21 - 22, 2008 in Huntsville, Ala.
  9th Annual MDA Small Business Day Conference

  Sponsored by Missile Defense Agency
  Description: The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) is holding the 9th Annual MDA Small Business Day Conference on July 21-22, 2008 at the Von Braun Center (VBC) in Huntsville, AL. The Conference events will begin on July 21st with an Evening Reception and Opening Conference Program from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. The conference will reconvene at 8:00 am on July 22nd with MDA presentations and sessions of interest. This event is open to all Small Businesses, Large Businesses, Colleges/Universities, PTACs/SBDCs, and individuals interested in doing business with MDA. Additional information regarding the conference, including registration details, is available at http://www.mdasmallbusiness.com/conference/
  
  Contact Information:
  Name: Danielle R. Barnes
  Phone number: 256-955-2359
  E-Mail: danielle.barnes.ctr@mda.mil
  Web site: http://www.mdasmallbusiness.com/conference/

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  Jul 21 - 23, 2008 in Vienna, Va.
  Plain Language: Writing for Success

  Sponsored by Management Concepts
  Description: Improve your writing skills and get the results you are looking for! Plain Language: Writing for Success is designed for individuals who want to develop effective writing skills. Upon completion, you will be able to recognize good writing and identify what makes it good, learn techniques that make writing better and easier to do, form good writing habits through structured practice, and gain confidence in your ability to get the results you want when you write. Enroll today!
  
  Contact Information:
  Name: Angela Pope Danquah
  Phone number: 703-270-4147
  E-Mail: adanquah@managementconcepts.com
  Web site: http://www.managementconcepts.com/portal/serv...

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  Jul 28 - 30, 2008 in Washington, D.C.
  Mastering Project Requirements

  Sponsored by Management Concepts
  Description: Stop requirements creep! Analyzing and managing requirements are cornerstone activities for any successful project. Discover keys to identify, write, analyze, and manage requirements for your projects. Master proven requirements tools and techniques. Ensure that your requirements management process results in project success.
  
  Contact Information:
  Name: Customer Service
  Phone number: 703-790-9595
  E-Mail: customerservice@managementconcepts.com
  Web site: http://www.managementconcepts.com/portal/serv...

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  Jul 28 - Aug 1, 2008 in Vienna, Va.
  Performance-Based Service Acquisition

  Sponsored by Management Concepts
  Description: Contracting personnel who work with program officials to plan, award, and administer performance-based service contracts will benefit from this training course. The course addresses the unique aspects of acquiring services and embodies the 7 Steps to Performance-Based Services Acquisition. After successful completion, the student will be able to: discuss the unique aspects of service acquisition; analyze requirements with respect to the ability to contract based on performance; determine if the requirements document is performance based, select the method of contracting and source selection process in a performance-based environment; prepare a QASP; and administer a performance-based service contract.
  
  Contact Information:
  Name: Customer Service
  Phone number: 703-790-9595
  E-Mail: CustomerService@managementconcepts.com
  Web site: http://www.managementconcepts.com/scripts/mcicoursepage.asp?MCICourse=107608

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  Jul 30 - 30, 2008 in Washington, D.C.
  Managing in Government: Communication, Engagement and Motivation Techniques That Work

  Sponsored by American Management Association Government Solutions
  Description: The persistent myth in managing government employees is that the red tape, rigid regulations, and frustrating HR standards have made effective management an almost impossible task. That impression is just plain false. While managing in the public sector presents a number of unique challenges and constraints, none of them should keep you from motivating your staff to become high performing employees. The truth is that when you approach your management tasks with a flexible mindset and the right tools, you can develop a committed workforce, manage difficult people successfully, and get superior performance from your staff. Join this Webcast as we explore a number of techniques for meeting the challenges and stressful situations supervisors in government face on a daily basis. This could be the most important hour you spend this year, so sign up now! Mention the Priority Code C64 exclusively for GovExec readers when registering.
  
  Contact Information:
  Name: Michelle Clark
  Phone number: 301-990-1940
  E-Mail: mclark@amanet.org
  Web site: http://www.amanet.org/events/managing-in-government/

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  Jul 31 - 31, 2008 in Washington, D.C.
  2008 Symantec Government Symposium

  Description: Join 500 IT, security, and business pros from all levels of government at this free, one-day event to discuss all aspects of information protection and security, including storage management, virtualization, backup and recovery.
  
  Contact Information:
  Name: Molly Borchers
  Phone number: 703-883-9000
  E-Mail: mborchers@okco.com
  Web site: http://www.symantec.com/symposium

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