Class Schedule and Information
Please read the MCPPO Policies and the MCPPO Online Class Technical Specifications before registering.
Registration closes two weeks before the class or training start date. The MCPPO program uses Blackboard®, an online learning platform, or other virtual platform, to host its online classes. Homework may be assigned to satisfy credit requirements. Blackboard or other virtual platform login information will be emailed to registrants two business days before a class starts.
All full day classes and electives begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at approximately 4:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted. MCPPO trainings' start and end times vary.
Each class is filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The MCPPO program does not offer a waitlist for classes that have been filled. If a class of interest has been filled, please use our OIG Bulletin sign-up form to get the latest news on MCPPO classes.
Note: We updated the MCPPO designation requirements and the application and renewal processes to make them more relevant and inclusive.
To obtain a designation, you must successfully complete all three of our core classes — Public Contracting Overview, Supplies and Services Contracting and Design and Construction Contracting. Other requirements apply.
Additional Resources
MCPPO Designation and Designation Renewal Classes
Class name |
Dates |
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(Note: Required for the Charter School Certification) |
No session. |
Design and Construction Contracting (Blended) |
No session. |
Supplies and Services Contracting |
No session. |
MCPPO Designation Renewal (Blended) |
No session. |
Certification and Recertification Classes
Class name |
Dates |
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School Project Designers and Owner's Project Managers Certification |
No session. |
School Project Designers and Owner's Project Managers Recertification |
No session. |
MCPPO Electives
Class name |
Dates |
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Advanced Topics |
No session. |
Chapter 30B Exemptions and Exceptions | No session. |
Chapter 30B Terms, Misconceptions and Practices |
No session. |
Construction Management at-Risk |
No session. |
Contract Administration | No session. |
Cybersecurity 101 | No session. |
Design and Construction Law Considerations NEW |
No session. |
Diversity and Inclusion in Procurement | No session. |
IFB and RFP Workshop | No session. |
Making a Choice: Design-Bid-Build or Construction Management at-Risk New |
No session. |
Prevailing Wisdom - Confronting Potential Pitfalls and Applying Solutions on Prevailing Wage/Public Construction Projects |
No session. |
Procurement Fraud | No session. |
Procurement Fraud Prevention for Local Housing Authorities |
No session. |
Real Property Transactions |
No session. |
Running a Successful Procurement Office | No session. |
Spotlight on Schools |
No session. |
MCPPO Training Webinars
The MCPPO program is offering training webinars on various topics about improving government and accountability. All trainings, although geared towards public employees and officials, are available to all interested parties including private sector employees, not-for-profit employees and members of the public.
MCPPO Advising Services
We offer advising services for our MCPPO program participants.
The MCPPO advising services can help active and potential MCPPO participants choose their classes and navigate the designation application and renewal requirements. Our advisors can also assist with choosing which MCPPO educational path to take and offering strategies for remaining in good standing with a designation or certification.
We are here to help you with your professional development.
Contact us at MA-IGO-TRAINING@mass.gov and we will have one our staff arrange a virtual meeting with you.
MCPPO Calendar
Contact
Phone
Online
Date published: | August 4, 2022 |
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Last updated: | May 31, 2023 |
Related
- Learn more about the OIG's MCPPO program
- Read general MCPPO frequently-asked questions
- View FAQs for MCPPO designations, OPMs and designers, and charter schools officials
- Review the MCPPO terms of use and attendance policy
- View the MCPPO Online Class Technical Specifications
- Watch our YouTube videos about principles of good government