OIG Academy General Program FAQs

Frequently-asked questions about the OIG Academy's class schedule and registration process.

General Information

When will you have a new class schedule?

The OIG Academy releases course schedules at least four weeks prior to the start of a new semester. We add courses to our schedule on a rolling basis. Please check our course catalog on a regular basis and/or sign up for our email distribution list at [e-mail].

I am a vendor. Are the OIG Academy classes open to vendor participation?

Yes. Understanding state and local procurement laws is a sound investment. Vendors will receive a certificate of attendance for each class taken and are welcome to earn the MCPPO Designation.

I am new to public procurement. Which class should I take?

If you want to obtain an MCPPO Designation, you must take all three core classes:

• Public Contracting Overview
• Supplies and Services Contracting
• Design and Construction Contracting

Being new to public procurement, we highly recommend that you first take Public Contracting Overview as a prerequisite to the other core classes or any of our other classes. Otherwise, you may take any of our classes or trainings. 

How do I submit outside credit to be counted towards the renewal of my MCPPO Designation?

To request approval for outside credit to be counted towards the renewal of your MCPPO Designation, please log into your OIG Academy Dashboard, click on Request Credit on the left-hand side, and follow the prompts completing all required fields. View a complete list of required documentation. 

Registration

How do I register for a class?

You can register and pay for all our classes online. You will receive an automated email confirmation after we process your registration.

Do you have a waitlist for full classes?

Yes, our registration page allows students to submit their interest for a class and join a waitlist by clicking on the waitlist button. If a student drops out and a class becomes available, students on the waitlist will be automatically enrolled into the course, asked to complete final payment and receive a final class email confirmation.

I am registered for an upcoming class, but I am unable to attend. Am I allowed to transfer my registration?

Yes. Transfer of a registration within your organization is possible with prior notice, one time only. Please refer to our updated class cancellation and attendance policy. Due to the limited number of seats available for each class, registrants must send a notice of non-attendance to [e-mail] before the start of a class (unless an emergency causes non-attendance) to receive a refund, request a one-time transfer to another class, or to send another attendee in their place.

I just realized that I need to take an OIG Academy class to preserve my MCPPO Designation, but I will not be able to pay for the class when I register. Can you hold a seat for me until I can  pay?

No. Unfortunately, due to the high demand for our classes, we are unable to hold seats pending receipt of payment. However, we may be able to grant you a brief grace period for your renewal application while completing the renewal requirements. Please contact us at [e-mail] for more information or assistance with this process.   

Last updated:	December 19, 2024