What is CPM?
The Certified Public Manager (CPM) Program is a nationally recognized and nationally accredited leadership development program for public managers and supervisors. There are over 26 states and the federal government participating in the National CPM Consortium, which accredits and establishes the requirements and standards for the CPM designation. The vision of the CPM Program is to develop “world class leaders and managers for public service.”
The Michigan CPM Program has officially become an Active Member of the National program in 2007. The program is administered and implemented by Saginaw Valley State University – Office of Continuing Education and Professional Development. The SVSU- CPM Program will incorporate systematic training and structured learning activities to improve and maintain public service performance to achieve optimal levels of effectiveness and service.
During our pilot year of 2007 – 2008, a limited number of positions from state, county and local agencies will participate in this exciting program the first year in the state of Michigan Candidate will be selected based on application into the program.
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Exams & Project Requirements Transfer Credit Hours Fees
What are the SVSU CPM Program Requirements?
SVSU’s Certified Public Manager curriculum consists of core training that includes outside readings, job-related projects, and elective courses based on development of key management / leadership skills, an Executive Seminar, and examinations on all core course curriculum.
The training format will use practical, hands-on learning activities to successfully join theory with practical application, benefiting the CPM participants, their sponsoring agencies and their customers. The SVSU CPM curriculum covers the full spectrum of management and leadership skill building, beginning with individual performance and expanding to broader organizational and public policy issues.
Applicants for the SVSU CPM Program must be employed with a Michigan governmental, county, city, local government, non-profit or educational organization and have direct or functional supervision of people, major projects or major programs.
The SVSU - CPM program’s intent is to guide public managers to incorporate theory and best practices into their behaviors and strategies. Saginaw Valley State University and the National CPM Consortium, through a joint effort, will provide developmental opportunities to public managers to enhance their ability to provide effective public sector service.
The goals of the SVSU - CPM program are:
- To strengthen organizational performance by improving the effectiveness of Michigan’s public managers
- To recognize and promote public management as a profession
- To provide a course of study by which public management principles and skills can be acquired and applied
- To foster access to such training and education to Michigan’s public managers
- To establish an objective assessment of a public manager’s professional knowledge and performance
- To establish a standard by which public managers can be recognized.
The benefits for the Organization are:
- Improved services through process improvement projects,
- Building a pool of internally developed leaders,
- Retaining employees with leadership potential,
- Implementing new approaches to agency challenges and opportunities,
- Sharpening skills through networking and continuing education.
The benefits for the Individual are:
- Recognition of your commitment to professional standards and achievement in public management through the attainment of the professional designation
- organizational systems and cultures
- Knowledge of state government infrastructure & trends
- Association in a network of professional public managers in Michigan and other member states of the American Academy of Certified Public Managers.
- Continued training opportunities, workshops and seminars offered to participants and graduates of the CPM program.
- Awareness of new developments in the theory and practice of public management and innovation through the application of new ideas and approaches gained through participation in the CPM Program.
- Opportunity to contribute to the development of professional public management through special projects.
- Satisfaction of having professional preparation for assuming the responsibilities of public management.
Program Accreditation
The CPM program is a nationally recognized professional development program for government supervisors and managers. At is heart is the development and measurement of core competencies in the field of public administration.
What is the Admission Requirements & Application Procedures
You may apply any time before November 1 of each year for admission to the SVSU-CPM program that begins the following calendar year. If you wish to apply for participation in the CPM Program, you should:
Be selected/recommended by your employer.
Hold a supervisor or managerial position for at least one year; or hold a program management position responsible for technical or professional support to the agency; or be identified by the agency as an individual showing interest/potential for advancement into such position and
Submit a letter of recommendation from your supervisor.
Commit to complete requirements for certification.
How long does it take to complete the program?
There is no prescribed time period for completing the CPM program. Most managers move through the curriculum in 12 to 16 months, which the CPM program staff have found to be optimal.
SCHEDULING
How will I be notified of upcoming Certified Public Manager courses?
Please contact the CPM Coordinator at 989-964-7489 visit our web site at http://www.svsu.edu/cbed/oce/
All students enrolled or previously enrolled will receive a direct email of up coming courses so it is important that all emails are kept up to date.
Does the SVSU - CPM send out a memo on where and when training will be held?
About two weeks prior to the each scheduled class, each participant will receive a confirmation of enrollment notice. The notice will include the following information; dates, times, location, instructor, parking and contact number. SVSU-CPM Administration will have a direct link to participants through email. Participants are provided names and addresses of fellow participants and communication among them is encouraged.
The full program provides invaluable interaction with other public-sector employees and unique opportunities to translate management theory into practice. With that in mind we may accept credit for those college level course that meet SVSU CPM course objective and specifics. The course acceptance will be determined by the Program Director and the course instructor. If course is accepted there will be a $100 course transfer fee. When submitting your course for transfer you must include transcript, official course description, course requirements and indicate if exams were required in the course..
Program Locations
Online and some courses are offered each year at the beautiful Saginaw Valley State University campus located at 7400 Bay Road, University Center, Michigan when minimum enrollment numbers are met.
ATTENDANCE
Do I have to take the courses sequentially?
It is recommended that participants take the levels in order since each level builds upon the previous one. This enables the participant to integrate and correlate the skills acquired from each level with subsequent training. Exercises performed in the classroom may be linked to prior levels. Projects and readings should also be completed in a systematic, sequential manner to provide the full benefits of clarification and linkage of instructional training.
What are the attendance requirements?
Full attendance is expected. Participants will complete all requirements of each course/program. In cases where attendance is impossible, make-up must be completed the next time the same class is held. To ensure proper course credit and attendance credit each participant is responsible for signing in on the provided attendance sheet. If the signature does not appear on the course sign-in sheet the participant may be required to provide proof of attendance in the form of course materials, instructor verification or other information deemed necessary. It will be the students responsibility to provide proof for credit and the Director for Office of Continuing Ed & Professional Development will determine proper verification.
What are Cancellation Guidelines?
If a participant must cancel a scheduled course, every effort should be made to notify the Office of Continuing Ed & Professional Development as soon as possible. Cancellations made no later than 14 day prior will receive a refund less a $50 cancellation fee. Cancellations made 13 day or less prior to start of class will not be eligible for refund. Emergencies will be handled on an individual basis by the Director for Office of Continuing Ed & Professional Development.
What are the Removal Guidelines?
Participants may be removed from the program due to poor attendance, poor behavior in the classroom or behavior unfitting a SVSU - CPM candidate. Criteria of expectations for appropriate behavior and examples of inappropriate behavior will be provided to participants at the orientation session. Any discipline or removal actions will be the responsibility of the respective participant’s agency.
At what point is a student placed in “Inactive Status”?
Participants may be placed in “Inactive Status” for up to one year due to valid reasons of increased work load, relocation, or family issues. An inactive participant may rejoin the SVSU - CPM program without reapplying and when mutually convenient between the participant and the Director of Office of Continuing Ed & Professional Development during the one-year period.
EXAMINATIONS, READING APPLICATIONS, AND PROJECTS
Project Requirements
To receive the SVSU-CPM designation, participants are required to complete a job-related project. The project is completed individually Participants are expected to apply the theories, principles and techniques learned in the SVSU – CPM program training sessions to a situation, problem concern, or opportunity in their work agency or organization.
This project is the Capstone course for the CPM program. Students will be challenged to develop a comprehensive project plan and implement this in their work domain. The challenge should involve your management responsibilities and reflect what you have learned in this course. This will be a year long project, woven into various modules of the CPM program. Thefinal paper and formal presentation will be due at the end of the Management Practices III module. The process for deciding on and reporting on your project is outlined below.
Overview
The project should consist of identifying a problem or situation that could use improvement in your work unit, section, division, or agency. Project planning will involve following the steps of the problem solving process and implementing the solution(s) identified to make the change in your work.
Your project will be planned with appropriate stakeholder approval. Solicit supervisory input and support as a step in the implantation plan.
The Situation Scenario and Problem Statement will be due during Management Basics. This will permit trainers to assist you, keep your project on schedule, and encourage your evaluation of the project process. The final written project assignment (due in Management Practices III) will describe the progress you have made on your project following the steps of the problem, solving process.
What is the minimum passing score for an exam, reading application or project?
Participants must successfully complete test requirements for all core courses. Test requirements will require a minimum score of 70%. and will be scored on a Pass/Fail basis.
How much does the program cost (individual and agency)?
There is a per class Fee or a Discounted One-Time Payment Fee:
Click here to see Individual Course Fee
Discount for full program payment - $4695*
Discount for three or more from Same Organization $4495*
*Once first course has begun on full payment program, refund can not be made - you may how ever transfer to the next years program.
Contracting Option: The SVSU Certified Public Manager program will deliver the CPM training program to any state or local government group in Michigan for a fee of $4185 per student with a minimum of a minimum of 15 participants. Total fee for all students must be paid at start of program.
Open Enrollment Option: The open enrollment charge is as stated at the time of registration. Each course is either eight hours sessions or fourteen hours sessions. Click here for schedule & fees.
Inclement Weather Policy
SVSU – CPM classes may be canceled during inclement weather in accordance with Saginaw Valley State University policy. If adverse conditions necessitate the closing of campus and/or canceling classes and activities, the decision to do so will be made prior to 6:30 a.m. for day classes which begin before 4:00 p.m. Information about class cancellations/closings will be relayed to radio and television stations as soon as the decision has been made. The SVSU Weather/Information line - (989) 964-4477. A faculty member may cancel a class or event if he/she is unable to attend due to adverse driving conditions along the route of travel to the University. Permission for cancellation must be received from the Director for Office of Continuing Ed & Professional Development or designee. Please visit the SVSU web site at http://www.svsu.edu/operationsmanual/manual.cfm?doc_id=1799 for complete policy.
What happens after I've completed the program?
Individuals who have earned the CPM designation are eligible for membership in the American Academy of Certified Public Managers. The American Academy offers an annual Professional Development Symposium which is also an excellent opportunity for graduates to interact with members from other states.
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Questions
Call the Office of Continuing Education at
989-964-4475 for more information.