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AACE® Certified Cost Professional (CCP) Certification Course
Master Cost Engineering, Project Controls, and Total Cost Management (TCM)
Develop advanced expertise in cost engineering, estimating, project controls, economic analysis, and Total Cost Management through an AACEI-aligned training program designed for real industrial project environments.
Course Overview
The AACE® Certified Cost Professional (CCP) Certification Course is a structured and comprehensive training program designed to build mastery in cost engineering and the Total Cost Management (TCM) Framework.
Cost engineering is a multidisciplinary field that combines technical, financial, and analytical expertise to control cost, schedule, and project performance across the full project lifecycle.
This course teaches those skills through high-quality video lessons, real industrial examples, case studies, and practical exercises aligned with AACE International’s global standards and Recommended Practice 11R-88.
Participants will learn how to build cost estimates, integrate planning and scheduling, apply Earned Value Management (EVM), analyze project risks, and support investment decision-making in industrial and capital projects.
By the end of the program, participants will be prepared for both real-world project environments and the AACE® CCP certification exam.
Key Features
Course Modules
Module 1 — Cost Fundamentals
Module 2 — Cost Estimating
Module 3 — Planning and Scheduling
Module 4 — Project and Cost Control
Module 5 — Project Management
Module 6 — Contracting and Asset Management
Module 7 — Economic Analysis, Statistics, Probability and Risk
Module 8 — Total Cost Management (TCM)
Module 1 — Cost Fundamentals
This module introduces the foundations of cost engineering and explains the key principles used in industrial project environments.
Topics Covered
- Cost elements and pricing
- Labour, materials, and equipment costing
- Economic cost principles
- Activity-based cost management
Module 2 — Cost Estimating
Participants will learn structured estimating methodologies used in manufacturing and industrial projects.
Topics Covered
- Cost estimating principles
- Manufacturing estimating techniques
- Process and product costing
- Estimating methodologies and practices
Module 3 — Planning and Scheduling
This module focuses on project planning and the integration between cost and schedule management.
Topics Covered
- Project planning fundamentals
- Scheduling techniques
- Cost and schedule integration
- Planning best practices
Module 4 — Project and Cost Control
Participants will develop practical project control and performance measurement skills.
Topics Covered
- Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Productivity measurement
- Labor cost control
- Project performance analysis
Module 5 — Project Management
This module introduces project management principles required to support cost engineering activities.
Topics Covered
- Project management fundamentals
- Organizational structures
- Project communication
- Leadership and quality management
Module 6 — Contracting and Asset Management
Participants will learn how contracting, asset management, and change control influence project cost performance.
Topics Covered
- Capital project contracting
- Strategic asset management
- Change management
- Construction claims and disputes
Module 7 — Economic Analysis, Statistics, Probability and Risk
This module focuses on financial analysis, probability, optimization, and risk management concepts.
Topics Covered
- Financial and cash flow analysis
- Statistics and probability
- Optimization techniques
- Risk management fundamentals
Module 8 — Total Cost Management (TCM)
Participants will understand the Total Cost Management framework and its application across the project lifecycle.
Topics Covered
- TCM Framework overview
- Integrated project controls
- Cost engineering best practices
- International standards and systems
What You Will Learn
Who Should Attend
Prerequisites
Duration & Access
Key Benefits
What You Will Learn
By completing this training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the core principles of cost engineering
- Apply Total Cost Management (TCM) best practices
- Build cost estimates for industrial projects
- Integrate cost and schedule management
- Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques
- Analyze project risks and financial performance
- Support investment and project decision-making
- Prepare confidently for the AACE® CCP exam
Who Should Attend
This training is ideal for:
- Graduate Engineers
- Cost Controllers and Estimators
- Project Engineers and Project Managers
- Project Cost Engineers
- Discipline Leads
- Procurement and Tendering Teams
- Workface Planners
- Professionals involved in cost estimation, planning, and project controls
Prerequisites
To apply for the AACE® CCP Certification Exam, candidates must meet AACEI requirements:
- 8 years of industry-related experience, or
- 4 years of experience plus a related degree
- A 2,500-word technical paper
- Agreement to AACE’s Canons of Ethics
Duration & Access
Training Format
Structured online and instructor-led learning experience.
Included Access
- 11 hours of video lessons
- 35 structured modules
- 6-month platform access
- Downloadable templates and materials
Optional Add-Ons
- CCP Mock-Up Exam
- 1-to-1 Coaching Session
- Technical Paper Review
Key Benefits
AACEI-Aligned Learning Path
Train using content aligned with AACE International standards and Recommended Practice 11R-88.
Real Industrial Applications
Learn through practical examples, case studies, and project-based exercises.
Comprehensive Cost Engineering Skills
Develop expertise in estimating, planning, project controls, economics, and risk.
Improved Decision-Making
Support projects using structured cost analysis and forecasting methodologies.
Flexible Learning Experience
Access self-paced learning, live sessions, and blended delivery formats.
CCP Certification Readiness
Prepare confidently for the AACE® CCP certification exam and professional advancement.
Delivery Format
Live Online Training
Interactive Instructor-Led Sessions
Industrial Case Studies & Workshops
Digital Templates & Practical Tools Included
Frequently Asked Questions
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