What is an Earned Value Professional™ (EVP™)?
A distinguished task force of industry experts, from both private and public sectors, assembled by AACE
International created the EVP™ examination in 2005. In 2007, it earned accreditation by the Council of
Engineering & Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB) and the International Cost Engineering Council (ICEC). The
intent is to recognize specialists who meet a demanding set of earned value management criteria by a rigorous
examination, experience, education and ethical qualifications. The
EVP™ requirements reflect the sophistication of individuals in today's
earned value industry and it fairly measures their knowledge,
experience and adherence to best management practices. The
Competency Model used to develop the EVP™ was based on the
American National Standards Institute/Electronic Industries Alliance
Standard 748, Earned Value Management Systems (ANSI/EIA-748-A).
EVP™ certification distinguishes Earned Value Professionals who have the knowledge
and skills that impact the bottom line. AACE certification ensures a high quality standard.
Summary of EVP™ Certification Process
Candidates for the Earned Value Professional™ (EVP™) designation must meet these minimum requirements:
- Experience requirements
At least 8 full years of professional experience, of which up to 4 years may be substituted by a
college/university degree. Related degrees include: engineering, building construction,
construction technology, business, economics, accounting, construction management, architecture,
computer science, mathematics, etc.
- Submit application and fees
AACE Members US$350.00
Non-Members US$500.00 for the regular fee, subtract $50 for the early fee.
Submit the application, work/education verification and fees, at least 40 days before the next exam
date to be scheduled at an exam site.
- Document experience/education
Applications are reviewed and verified. Please submit a copy of college degree(s) with your
application, plus any letters that could expedite the verification process.
- Pass the examination
To become EVP™ certified, a 70% passing grade must be achieved on the 7-hour exam as
determined by the Certification Board.
EVP™ Exam Structure
The EVP™ examination consists of four parts (1 hour 45 minutes each).
- Part I is Planning. It consists of multiple-choice questions
concerning general earned value concepts, organization, planning,
scheduling and budgeting.
- Part II is Monitoring and Control. It consists of multiple-choice
questions involving accounting, analysis and reporting.
- Part III is applied Earned Value Applied. This part entails
answering a series of complex applications.
- Part IV is an Earned Value Professional Communications
Memorandum. It requires the candidate to write the equivalent of
a one-page typewritten memorandum, to a project manager, on a
given project situation. The memorandum must explain the issues and propose a solution
regarding a given problem on a project.
REFERENCE MATERIAL FOR EARNED VALUE CERTIFICATION
The ANSI 748-A Standard
·- ANSI WEB SITE
- NDIA WEB SITE
- DOD EARNED VALUE MANAGEMENT WEB SITE
Sponsored by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Acquisition, Technology & Logistics)
BOOKS
- For a complete list of recommended study materials, visit our Bookstore or by
contacting our publications administrator, Amanda Hildebran at ahildebran@aacei.org.
To learn more visit the Guide to EVP™ Certification link on the right. |
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- Online Application
- Print & Mail Application
- Guide to EVP™ Certification
- Exam Calendar
See the dates & locations of scheduled exams
- Sample Exam Questions
- Reference Material
- Certified Individuals Directory
- NEW! CERTIFICATION BOARD APPROVES RECENT CHANGE IN CALCULATOR POLICY.
A recent policy change has been approved by the Certification Board concerning the use of calculators used during all AACE Certification Exams.
The current policy is: Any calculator, programmable or pre-programmed (including those with financial functions) is allowed in any AACE certification exam.
The Certification Corner article, “EXAM DAY”, in the June Cost Engineering Journal was submitted for publication prior to this policy change, the article reflects the old policy restrictions.
The Certification Board apologizes for any confusion of conflicting information, please make note of this policy change for all upcoming certification exams.
Thank you
Valerie Venters, CCC
Certification Board Chairperson
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