What is a Certified Cost Consultant (CCC) / Certified Cost Engineer (CCE)?
Since 1976, AACE’s CCC/CCE has recognized several thousand certified individuals as
Certified Cost Consultant / Certified Cost Engineer. AACE’s CCC/CCE is independently accredited by the Council of
Engineering & Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB). The
intent is to recognize specialists who meet a demanding set of
cost and management criteria by a rigorous examination,
experience, education and ethical qualifications. The CCC/CCE
requirements reflect the sophistication of individuals in today's
cost and management industry and it fairly measures their knowledge,
experience and adherence to best management practices.
CCC/CCE certification distinguishes cost and management professionals who have the
knowledge and skills that impact the bottom line. AACE certification ensures a high quality
standard.
Summary of CCC/CCE Certification Process
Candidates for the CCC/CCE 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 Instructions and fees
AACE Members US$350.00 Non-Members US$500.00, subtract $50 for the early fee.
Submit the Application Instructions, work/education verification and fees prior
to the FINAL exam deadline date as listed on the Exam Calendar.
- Submit professional paper
Regularly scheduled exam candidates: The minimum 2500 word technical
paper must be submitted electronically to AACE
staff before the registration deadline. - Pass the examination
To become a CCC/CCE, an overall passing score must be achieved, as determined by the Certification Board.
The exam is totally multiple-choice questions. Two parts are open book, two parts are
closed book. Effective Spring 2010, they are as follows:
- Part I - Basic Cost Engineering Skills & Knowledge - open book
- Part II - Economic Analysis - open book
- Part III - Project Management - closed book
- Part IV - Cost Estimating and Control - closed book
Part I consists of 50 multiple-choice questions.
Parts II, III and IV consist of a combination of compound questions and multiple choice questions; all must be answered.
We recommend that your technical paper topic be something with which you are already familiar, such as a project you have done at work. The chosen topic is not as important as your ability to communicate through your paper. Be sure to follow the recommendations described in the Certification Paper Requirements (How to Write a Technical Paper)
guide.
Recommended texts for study for CCC/CCE:
Most recommended texts, available in our Online Store:
To learn more visit the Guide to CCC/CCE Certification link on the right. |
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