A CCP is an experienced practitioner with advanced knowledge and technical expertise to apply the broad principles and best practices of Total Cost Management (TCM) in the planning, execution and management of any organizational project or program.

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Hisham Haridy, PMP, PMI-RMP, PMI-SP
CCP

2. Who Am I?
Project Management Professional Certified (PMP).
Risk Management Professional Certified (PMI-RMP).
Scheduling Professional Certified (PMI-SP)
BS in Civil Engineering.
17 years Project Management Experience.
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Managing Safely in Construction Certified (IOSH).
Primavera Project Management Certified.
More than 1500 training hours.
Freelance Project Management Consultant
Ex-FP Program Manager (LafargeHolcim): Manage the Fire protection program for Middle
East and Africa Plants.
Ex-Project Manager (LafargeHolcim): Carried out previous long assignments in different
countries from concept phase to operation.
Hisham Haridy Elsayh

3. Who Are You?
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4. What’s your Expectations?
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5. Course Content
IntroductionIntroduction
CostingCosting
Cost EstimatingCost Estimating
Planning & SchedulingPlanning & Scheduling
Progress and Cost ControlProgress and Cost Control
Project ManagementProject Management
Economic Analysis, Statistics, Probability and RiskEconomic Analysis, Statistics, Probability and Risk
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6. Introduction
Who should attend?
Professionals in all business enterprises
Project managers
Finance ManagersFinance Managers
Cost Engineers, Cost Controlling Engineers and Quantity
Surveyors
Engineers and Planners
Accountant
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7. Introduction
What will you get?
Be familiar with “Skills and Knowledge of Cost Engineering”
Learn comprehensive tools & techniques in Cost Estimating and Control
Improve your project management skills: Effective Planning and SchedulingImprove your project management skills: Effective Planning and Scheduling
Manage uncertainty in your project through an effective Risk Management Plan
Be familiar with Contract Management
Gain an in-depth knowledge in Total Cost
Management framework
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8. Introduction
1. AACE International (Association for the Advancement of Cost
Engineering).
2. Founded in 1956 by 59 cost estimators and cost engineers.
3. AACE International Headquarters is located in West Virginia, USA.
4. Non-profit professional association.
5. Cover 80 section in 9 regions.
6. Members in 87 countries
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9. LEVEL Certification
Technician 1. Certified Cost Technician (CCT) (formerly known as ICC -
Interim Cost Consultant)
2. Certified Scheduling Technician (CST)
Professional 1. Certified Cost Professional (CCP) (formerly Certified Cost
Introduction
Professional 1. Certified Cost Professional (CCP) (formerly Certified Cost
Consultant (CCC) / Certified Cost Engineer (CCE))
2. Earned Value Professional (EVP)
3. Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP)
4. Certified Estimating Professional (CEP)
Expertise 1. Certified Forensic Claims Consultant (CFCC)
2. Decision and Risk Management Professional (DRMP)
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10. Introduction
1. CCP is a certification granted by the Association for Advancement of Cost
Engineering (AACE) to individuals who possess fundamental knowledge
and expertise in cost and project controls.
2. CCP certification was established in 1976 and is independently accredited
by the Council of Engineering & Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB) since
2000.
3. CCP certification distinguishes cost and management
professionals who have the knowledge and skills that
impact the bottom line.
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11. Introduction
This program will rely on S&K “Skills &
Knowledge of Cost Engineering”- 6th
edition that provides comprehensive and
in-depth information on a wide range of
cost engineering subjects (6 sections andcost engineering subjects (6 sections and
34 Chapters).
The AACE International
CCP Certification
Study Guide, 2nd
Edition is designed as
a companion
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12. Introduction
CCP Exam Requirements
1. Technical paper
A minimum 2500 word technical paper must be submitted along with
your application
2. Education
Bachelors Degree
– Four years Experience
High School Graduate
– Eight years Experience
3. Adherence to AACE's Canons of Ethics
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Technical Paper
1. Purpose
Evaluate the candidate’s ability to communicate ideas, statements and
recommendations, or solutions in a logical and reasonable manner.
Gauge to measure the candidate’s professional knowledge and how well they
can articulate it (able to express ideas and feelings clearly in words)
2. Topic
Aspect of Cost Engineering/Total Cost Management.
Quantity surveying, planning and scheduling, estimating,
cost controls, project management, claims consulting,
engineering, etc.
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3. Outline
Title Page
Table of Contents
List of Tables
List of FormulasList of Formulas
List of Equations
Abstract
Introduction
The Problem or Introduction Statement
Paper content
Conclusion
Bibliography and/or References
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CCP Exam Guidelines
1. Apply online for CCP Certification Exam [Members – US$ 500, Non-
Members – US$ 625]
2. Email supporting documents within 3030 daysdays of online application.
3. AACE will perform an exam eligibility documentation review and notify
you the outcome.
4. Once approved, your exam eligibility is valid 66 monthsmonths, with in which
you should appear for the examination.
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16. Introduction
CCP Exam Guidelines
1. Apply online for CCP Certification Exam [Members – US$ 500, Non-
Members – US$ 625]
2. Email supporting documents within 3030 daysdays of online application.
3. AACE will perform an exam eligibility documentation review and notify
you the outcome.
4. Once approved, your exam eligibility is valid 66 monthsmonths, with in which
you should appear for the examination.
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17. Introduction
CCP Exam Guidelines
Total Examination Questions Allotted Examination Time
120 5 hours
Computer based exam and will cover:
1. Part I – Supporting Skills & Knowledge
2. Part II – Economic Analysis
3. Part III – Project Management
4. Part IV – Cost Estimating and Control
MCQ and compound, scenario questions Closed book
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18. THANK YOU
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