Certified Knowledge Manager (CKM) Program, Delivered by the KM Institute

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From the global leader in Knowledge Management (KM) Certification, comes our next CKM Class, here in the DC area.

The highly acclaimed CKM program is KM Institute's flagship course, delivered in up to 15 countries yearly, with many thousands Certified since 2001. Delivered by internationally acclaimed speaker/instructor Douglas Weidner and expert faculty.

Who Should Attend

The KM Institute CKM is ideal for anyone tasked to lead or improve KM initiatives; anyone interested in gaining a solid grasp of common KM principles/methods, with actual "hands-on" experience performing KM.

CKM Graduates range from newcomers to seasoned practitioners, content managers to project managers, public/private sectors, and just about everyone in-between.

How to Earn your Certification

Online and Convenient

Testing is done entirely online, so you do not have to travel to a testing site. There are no additional fees, and, your Certificate is ready to print immediately after you pass.

After taking the 5-day class, students receive instructions on how to easily login and take the CKM test online (timed/multiple choice). A grade of 70% or better is necessary to pass, and you may retake the test - no charge - as many times as necessary to pass.

Testing is part of your Certification package and there are no additional fees.

Learn to...

Perform KM using proven tips/tools anyone can use!
Build Collaborative Environments; better communication, spark innovation
Transform your organization into a rapid-learning environment
Develop innovative ways to do Knowledge Mapping
Create the KM Vision for your company, including a solid strategy to get there
Initiate with your peers successful Communities of Practice
Discover usable, real-world KM principles and keys to success

Regardless of your organization's size, structure or purpose, we provide you with the knowledge and skills to lead successful, real-world knowledge management initiatives. And, whether you are new or advanced, anyone can start!

Prerequisites - Added Value

You do not need a background in KM or IT to start the KM Institute CKM Program!

All KMI CKM students gain access to the new "KM101" online program as optional pre-class study; instructor video, animation and interactivity - the latest in e-learning.

This means you and your classmates arrive with a level-set understanding of the concepts and terms, regardless of background and experience. And, it gives us more time in class for practical exercises and "hands-on KM."

Knowledge Hub for Continued Learning and Enrichment

Gain access to the new "Knowledge Hub" - your new enrichment platform.

The KMI Knowledge Hub is designed to be your "Go to" location for:

Continuous Learning – via "Hot Topics" Training Videos
New Content – leverage new content/enhancements to the Certification program
Future Course enhancements - Hub members will be the first to know when new/premium offerings are available!

Group or Private class?

Let us come to you! For a minimum of 10 students (North America) and 12 students internationally, KMI can deliver a private CKM class at your location or nearby hotel.

Benefits:

We come to you!
Save on travel
The Team learns together
Focus on your team's hot-button issues
Low cost per student

Please contact KMI for special rates/availability. Please allow at least 30 days to coordinate/schedule.

Speaker and Presenter Information

Douglas Weidner is a respected KM trainer, consultant, columnist, conference speaker and mentor.

Douglas developed the internationally acclaimed Certified Knowledge Manager (CKM) and Master CKM Certification Programs, based on his KM consulting and training experiences. He first taught the CKM in June 2001 and through KM Institute, has now trained nearly 5,000 Certificants worldwide.

He has trained, certified and advised KM leaders in most every U.S. Government Agency and all major U.S. military services and joint combatant commands, non-governmental organizations, and over one thousand commercial firms worldwide, all to rave reviews. His focus is on developing KM Institute's Knowledge Maturity Model (KMM™), the KM Transformation Solution™ and on expanding KMI's worldwide KM Certification offerings.

Douglas is an engineering graduate of the US Air Force Academy--MBA in Business Economics (UCLA), MSIE in Operations Research.

Expected Number of Attendees

Relevant Government Agencies

Air Force, Army, Navy & Marine Corps, Intelligence Agencies, DOD & Military, Office of the President (includes OMB), Dept of Agriculture, Dept of Commerce, Dept of Education, Dept of Energy, Dept of Health & Human Services, Dept of Homeland Security, Dept of Housing & Urban Development, Dept of the Interior, Dept of Justice, Dept of Labor, Dept of State, Dept of Transportation, Dept of Treasury, Dept of Veterans Affairs, EPA, GSA, USPS, SSA, NASA, Other Federal Agencies, Legislative Agencies (GAO, GPO, LOC, etc.), Judicial Branch Agencies, State Government, County Government, City Government, Municipal Government, CIA, FEMA, Office of Personnel Management, Coast Guard, National Institutes of Health, FAA, Census Bureau, USAID, National Guard Association, EEOC