ACQ 315: Understanding Industry (Business Acumen) (ACQ 315)
Issued by
Defense Acquisition University
The course provides a wide range of business acumen competencies including industry orientation, organization, cost and financial planning, business strategy/development, supplier management, incentives, and negotiating strategies. Business skills will be learned on aligning company strategies, finances, and operations that motivate company decisions to meet their business goals, gain fair and reasonable profits, while providing best taxpayer value to the government on defense products.
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
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Skills
Earning Criteria
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The methods of instruction include audio visual materials, case studies, practical exercises, learner presentations, lecture, discussion, and classroom exercises.
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The methods of assessment include quizzes, written papers, presentations, examinations, case studies, and performance rubrics (checklists) with a minimum passing score of 80 percent.