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About AACE

 

Who We Are

With 7,000 members in 100 countries, AACE International has been serving the total cost management community since 1956. We are committed to the constructive exchange of ideas between members, development of technical guidance and quality education and recognition of subject matter experts. Our members work in a variety of disciplines and across all industries.

For over 40 years AACE has been certifying individuals. We offer the following certifications: Certified Cost Professional (CCP), Certified Cost Technician (CCT), Certified Estimating Professional (CEP), Certified Forensic Claims Consultant (CFCC), Earned Value Professional (EVP), Decision and Risk Management Professional (DRMP), Certified Scheduling Technician (CST) and Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP). AACE’s CCP, CCT, CEP, CST, EVP, and PSP certifications are independently accredited by the Council of Engineering and Scientific Specialty Boards.

What Does "AACE" Stand For?

The legal name since 1992 is AACE International. In 1956 the organization was established as the American Association of Cost Engineers. While you may have seen that “AACE” stands for the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering, this is only a statement that encompasses the work of the Association, not a legal name.

 
 
 
 

Our Vision

To be the gathering place and source of thought leadership for professionals who drive successful project and program delivery.

Our Mission

AACE members drive projects to complete on time, on cost, and meet investment and operational goals. We arm our members with the technical tools and expertise to support successful projects and programs.

AACE News

2020* Virtual Conference & Expo - Registration Is Open

by Jennie Amos | May 14, 2020

We'd love for you to join us with some of AACE's top thought leaders at the 2020* Virtual Conference & Expo. You can learn from some of the contributors to Recommended Practices, the TCM Framework, and more! Attend the live sessions, offered from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM EDT over 6 days (June 28-July 3) and be able to participate in the Q&A of these sessions. Plus, you'll get the recordings from all of the other technical presentations.

There will be exhibitors with whom you can learn about the latest tips, tools, and services. We're planning a variety of networking opportunities for you, too.

There is an optional continuing education seminar, CCP Certification Exam Prep, that will be held July 7-10 from 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM EDT each day (with a 30 minute break for lunch at 12:00 PM EDT). Separate registration is required for this continuing education seminar.

Go to our website to learn more about the 2020* Virtual Conference & Expo. Click here to register to join us at the event! (Login required to get the member discounted rate.)

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