Pre-Conference Courses
Boost your professional development with pre-conference courses ahead of CMAA2026 in Denver! These courses are the perfect opportunity to combine expert-led learning opportunities with your conference experience, all in one trip! Whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise in construction management, broaden your skill set for career growth, or network with industry peers, these courses offer immense value.
Check out the list of courses below and add them while registering* for CMAA2026 today!
*Additional fees will apply; see course details for more information.
Thursday, October 1 - Saturday, October 3
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Based on CMAA’s Body of Knowledge, the In-Person Professional CM (PCM) Course is a comprehensive, live, instructor-led course offered over three full days. This valuable learning opportunity focuses on construction management core competencies and will benefit those wanting to build on their construction management skillset knowledge, as well as more experienced professionals seeking a refresher or continuing education.
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This course is recommended by CMAA as effective educational review for the Certified Associate Construction Manager (CACM) exam*. This course can also be used in conjunction with the CCM Build-Up Study group to prepare for the Certified Construction Manager exam.Instruction will begin at 8:00 a.m. and end at 5:00 p.m., daily. An agenda will be provided at the start of the course. Live instruction covers professional practice, program & project management, contract administration, time management (with lab), sustainability, quality management, cost management & value engineering, and safety & risk management.
*There are no required materials or courses to prepare for the CACM and CCM exams and participation in this course does not guarantee a passing exam score. Please review the relevant handbooks for additional information:
CACM Application Handbook
CCM Application Handbook
Registration Rates:
Member: $1500
Non-member: $2000
Cancellation & Refund Policy:
If you cannot attend, you may transfer to a future course within 12 months at no extra cost or request a refund of your registration fee minus a $75 processing fee and the cost of included publications. Refund or transfer requests must be emailed to pd@cmaanet.org at least 15 days before the course starts. No transfers or refunds are allowed within 14 days of the course start date.
Registration for PCM Course includes:
1. Electronic PCM Course slides (downloadable and printable)
2. Construction Management Standards of Practice (eBook)
3. CACM Study Guide (eBook)
Educational Credit:
Course participants earn 24 CMCI Recertification Points, Professional Development Hours, or AIA Learning Units. Partial credit is not assigned. All 3 days of the course must be completed to receive credit. For more information on recertification points, please visit https://www.cmaanet.org/recertification.
Train the Trainer
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Want to learn to become a better trainer and public speaker? Join CMAA’s Train the Trainer course to get an overview of adult learners, learning styles, classroom management, teaching tools, and presentation techniques.
Upon successful completion of Train the Trainer, you will be recognized publicly by CMAA as an Authorized Trainer – recognized for your presentation capabilities, knowledge, and professional experience. CMAA Authorized Trainers can teach any CMAA-run course, including Chapter and private courses, or be hired by organizations who license the course.
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Registration Rates:Member: $975
Non-member: $1500
Time:
Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m.
Train the Trainer includes both pre-recorded online materials and an in-person session.
Pre-Recorded Online: Prior to the start of the course, you will receive links to view video of past Professional CM Courses. You do not need to view the entire recording or even an entire section. Recordings are provided to give you an idea of how past presenters have taught the material.
Additional references will be provided prior to the course start: Adult Education Toolkit, Leaning Styles of 4 Modalities, and presentation PowerPoints.
In-Person: We will start Friday at 8:00 am with introductions and discussion, go over how the PowerPoint slides are set up, and everyone will have the opportunity to present a portion of one of the course sections. These presentations will be recorded and then played back for constructive feedback. Lunch is on your own.
The course will conclude with two names being picked out of a hat to teach the last section of the concurrent PCM Course on Friday morning, followed by a debrief. Lunch is on your own.
Cancellation & Refund Policy:
If you cannot attend, you may transfer to a future course within 12 months at no extra cost or request a refund of your registration fee minus a $75 processing fee and the cost of included publications. Refund or transfer requests must be emailed to pd@cmaanet.org at least 15 days before the course starts. No transfers or refunds are allowed within 14 days of the course start date.
Educational Credit:
Course participants earn 16 CMCI Recertification Points, Professional Development Hours, or AIA Learning Units. Partial credit is not assigned. To receive credit, all three days of the course must be completed. For more information on recertification points, please visit https://www.cmaanet.org/recertification.
Crafting Winning Proposals: A Practical Guide for CMs
Sunday, October 4
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Receive $50 off the regular price when you add this course to your CMAA2026 registration. See the reduced registration rates as a CMAA2026 add-on below.
Winning work starts with a strong proposal, and strong proposals don’t happen by accident. This course is designed for construction managers and project professionals who support proposal efforts and want a clear, practical understanding of how proposals are developed and evaluated in the construction management industry.
Participants will walk through the full proposal lifecycle—from go/no-go decisions to final submission—learning how proposals are planned, structured, written, and reviewed. The course focuses on interpreting RFP requirements, aligning technical content with owner priorities, developing compliant and persuasive narratives, and collaborating effectively with technical teams, marketers, and leadership.
You’ll gain insight into how owners evaluate proposals, what separates a compliant response from a compelling one, and how proposal strategy and capture planning influence success. By the end of the course, you’ll be better prepared to review proposal content critically and contribute in ways that strengthen pursuit strategies and improve your firm’s ability to win work.
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Registration rates as conference add-on:
Member: $450
Non-member: $850
Time:
Saturday, October 4
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cancellation and Refund Policy:
If, for some reason, you are unable to attend, you may transfer to a future course at no additional charge within 12 months of the course you originally registered for or you may receive a refund of your original registration rate, less a $75 processing fee. Refund or transfer requests must be submitted by email to pd@cmaanet.org at least 15 days prior to the course start date. No transfers or refunds will be made within 14 days of the course start date.
Educational Credit:
Course participants earn 4 CMCI Recertification Points and 4 Professional Development Hours (PDHs). Partial credit is not assigned. For more information on recertification points, please visit https://www.cmaanet.org/recertification.
In-Person Negotiating for Successful Outcomes
Sunday, October 4
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Receive $50 off the regular price when you add this course to your CMAA2026 registration. See the reduced registration rates as a CMAA2026 add-on below.
Emphasizing the pivotal role of the construction manager, the course will explore strategies for facilitating constructive dialogue and reaching mutually beneficial agreements among project stakeholders using real-world examples. By honing their negotiation techniques in a simulated environment, participants will gain confidence in navigating disputes and fostering collaboration in construction projects.
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Learning Objectives:
- Review common contractual elements and language that can minimize disputes and claims.
- Define the elements of common negotiation methods
- Review real-world design specification examples that have led to project disputes and how they could have been improved.
- Understand the role of the construction manager in bringing project parties to a negotiated agreement when issues arise.
- Provide attendees with negotiation strategies to implement on future projects.
Registration rates as conference add-on:
Member: $200
Non-member: $400
Time:
Sunday, October 4
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Cancellation and Refund Policy:
If, for some reason, you are unable to attend, you may transfer to a future course at no additional charge within 12 months of the course you originally registered for or you may receive a refund of your original registration rate, less a $75 processing fee. Refund or transfer requests must be submitted by email to pd@cmaanet.org at least 15 days prior to the course start date. No transfers or refunds will be made within 14 days of the course start date.
Educational Credit:
Course participants earn 2 CMCI Recertification Points and 2 Professional Development Hours (PDHs). Partial credit is not assigned. For more information on recertification points, please visit https://www.cmaanet.org/recertification.
