statements • Knowledge of work measurement, capacity analysis, aggregate planning, resource allocation and leveling, time series analysis and budgeting, earned value management, statistical process analysis and optimization, contract economic order quantities, demand forecasting and other financial aspects of strategic planning calculations, Business Case Analysis (BCA) evaluations, Forecasts and Projections • Ability to define, develop and influence data management strategies and reporting requirements at a program and/or organizational level to support improvements to data quality and future analytical capabilities 2. Certifications and Qualifications This dimension outlines required and recommended certifications identified in the BUS-FM community. Entry Level Journey Level Advanced Level Expert Level Required DAWIA BUS-FM Level I Certification DoD FM Level I Certification* International Affairs Certification Level 1** DAWIA BUS-FM Level II Certification DoD FM Level I or Level II Certification* International Affairs Certification 2** DAWIA BUS-FM Level III Certification DoD FM Level II or III Certification* International Affairs Certification Level 3** DAWIA BUS-FM Level III Certification DoD FM Level II or III Certification* International Affairs Certification Level 3** Recommended Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) CDFM CDFM - Acquisition (CDFM-A) CDFM CDFM-A CDFM CDFM-A NOTES: *For 500 series BUS-FMs, DoD Financial Management Certification is also required ** For Foreign Military Sales (FMS) BUS-FMs, International Affairs Certification is also required 3. Formal Education This dimension suggests higher education degrees for enhancement to employee development and training. Entry Level Journey Advanced Level Expert Level Degree Associate’s/Bachelor’s Bachelor’s/Master’s Bachelor’s/Master’s Bachelor’s/Master’s Doctorate
4. Leadership and Business Acumen Competencies Leadership & Business Acumen outlines individual and organizational competencies that are important for the effective performance of employees at all levels, where their span of control and influence can maximize productivity and shape a positive work culture. Entry Level Journey Level Advanced Level Expert Level Lead Self Flexibility Computer Literacy Integrity/Honesty Customer Service Interpersonal Skills Oral/Written Communication Mission Orientation Cooperative Professionalism Dependability Self-initiative Entry Leadership Competencies plus: Lead Teams, Projects, People Team Building Critical Thinking Influencing/Negotiating Leveraging Diversity Conflict Management Creativity and Innovation Developing Others/Mentorship Managing Customer Relationships Process Management Risk Management Situational Leadership Active Learning Resilience Accountability Journey Leadership Competencies plus: Lead Organizations/Programs Partnering Leadership Change Management Capital Management Employee Performance Management Resource Management Technical Credibility Technology Management Advanced Leadership Competencies plus: Lead the Institution Vision External Awareness Strategic Thinking Political Savvy Global Perspective Mission Accomplishment Executive Core Qualifications: Lead People Lead Change Business Acumen Building Coalitions Results Driven Enterprise-Wide Perspective