How does the general assessment process go from that initial approach through a final certification?

INITIAL APPROACH

At what point in time should a university approach a C3PAO? What should the university have already

completed or be prepared for that initial meeting or intake? What happens if the C3PAO determines that the university is not prepared?

JUST BEFORE THE ASSESSMENT

If the university has “passed” the initial conversation with the C3PAO and negotiated terms, pricing and schedule, what should the university have prepared for the actual assessment?

DURING THE ASSESSMENT

What should the university expect during the assessment? What if an objective is NOT MET? What if the university disagrees with the finding, what is the best way to discuss or approach that disagreement?

AFTER THE ASSESSMENT

What should the university expect after the assessment? How long should the university expect to wait for their final certification to appear in SPRS?