CDFM Module 4 Exam Questions and
Answers
DoD has 3 principal decision making support systems -
correct answer ✅1. Planning, programming, budgeting and
execution process (PPBE)
2. Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS)
3. Defense Acquisition System
Resource Allocation -
correct answer ✅Planning, Programming & Budgeting, Enactment,
Execution.
Planning -
correct answer ✅Takes place annually from October to April for
the current and future 4 fiscal years.
Programming & Budgeting -
correct answer ✅Takes place annually from May to January.
Budgeting for the current fiscal year, and Programming for the
current and future 4 fiscal years.
Enactment -
correct answer ✅Takes place annually from February to
September for the current fiscal year.
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Execution -
correct answer ✅Takes place annually from October through
September of the current and prior fiscal years. 4.1.4
Programming Phase -
correct answer ✅Begins with a POM (Program Objective
Memorandum). This development process seeks to construct a
balanced set of programs that respond to the guidance and
priorities of the Defense Planning and Programming Guidance
(DPPG) within fiscal constraints. 4.1.5
Budgeting Phase -
correct answer ✅The draft RMD (Resource Management
Decisions) is provided to the affected component for comment and
then are forwarded to the Deputy or Secretary of Defense for final
decision on that subject. Then, these decisions are reflected in an
updated budget submission provided to OMB. 4.1.6
Execution Phase -
correct answer ✅Provides feedback to senior leadership
concerning the effectiveness of current and prior resource
allocations. Over time, metrics are being developed to support the
,CDFM Module 4 Exam Questions and
Answers
execution review that will measure actual output versus planned
performance for defense programs.
National Security Strategy -
correct answer ✅Approved 1st year of a Presidential
administration
Quadrennial Defense Review (QDR) -
correct answer ✅Created once the National Security Strategy has
been established. Provided to Congress in the 2nd year of the
administration. In the PPBE process, the QDR final report serves as
the foundation document for defense strategy and business policy.
Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) -
correct answer ✅Identification process that allows joint forces to
meet future military challenges. It is supported by robust analytic
processes to identify CAPABILITY GAPS and potential solutions.
Joint Requirements Oversight Council (JROC) -
correct answer ✅Entity that pulls the JCIDS (Joint Capabilities
Integration and Development System (JCIDS) and Defense
Acquisition process together. Chaired by the Vice Chairman of the
Joint Chiefs of Staff who co-chairs the Defense Acquisition Board.
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Answers
Milestones -
correct answer ✅Three decision points in the defense acquisition
process in which JCIDS (Joint Capabilities Integration and
Development System) documents are provided that will guide the
subsequent development, production, and testing of the program.
Acquisition Category I and IA (Automated Information Systems) -
correct answer ✅These and other high-interest programs' JCIDS
are reviewed and validated by JROC prior to Milestone A.
Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and
Logistics (USD(AT&L)) -
correct answer ✅Is the Defense Acquisition Executive. He reviews
ACAT ID programs and is the Milestone Decision Authority
(MDA).4.1.10
Most expensive acquisition program categories -
correct answer ✅MDAPs (Major Defense Acquisition Programs)
and MAISs (Major Automated Information Systems)
Answers
DoD has 3 principal decision making support systems -
correct answer ✅1. Planning, programming, budgeting and
execution process (PPBE)
2. Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS)
3. Defense Acquisition System
Resource Allocation -
correct answer ✅Planning, Programming & Budgeting, Enactment,
Execution.
Planning -
correct answer ✅Takes place annually from October to April for
the current and future 4 fiscal years.
Programming & Budgeting -
correct answer ✅Takes place annually from May to January.
Budgeting for the current fiscal year, and Programming for the
current and future 4 fiscal years.
Enactment -
correct answer ✅Takes place annually from February to
September for the current fiscal year.
,CDFM Module 4 Exam Questions and
Answers
Execution -
correct answer ✅Takes place annually from October through
September of the current and prior fiscal years. 4.1.4
Programming Phase -
correct answer ✅Begins with a POM (Program Objective
Memorandum). This development process seeks to construct a
balanced set of programs that respond to the guidance and
priorities of the Defense Planning and Programming Guidance
(DPPG) within fiscal constraints. 4.1.5
Budgeting Phase -
correct answer ✅The draft RMD (Resource Management
Decisions) is provided to the affected component for comment and
then are forwarded to the Deputy or Secretary of Defense for final
decision on that subject. Then, these decisions are reflected in an
updated budget submission provided to OMB. 4.1.6
Execution Phase -
correct answer ✅Provides feedback to senior leadership
concerning the effectiveness of current and prior resource
allocations. Over time, metrics are being developed to support the
,CDFM Module 4 Exam Questions and
Answers
execution review that will measure actual output versus planned
performance for defense programs.
National Security Strategy -
correct answer ✅Approved 1st year of a Presidential
administration
Quadrennial Defense Review (QDR) -
correct answer ✅Created once the National Security Strategy has
been established. Provided to Congress in the 2nd year of the
administration. In the PPBE process, the QDR final report serves as
the foundation document for defense strategy and business policy.
Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) -
correct answer ✅Identification process that allows joint forces to
meet future military challenges. It is supported by robust analytic
processes to identify CAPABILITY GAPS and potential solutions.
Joint Requirements Oversight Council (JROC) -
correct answer ✅Entity that pulls the JCIDS (Joint Capabilities
Integration and Development System (JCIDS) and Defense
Acquisition process together. Chaired by the Vice Chairman of the
Joint Chiefs of Staff who co-chairs the Defense Acquisition Board.
, CDFM Module 4 Exam Questions and
Answers
Milestones -
correct answer ✅Three decision points in the defense acquisition
process in which JCIDS (Joint Capabilities Integration and
Development System) documents are provided that will guide the
subsequent development, production, and testing of the program.
Acquisition Category I and IA (Automated Information Systems) -
correct answer ✅These and other high-interest programs' JCIDS
are reviewed and validated by JROC prior to Milestone A.
Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and
Logistics (USD(AT&L)) -
correct answer ✅Is the Defense Acquisition Executive. He reviews
ACAT ID programs and is the Milestone Decision Authority
(MDA).4.1.10
Most expensive acquisition program categories -
correct answer ✅MDAPs (Major Defense Acquisition Programs)
and MAISs (Major Automated Information Systems)
