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Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)

Professional certification Events and conferences
Granted by Events Industry Council Usual length Three to six months of preparation Level Intermediate to advanced

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What it is

The most widely held professional credential in the meetings and conferences industry, based on international standards covering strategic planning, budgeting, contracts, risk management, venue selection, logistics and measuring an event's impact. It requires work experience and learning hours before the exam, so it certifies practice rather than attendance at a course.

Who it suits

Conference and event organisers, event managers in universities, public bodies and companies, and anyone who has worked in planning and coordination for years and wants a credential recognised beyond their own organisation.

What it requires

Work experience in organising events, counted in years, and approved continuing education hours. The experience required is reduced for holders of a university degree in the field.

How it is earned

Submit an application, which is reviewed first, then sit an exam at an authorised centre or online with a proctor. The exam standards are published as the international standards on the council's website, which is the reference to prepare from.

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