CHOOSE YOUR PATHWAY
Join the Human Skills Network
Whether you are an ambitious professional pursuing personal development or an enterprise leader looking to build an internal leadership incubator, NMA has a membership option designed for you.
FOR INDIVIDUAL PROFESSIONALS
Individual Membership
Individual Members Leadership Association (IMLA)Ideal for managers, engineers, supervisors, and emerging technical leads whose current employer does not yet host a local corporate chapter. Gain instant access to a national network of peers and accredited coursework.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
- ✓ Direct membership in the national IMLA Chapter
- ✓ Exclusive discount on Certified Manager (CM) and Certified Supervisor (CS) exams
- ✓ IACET-accredited CEUs on self-paced & live online coursework
- ✓ Monthly LiveOnline webinars with nationally recognized authors
- ✓ Full access to the NMA On-Demand MindEdge Learning Portal
- ✓ National networking forums & conference registration discounts
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Instant enrollment · Portable professional benefits
FOR COMPANIES & EMPLOYERS
Corporate Chapter
Turn Your Company into a Live Leadership SandboxDesigned for executive sponsors, HR leads, and business unit directors looking to foster cross-functional collaboration, increase retention, and accelerate human skills across technical teams.
WHAT YOUR ORGANIZATION GETS:
- ✓ Turnkey NMA Chapter Launch Kit & assigned HQ consultant
- ✓ Custom internal governance, bylaws, and officer elections
- ✓ In-house "Live Lab" workshops tailored to company culture
- ✓ Bulk IACET CEU tracking & employee transcript integration
- ✓ Enhanced retention among high-potential engineering talent
- ✓ Cross-chapter synergy with aerospace, health, & defense leaders
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SIDE-BY-SIDE COMPARISON
Membership Pathways at a Glance
| Feature / Benefit | Individual (IMLA) | Corporate Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| National Peer Network Access | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| ICPM Certification Member Discounts | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| IACET Accredited CEU Credits | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Monthly LiveOnline Webinars | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Local On-Site Chapter Meetings & Live Labs | Virtual / Regional | ✓ On-Site at Your Facility |
| Internal Leadership Committee Roles | IMLA Board Only | ✓ Local Chapter Board & Committees |
| Bulk Enterprise Licensing & Transcripts | — | ✓ Included for Employers |
| Youth Speech Contest Sponsorship Rights | — | ✓ Local Community Program |
HAVE QUESTIONS BEFORE JOINING?
Talk to Our Membership Team.
We’re happy to walk through pricing, chapter setup, or anything else you’re wondering about — no pressure, just answers.