Earn Your Certified Manager®
The Institute of Certified Professional Managers (ICPM) administers the Certified Manager® (CM) designation — a portable, nationally recognized credential for experienced managers and leaders in every industry. NMA members receive an exclusive discount on certification fees.
Ready to Get Certified?
Contact ICPM directly to begin your application — be sure to mention NMA in your application for member pricing.
- ✓ Combined education + experience scored on ICPM's 10-point eligibility scale
- ✓ Exclusive NMA member discount on certification fees
- ✓ Comprehensive three-module training & assessment program
What is the program like?
The CM/CS Certification program is an excellent option for experienced managers and leaders in all industries. To meet CM eligibility requirements, applicants must have combined education and experience that satisfy ICPM’s 10-point scale. Applicants go through a comprehensive three-module program of training and assessment, validating levels of managerial competency and leadership potential.
When does it start?
Enrollment in the CM certification is continuous, and CM exams are administered on demand. Applicants can begin right away after they complete their applications and pay the certification fees online. To get your chapter started today, contact ICPM and be sure to mention NMA in your application!
NMA members receive an exclusive discount on ICPM exam fees as part of their membership. Visit ICPM for full eligibility details and to start an application, or contact NMA staff with questions.
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Earn the credential that tells the room you’ve done the work.
NMA members receive discounted pricing on ICPM’s Certified Manager and Certified Supervisor exams.