Professional Certification: Obtaining CMP Status
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The Convention Industry Council (CIC) administers the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) certification, aiming to elevate industry standards and professionalism among meeting managers. The CMP program requires candidates to demonstrate relevant experience and education, with a rigorous examination process for certification. Over 14,000 professionals globally have earned this designation, which is recognized for enhancing competitive advantage and credibility in the events industry.
Professional Certification: Obtaining CMP Status
- 1. CMP Information SessionPresented byChristina Buck, CMPCMP Program DirectorConvention Industry Council
- 2. What is the Convention Industry Council?
- 3. What is CIC?The Convention Industry Council's 31 member organizationsThe CIC owns and administers the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) certification.
- 4. Major CIC ProgramsCertified Meeting Professional (CMP)Hall of LeadersAccepted Practices Exchange (APEX)CIC Manual & PublicationsEconomic Impact Study
- 5. Certified Meeting Professional Program“Governed” and administered by the CICNot an individual membership, but a professional designationCMP is owned and managed by CICCIC member organizations provide study groups for CMP preparationFollows best certification practices
- 6. History of the CMP DesignationBegan in 1985 by The Convention Liaison Council“Certified Meeting PROFESSIONAL”Began as a response to increase the professionalism of meeting managersOnly industry certification endorsed by 31 CIC member organizations
- 7. CMP Program GoalsEstablish the level of knowledge and performance required for certificationRecognize and raise industry standards, practices, and ethicsStimulate the advancement of the art and science of meeting managementMaximize the value received from the products and services provided by CMPsIncrease the value of practitioners
- 8. CMP Program PlayersCMP Board of DirectorsCIC StaffTesting Agency – Prometric, Inc.Volunteer CMPs – item writers, assistant proctors, booth coverage, study group leaders, application assessment
- 9. The CMP Designation TodayGlobal DesignationOver 14,000 CMPs have earned the designation worldwide in 36 countries and US territories64% of CMPs are planners36% are suppliersAll industry professionals welcome
- 10. Why do you want to become a CMP?
- 11. CMP BenefitsCompetitive salaryProfessional developmentPersonal achievementCompetitive advantage & increased credibilityGlobal recognition
- 12. Need More Reasons?Recognized by peers for their professionalism and expertiseContribute to the development of industry best practicesAct as role models to other meeting professionalsParticipate in ensuring industry standards
- 14. Deadlines for Next Available Exams
- 16. Download and READ the Handbook
- 17. Application BreakdownSection IProfessional Experience in the Meeting, Event, Exhibition and Hospitality/Tourism IndustrySection IIInternship or Continuing Education
- 18. Application Requirements: Section IOption 1: A minimum of 36 months of work experience in the industryOption 2: Candidates with a degree in meeting, event, exhibition, and hospitality/tourism management can apply after 24 months of work experienceOption 3: Full-time instructors at a meeting/hospitality university with 36 months of work experience
- 19. Section I InformationFull time employmentResume Professional Experience must have been completed at the time of application submissionDiploma/Transcript (if applicable)
- 20. Application Requirements: Section IIOption 1: An approved internship/apprenticeship in the industry with a minimum of 200 hoursOption 2: Twenty-five (25) hours of continuing education within the last 5 years
- 21. Section II InformationInternship200 hours (proof required)Educational Institution Continuing EducationPast 5 years onlyCMP Blueprint SectionInternal TrainingDocumentation of attendance
- 22. Clock hours vs CEUCompleting the ApplicationWebsite: www.conventionindustry.orgGather all required documentationSubmit completed original application to CIC along with required documentation & application fee by the application deadline (must be received in the CIC office by March 1)
- 23. EligibilityCandidates have two years from the time of eligibility to take and pass the exam.
- 25. About the ExaminationPrometirc administers and scores examsOffered in January and July in North AmericaOffered 2-3 times a year outside North America3.5-hour exam
- 26. The CMP ExamPencil and paper based165 multiple-choice questions150 operational questions (scored)15 pre-test questions (non-graded questions)
- 27. CMP Exam QuestionsCMP exam contains questions pertaining to the variety of functions a meeting planner must perform based on the CMP BlueprintQuestions selected from the CMP “Item Bank”Exam questions are written and reviewed on a regular basis by current CMPs
- 28. CMP Exam QuestionsOnly questions that measure competency and skill are included on the examFour possible answers are provided for each multiple choice question – one of the four is correctNo “all of above” and “none of the above” responsesNo trick questions
- 29. Study of the ProfessionA Job Analysis study is conducted to ensure the CMP exam is current Meeting professionals are surveyed to help evaluate the level of knowledge and skills that are expected within the profession. CMP Blueprint is developed from responses form surveyed meeting professionals
- 30. CMP Exam BlueprintBasis for the exam questionsThe CMP Blueprint knowledge base is categorized into 5 domain areas, 49 tasks and 230 knowledge topicsThe five domains identify major content areas which compose the exam
- 31. CMP Exam BlueprintFive Domain AreasStrategic Event Planning Process 24%Financial and Contract Management20%Facilities and Services 18%Logistics 20%Program 18%
- 32. Exam ScoringExam is scored by computer as Pass or FailYou need a total scale score of 55 to pass the examinationScores are determined by converting the number of questions answered correctly to a scale score that ranges from approximately 20 to beyond 55
- 33. Scale ScoreA scale score is a transformed raw examination score (the number of exam questions answered correctly)Questions are weighted based on their difficulty *Please note that a scale score is neither the number of questions you answered correctly nor the percentage of questions you answered correctly.
- 34. What is the Cost?
- 35. Fees Related to the CMP ProgramCMP Application Submission Fee $225.00 USDCMP Exam Registration Fee $450.00 USDCMP Exam Cancellation Fee $100.00 USDAll fees are subject to change at anytime. The CMP Application Submission Fee is non-refundable and all CMP fees are non-transferable.
- 36. Study ResourcesCIC Manual, 8th Edition $ 65.95 USD(July, 2007 Edition)CIC International Manual $ 79.95 USD1ST Edition PCMA’s Professional Meeting Management $ 79.95 USD5th Edition APEX (Accepted Practices Exchange) Glossary $ 35.00 USDIAEE Exhibit Guidelines $ FREE(download at CIC web)
- 37. Studying forthe CMP Exam
- 38. Study GroupsIndependent from CICGroups can be self-led or professionally facilitatedCost and frequency of meetings depends on the groupSome study groups offer a weekend immersion course in place of weekly meetingsStudy group guidelines are available on CIC website
- 39. On-Line StudyPCMA Online Exam PrepOfficially Endorsed by CIC$299 Members
- 41. Your Action Plan
- 42. CMP Action PlanDownload the CMP Application and HandbookComplete and submit your applicationPurchase/borrow current study materialsJoin a study groupStudy independently and as part of a classCommit to taking the exam that’s right for youGive it your all!
- 43. Personal CommitmentDetermine your own reasons for pursuing the CMP designationMake the experience worthwhileCommit to putting aside regular time to study over several monthsDo it for yourself !
- 44. Time CommitmentReading Books 30+ HoursStudying 50 HoursStudy Group 22 HoursTotal Time Required 100+ Hours
- 45. RecertificationInitial certification is valid for five yearsComplete a recertification applicationCMPs who recertify on time, do not have to take another exam to be recertified.Based on continued employment, education, and professional contributions
- 46. Questions/discussionThank you for your participation this morning.The best of luck on your journey.Enjoy it!Further Questions? Christina M Buck, CMPConvention Industry CouncilProfessionally managed by Talley Management Group, Inc. 700 N. Fairfax Street, Suite 510Alexandria, VA 22314571-527-3116cichq@conventionindustry.org