2. Who is ICPM? Founded by the NMA/IMC in 1974 A global advocate for managerial excellence The largest US-based management certifying body A business center of the JMU College of Business What does ICPM do? Educates: develops competencies (knowledge, skills + abilities) Validates: management competency + leadership potential Lynn Powell, CM Executive Director Drew Koch, CM Manager of Assessment and Technology Jonathan Lutz, MET Instructional Designer Aly Wilkins, CeMA Customer Relations and Marketing Specialist

3. HOW DOES ICPM DEVELOP MANAGERS? Foundations of Management Certificate Provides essential knowledge and skills for employees transitioning to management and supervisory positions. Establishes a firm foundation for sound decision making, problem solving, communicating, and more. Certified Manager ® Certification Validates the managerial competency and leadership potential of mid-level managers working in all industries. Enhances managerial knowledge and skills, raises confidence on-the-job, and positions managers for employment and/or career promotion.

4. FOUNDATIONS OF MANAGEMENT (FOM) certificate program Created by ICPM specifically for entry level managers, supervisors and team leads 45 hours of foundational management learning with no eligibility requirements Choose from several study options:study options Individual self-directed study Group facilitated study Instructor led classroom study Program materials include: Custom study manual (print or e-book) E-Learning Center of online resources Instructor Materials (online) 90-item online exam to validate learning Completion of the FoM certificate contributes towards CM certification* *Must apply for CM certification within 5 years.

5. Independently validates managerial competency and leadership potential Globally recognized professional credential (CM) for experienced managers and leaders Demonstrates a commitment to quality management practice Provides a competitive edge to move your management career forward CERTIFIED MANAGER ® (CM) certification program

6. CERTIFIED MANAGER ® (CM) The CM certification is earned by meeting eligibility requirements for education and experience and passing 3 challenging CM exams which validate management competency.eligibility requirements Application is continuous and completed online. Applicants agree to abide by the ICPM Code of Ethics and keep their management skills current by recertifying annually.ICPM Code of Ethics Choose from several study options:study options Individual self-directed study Group facilitated study Instructor led classroom study Program materials include: 3 custom study manuals (print only) E-Learning Center of online resources 3 CM online exams (120-items each) certification program

7. CERTIFICATE VS. CERTIFICATION? Foundations of Management Introduces basic foundations of management in a knowledge-based format. Designed for first-level managers and supervisors that are new to management or that do not qualify for the CM certification. Successful completion earns a “certificate of achievement”, but not a professional credential. The FoM exam supports specified learning outcomes. The FoM prepares new managers for certification as they gain more on-the- job experience. Certified Manager ® Introduces a comprehensive body of knowledge using an application-based format. Designed for experienced managers and supervisors working in all industries. Successful completion earns the “CM Certificate” and use of the globally recognized “CM” professional credential. The CM exams support a standard of management practice determined by industry practitioners. To retain the CM title, CMs must recertify annually by engaging in professional development to keep their skills current and paying a professional fee.recertify annually

8. HOW DO YOU BECOME CM® CERTIFIED? 1. Meet eligibility requirements for education and experience. 2. Study to take the 3 online CM competency exams. 4.Pass the 3 CM exams within 15 months.

9. WHY GET CM ® CERTIFIED? to enhance knowledge and skills for managing and leading to improve interpersonal interactions to increase confidence on-the-job to promote professional credibility to advance marketability for career advancement to obtain global recognition of managerial competency + leadership potential

10. WHO RECOGNIZES AND VALUES CERTIFIED MANAGERS ® ? Employers Senior management Clients Competitors Vendors Colleagues Friends & Family

11. CERTIFIED MANAGERS TODAY Saudi Arabia Sierra Leone Singapore Spain Sri Lanka Sudan Tanzania Uganda United Arab Emirates United States Indonesia Jordan Kuwait Lebanon Malaysia Mexico New Zealand Nigeria Pakistan Australia Bahamas Canada Egypt Ethiopia Germany Greece Guam India Certified Managers are recognized in nearly 80 countries which include:

12. WHAT INDUSTRIES EMPLOY CERTIFIED MANAGERS? Aerospace: Lockheed Martin, Boeing, NASA Banking: Bank of America, SunTrust Bank Construction: Deere Harvester, Bechtel Defense: General Dynamics, Northrop Grumman Engineering: Bechtel, BAE Systems Government: US Dept. of Energy, City of San Diego Healthcare: Johns Hopkins, Blue Cross/Blue Shield Manufacturing: Toyota, Pepsi Cola, Gulfstream Oil & Gas: GASCO, ZADCO, Borouge Pharmaceuticals: Wyeth Laboratories, Pfizer

13. HOW TO GET CERTIFIED Register at www.icpm.biz for a guest account.www.icpm.biz Apply online for the CM certification to confirm eligibility.eligibility Select a study format: individual self-study, instructor- facilitated online, or group classroom study. Pay program fees online or by phone.fees Prepare to take and complete all 3 CM Competency exams within 15 months. Applicants that pass CM exams will be awarded the CM certification. exams

14. HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE CM EXAMS CM Study Materials 90 hours of training in 3 modules 3 custom published CM study manuals e-Learning Center of study resources practice exams (timed and feedback)

15. WHAT CONTENT DOES CM COVER? Management functions Managing vs. leading Ethics & social responsibility Managing globally Managing for sustainability Communication Decision making Information technology Business law/risk management Economic systems Organizational culture Planning and strategy Operations management Project management High performance teams Human resource management Managing diversity Coaching & feedback Networking & mentoring Running effective meetings Leading effectively Motivation Managing change Conflict and negotiation Managing misbehavior Time + stress management Operations control Quality management Financial management Budgeting

16. WHAT DOES CM CERTIFICATION COST? Option 1: Bundle Pricing $745 The Bundle allows you to save more than $50 off the cost of the CM program. It includes everything needed to become certified: CM application fee 3 CM study manuals 3 CM certification exams ICPM Online Learning Center Access Option 2: Application and Exam Fees Only $495 For customers who don’t need (or want) the CM study manuals. Includes: CM application fee 3 CM certification exams ICPM Online Learning Center access

17. HAVE QUESTIONS? CONTACT US Visit ICPM ‘s website www.icpm.bizwww.icpm.biz Email ICPM at icpmcm@jmu.eduicpmcm@jmu.edu Call us at 540-568-3247 Join the exclusive CM Network