CMP, CGMP – Are these the designations your were looking for? Jim Cacabelos, CMP, CGMP

Agenda CMP and CGMP Introduction The CMP Process Convention Industry Standards (CIS) Exam Preparation The CGMP Process Sample EXAM!!!

What is CIC? The Convention Industry Council (CIC) is a federation of 33 national and international associations representing all aspects of the meeting, convention, and exhibition industry. INCLUDING SGMP. The CIC owns and administers the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) certification.

Certified Meeting Professional  (CMP  ) Certification Program “Governed “ and administered by the CIC Not an individual membership, but a professional designation CMP is owned and managed by the CIC. CIC member organizations provide study groups for CMP preparation Follows best certification practices

The CMP History Began in 1985 by The Convention Liaison Council Always “Certified Meeting PROFESSIONAL”, not planner Began as a response to increase the professionalism of meeting managers Only industry certification endorsed by all 33 CIC member organizations

CMP Program Goals Identify a body of knowledge Establish the level of knowledge and performance required for certification Stimulate the advancement of the art and science of meeting management Provide unique networking opportunities for those involved in the program

CMP Program Goals Continued… Increase the value of practitioners Recognize and raise industry standards, practices and ethics Maximize the value received from the products and services provided by CMPs

CMP Benefits Authority to use the CMP designation on Letterhead, Business Cards, etc. Global Recognition Professional Development Personal Achievement / Competitive Advantage Newsletter Subscriptions Network of Fellow CMPs

CMP Statistics Over 12,000 CMP’s worldwide out of 103,500 individual members of CIC Organizations 55 countries represented Majority (70%) are planners Suppliers and other industry professionals welcomed

The CMP Process 1.Fill out the online application and submit to CIC for approval 2. Receive approval notification from CIC (within 6-8 weeks of application) 3. Pay exam fee to CIC 4. Schedule your exam date with Prometric 5. Sit for the CMP Exam (within one year of receiving approval)

Completing the Application Make a copy of application, do a draft Submit completed original application to CIC along with required documentation & application fee NEW – online submission can be done at any time 24/7/365

Application Requirements A minimum of three years work experience in meeting management Responsibility and accountability for the successful completion of meetings Industry internship consisting of a minimum of 200 hours of work experience in last 5 yrs OR 25 Continuing Education Hours in CIS Domains

Eligibility Application submission fee valid for one calendar year. Candidates have one calendar year from the time they are approved to take and pass the exam. Calendar Year starts as soon as CIC notifies applicants of their approval to take the exam.

Exam Deadlines You may take the CMP Exam at any of the four windows of time the CMP Test is offered Jan 22-31, 2015 May 7-16, 2015* August 6-15, 2015 November 5-14, 2015* *Includes CMP-HC testing

Program Fees – US $ Application Submission Fee = $250 (US), non-refundable Exam Registration Fee = $450 (US)

Study Resources CIC Manual, 9 th Edition - $99.95 Professional Meetings Management 6 th Edition- $110 APEX Industry Glossary - $35.00

Study Groups Independent from CIC Groups can be self-led or professionally facilitated Cost and frequency of meetings depends on the group Study group guidelines are available on CIC website Many study groups offer a weekend immersion course for study tips guidelines

CIS- Convention Industry Standards 10 knowledge based areas called “Domains” 30 “Skills” defined tasks under the 10 Domains 106 “Sub Skills” Specific functions needed to perform the skill For example:

CIS- Convention Industry Standards Domain A Strategic Planning: 3 skills - 24 total questions on the Exam Skill 1 Manage Strategic Plan for Meeting or Event: 6-8 questions 5 Sub Skills Skill 2 Develop Sustainability Plan for Meeting or Event 9-11 questions 2 Sub Skills Skill 3 Develop Business Continuity or Long-Term Viability Plan of Meeting or Event 4 sub skills

CIS- Convention Industry Standards Skill 1 Manage Strategic Plan for Meeting or Event Sub skill 1.01 = Develop Mission Statement, Goals and Objectives of Meeting or Event Sub skill 1.02 = Determine Feasibility of Meeting or Event Sub skill 1.03 = Determine requirements to carry out meeting or event Sub skill 1.04 = Develop Financial Summary Sub skill 1.05 = Monitor Strategic Plan

CIS- Convention Industry Standards Domain B – Project Management Domain C – Risk Management Domain D – Financial Management Domain E – Human Resources Domain F – Stakeholder Management Domain G – Meeting or Event Design Domain H – Site Management Domain I – Marketing Domain J - Professionalism

Study Tips Purchase both the CIC Manual, 9 th edition and Professional Meeting Management 6 th edition CIC does NOT endorse “sample tests” for candidates other than the on-line practice tests available for purchase from CIC website.

Exam Info Exam items undergo review process - CMP item writers, the CMP Board of Directors Exam Committee & the testing agency Items measure competency and skill Writing & reviewing questions ongoing process to keep exam current

Exam Info Each test comprised of a new selection from the CMP “Item Bank” CMP “Item Bank,” is a database of test questions prepared by CMPs at CMP Conclaves Exam is designed to measure competency rather than academic excellence Exam is scored as either pass or fail

Test Format and Score 165 multiple choice items (questions) 3 1/2 hours * You may comment on items Computer Based Testing at Prometric Test Center Instant feedback on pass or fail

Recertification Initial certification is valid for five years Complete a recertification application CMPs who recertify on time, do not have to take another exam to be recertified! Based on continued employment, education and professional contributions

Certified Government Meeting Professional  (CGMP  ) CGMP is owned and managed by SGMP. Not an individual membership, but a professional designation CGMP Test is offered at least 2-3 times annually - once at NEC and other times as scheduled.

CGMP History SGMP recognized a certification was needed specifically designed for planners and suppliers whose work is governed by the rules and regulations of the federal government. Developed in 2005 as joint program between SGMP and the Graduate School at USDA SGMP took the CGMP over from the Graduate School and is now solely responsible for the content, the classes, and the examination CGMP Handbook was revised

CGMP Benefits Earn highest designation available specific to government meeting professionals Possess clear and thorough understanding of rules and regulations affecting government meetings Increase exposure/importance of the government market within the meetings profession

CGMP Requirements SGMP Member in Good Standing for six months SGMP Member who has more than one year of experience in the hospitality industry

The CGMP Process 1.Register for an upcoming CGMP Course 2/10-13/2015 Lansing, MI 4/25-28/2015 Minneapolis, MN (NEC) 2. Pay $500 CGMP Class and Exam Fee 3. Purchase $95 Required CGMP Manual 4. Pass the CGMP Exam

The CGMP Process 5. GET REIMBURSED! SGMP Can reimburse planner and supplier members up to $250 for the CGMP Exam fees, under certain conditions, after they pass the exam. Like for example:

The CGMP Process Member of Good Standing for at least one year Board Member Committee Chair Active Committee Involvement such as: contribution of newsletter articles program presentations

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THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING! GO HAWKS!!! Jim Cacabelos, CMP, CGMP (253) x 3005