Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)

Issued by Events Industry Council

A Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) demonstrates current expertise in the best practices of event management. CMPs are uniquely qualified to set the direction for all decisions about an event. CMPs uphold a code of ethics and maintain exemplary standards of professional conduct.

Type Certification
Level Intermediate
Time Years
Cost Paid

Additional Details

Skills

Earning Criteria

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE – CHOOSE 1 OF 3 OPTIONS; Option 1: 36 months of experience; Option 2: 24 months of experience and an industry degree; Option 3: 36 months as an educational instructor
CONTINUING EDUCATION – CHOOSE 1 of 2 OPTIONS; Option 1: 25 clock hours of educational activities; Option 2: Industry Internship
PASS THE CMP CERTIFICATION EXAM – 3.5 hours exam; 165 questions, computer-based multiple-choice assessment based on the CMP-IS
RENEW EVERY FIVE YEARS - ongoing professional experience and continuing education

Standards

CMP International Standards

The CMP International Standards (CMP-IS) are the body of knowledge for the Certified Meeting Professional program and examination. The CMP-IS defines and categorizes the skills, competencies and abilities an individual needs in order to be successful in the profession.