Certification
Currently, the Central Florida chapter has more than 25 CPSMs.
SMPS Central Florida has a long history of supporting our members who want to pursue becoming a Certified Professional Services Marketer. For several years, we have offered a series of CPSM Study Groups to prepare candidates for the certification exam. The chapter also offers an annual scholarship to repay the cost of the application and examination fees for one eligible candidate. As a result, our chapter has one of the highest percentages of CPSMs per total membership of any chapter in the country.
If you are interested in learning more about the CPSM test process, scholarship details, or want to be involved in a future study group, please contact:
Co-Director of Education
MICAELA RISELING, CPSM
Marketing
RLF
4750 New Broad Street
Orlando, FL 32814
(407) 730-8600
mar@rlfae.com
The Society's certification program seeks to enhance the professional standing of professional services marketers with their employers, their peers and the public.
The Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM) is recognized as an individual who has met a rigorous standard of experience and expertise in marketing professional services and who agrees to adhere to the ethics and responsibilities of the profession as outlined in the CPSM Code of Ethics.
Objectives
Raise the professional standards and stature of the professional practice.
- Encourage self-assessment by offering guidelines for achievement in the profession.
- Identify and award recognition to persons who have demonstrated knowledge of the practice and related disciplines through a test of basic competency.
- Increase recognition for the profession and the industry.
- Influence the future direction of the profession.
Eligibility
A bachelors degree plus four years of experience in marketing or business development for firms in the built and natural environment.
OR
Without a degree, eight years of experience in marketing or business development for firms in the built and natural environment.
Must pledge to abide by the CPSM Code of Ethics
The 3 Step Process
- Complete the application
- Sit for the examination
- Maintain the designation through continuing education and active participation in the profession.
Why Earn Your CPSM?
- Demonstrate your commitment to professional growth and development
- Take advantage of SMPS's educational resources.
- Build relationships with your fellow marketers.
- Gain self-confidence in your abilities.
- Validate your knowledge.
- Benchmark your success.
- Enjoy widespread recognition of professional excellence.
- Study current trends in strategic marketing, planning, market research, plan implementation, business development and promotion.
- Enhance your credibility with your employers, clients and peers.
- Earn a respected professional designation in an industry that rewards certification.
Related Links
| SMPS National Website - CPSM Certification Information Get all the details and forms needed at the SMPS National website |
Scholarship Opportunity Available
The SMPS Central Florida Chapter is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for our annual CPSM (Certified Professional Services Marketer) Scholarship! The chosen recipient will receive a $525 cash scholarship to cover all required application and exam fees.
Deadline: Complete Application & 500-Word Essay Due January 25, 2013
Qualifications:
- Meet CPSM National Eligibility Requirements stated above
- SMPS member (one-year minimum) with participation on the board or committee
- Must participate in chapter study group sessions
- Must take the CPSM exam within three months of last study group session
- Candidate can only apply if their employer will not reimburse exam fees
Forms and application details available for downlad here.
