Important CMP Study Group Information

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Did you know that the Convention Industry Council is now providing the CMP Exam at testing centers around the globe – ELECTRONICALLY?

What does the Handbook mean when it says that continuing education credits must relate to one of the key domain areas listed on the CMP International Standards?

What books do you need? ***VERY IMPORTANT TO KNOW AS THERE IS A NEW EDITION BEING RELEASED IN OCTOBER***
  
When will the Study Group meet?
  
How much do you have to read?

What are the registration steps and the deadlines?
 
If you are considering sitting for the exam in November 2013, download and review the CMP Application and Handbook from www.conventionindustry.org.
 
Application submission period is May 14-July 30, 2013.

Make a copy of your blank application and use this as a draft. Keep a list of questions that arise. You will need to secure proof of memberships, contact hour credit information, and copies of college diplomas or transcripts. DO NOT DELAY STARTING ON THIS PROCESS!

Cost Estimate:   
Application Submission Fee: $225
Exam Registration Fee: $450
The Convention Industry Council Manual, 8th Edition: $65.95
NOTE: The CIC Manual 9th edition is being released in October 2013 but not used as study material until the second quarter 2014 exam.
Professional Meeting Management 5th edition: $79.95
The Convention Industry Council International Manual: $79.95
APEX Glossary: $35.00

Study group:   
KCMPI member: $50
Non-Member: $100
    
Questions??? Contact:
Lorie Salts, CMP, at lsalts@helmsbriscoe.com or 913-735-5073.
Diane Miller, CMP, at dmiller@nazarene.org or 913-577-0613.
Annie Rector, CMP, at annisa.rector@yahoo.com or 816-694-8966.

KCMPI has seasoned veteran planners that will help you fill out the application. Individual meetings will be set as everyone’s application will be different.