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How do I earn the CCIM designation?

There are currently two programs to earn the CCIM designation:

General Candidacy Program

In order to gain the CCIM Designation under the general Candidacy program, individuals are required to:

  • Become a candidate of the Institute.
  • Successfully complete all four core courses (CI 101, CI 102, CI 103, and CI 104).
  • Either the Preparing to Negotiate e-learning course or the two day Advanced Negotiations Skills workshop.
  • Earn two electives.
  • Prepare and submit the Portfolio of Qualifying Experience.
  • Pass the Comprehensive Examination.

Fast Track Program

This accelerated program is offered exclusively to professionals who have earned one of the industry’s other preeminent designations: AACI, CLO, CMB, CRF, CPM, CRE, FRI, MAI/SRPA, RPA, SIOR. Under these guidelines individuals are required to:

  • Become a fast track candidate
  • Complete the four core courses (CI 101-104)
  • Pass the Comprehensive Exam.

Please note that you have 24 months to complete the Fast Track Program.