Certified in Management (CIM)

The CIM | Chartered Managers Canada has been Canada’s management certification, accreditation, and professional development leader since 1942.

The association’s internationally recognized professional designations, Certified in Management (C.I.M.®) and Chartered Manager (C.Mgr.®), allow professionals to be identified as the most competent, knowledgeable, and insightful business leaders in their industries.

When you become a member, you gain access to a vast professional network with a wealth of knowledge, support, mentorship and much more to advance your management career.

Certified in Management (CIM)

Chartered Manager (C.Mgr.)

The Certified in Management (C.I.M.) designation recognizes professionals who have demonstrated competency in core management principles, including leadership, strategic decision-making, financial and operational management, and effective communication.

The Chartered Manager (C.Mgr.) is a highly respected designation, recognized globally as the highest form of acknowledgment for seasoned managers. It signifies advanced leadership skills, practical management expertise, and a long-term dedication to maintaining professional excellence.

Graduates of National Chartered Managers Association (NCMA) Professionally Accredited programs may satisfy the academic requirements for both Certified in Management (C.I.M.) and Chartered Manager (C.Mgr.) designations and can pursue either after meeting other professional requirements established by CIM | Chartered Managers Canada.

More information about C.I.M.

Important notes

The University of Alberta’s Management Development Diploma is professionally accredited by the National Chartered Managers Association (NCMA), the education accreditation body of CIM | Chartered Managers Canada.
Completing the Management Development Diploma satisfies the academic requirements of the Chartered Management Program (CMP) and provides a pathway toward the Certified in Management (C.I.M.®) or Chartered Manager (C.Mgr.®) designation, subject to meeting the remaining professional requirements.
Students enrolled in the Management Development Diploma receive complimentary Associate Membership (student) with CIM | Chartered Managers Canada.
- Student Associate Members are provided access to professional development opportunities, networking events, and exclusive member benefits offered by CIM.
Designation information in this profile may change without notice. Please contact the regulatory organization or visit the organization’s website for the latest updates before making any career decisions.