Who can I contact if I have questions about courses?
You can contact our Learning Programs Coordinator- rworsfold@thecma.ca
How many electives do I need to take?
You only need to take one elective course, after you complete your three core courses and before the summit course.
How long will it take to complete all of the courses?
You have 5 years to complete all courses but this can be achieved in as little as 2 years.
How do the rest of the courses differ from the prep course?
The prep course is a self-paced course that offers an important introduction to the program, whereas the courses that follow have live instructors who are experienced, practising marketers. These courses have various assessments, and provide ways to interact with peers i.e. discussion boards and live webinar. They are offered on a semesterly basis
Do I need to purchase textbooks for any of the courses?
All of our courses are offered 100% online so you do not need to purchase any additional materials
What is the prep course and why do I need to take it?
The prep course is a self-paced course that helps level-set your knowledge ahead of the rest of the program. You will go through 6 modules, all with multiple-choice quizzes, and finish with a multiple-choice final exam. You are given 8 weeks to complete the course, however, many of our learners finish the course in 15-20
How many courses do I need to take to obtain the CM designation?
The program is comprised of 6 courses- the prep course, three applied marketing core courses, one specialization elective course, and the summit course.
