Fully funded CM Scholarship (valued at more than $8,000) and comprehensive job search coaching given to 100+ marketers to unlock their full potential!
Chartered Marketer designation - Fully funded by the Canadian Government through the Digital Marketing Skills Canada initiative
The Digital Marketing Skills Canada (DMSC) initiative allows marketers who are unemployed or working part-time to improve their skills and differentiate themselves in a competitive job market by benefitting from a fully funded scholarship to complete the Chartered Marketer (CM) program.
The new initiative eases financial barrier and help Canadian marketers, particularly those from underserved communities, to attain their greatest potential. At the CMA, we are committed to future-proofing marketers and building Canada’s next generation of senior marketing talent.
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Why Get the CM Designation:
Join the CM Community: Become part of a growing and credible network of marketing professionals across Canada and build connections with like-minded peers while getting access to these CM Holder Benefits.
Expert-Designed Curriculum: Developed with leading industry experts and educators, this comprehensive and immersive curriculum covers core marketing topics like research and insights, financial management, campaign development, and marketing technologies to supercharge your skills.
Competitive Edge: With Canada’s only professional marketing designation, you will gain a substantial edge in the fiercely competitive job market and well-recognised with employers and the broader business community across all provinces.
Fast-Track Your Success: Complete the comprehensive CM program in just 7 weeks and get your CM designation. We have new cohorts starting every week.
Exclusive CMA Support: Gain unparalleled support throughout your job search journey with access to personalized coaching on expert interviewing techniques, resume crafting, emotional intelligence, LinkedIn and more.
CMA Membership: You will also receive a complimentary CMA membership for one year and get access to networking events.
Showcase Your Talent: The CMA will actively showcase our DMSC program graduates to potential employers using our extensive network, making sure you have the connections needed to land new opportunities or well-deserved promotions.
Scholarship Eligibility:
- Currently unemployed or underemployed
- 3-12 years of marketing experience with demonstrated career progression
- Keen on continuous skill advancement and highly motivated to find a job and become a senior marketing professional
- Fluent in English
- Legally eligible to work in Canada
- Work permit holders should have at least one year left in the permit when starting the program
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Instructors and coaches
Susan McVey
Professor, School of Marketing at Seneca Polytechnic and George Brown College
Annette Filler
Career Management Coach & Talent Advisor
Jeffrey O'leary
Vice President Finance, Canadian Marketing Association
Richard Toker
President, Branderos Inc.
Wendy Boyd
Managing Partner, AM360
Vicki Waschkowski
Founder, Hook Marketing
Ian McGinty
Principal, Ian McGinty and Associates
Jennifer Campbell
Director, Master of Management Analytics at Smith School of Business, Queen’s University
In today’s dynamic marketing landscape, the pace of technological innovation and shifting consumer preferences requires marketers to constantly learn, evolve, and embrace change to stay relevant and effective.
Mame Serwah Saifah, CM, DMSC Graduate
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