Advancing the
credit profession
Advancing the credit profession
Welcome to the Chartered
Institute of Credit Management
If you are serious in furthering
your career in credit management,
being a member is essential.
Andrew Barbaro FCICM
What we do
As the largest recognised professional body in the world for the credit
profession, CICM’s reason for being is to advance the credit profession.
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We help individuals and organisations of all sizes manage credit and maximise cash
collection efficiently and professionally, in an increasingly challenging business
environment.
We put our members and the credit community at the centre of everything we do.
As the trusted leader and expert in credit management, we provide our members and
the credit community with support, advice, connections and career development.
Through our work networks and collaboration with other bodies, we provide the
credit profession (members and beyond) with a strong and influential collective
voice to steer government policy and direction.
Through a comprehensive programme of publications, advice service, conferences, events and
webinars, qualifications and workshops, we keep the credit profession up-to-date and equipped
to meet the demands of the crucial role they perform in modern business.
Advancing careers
ADVANCING THE CREDIT PROFESSION
Why join? Your CICM membership
CICM is with you all the way.
Whether you are just starting out in your credit career, or are a leader with
25 years’ experience, there is a CICM membership tailored to your needs,
giving you the recognition your deserve and the support you need.
Studying Member
Affiliate (open to all)
Associate (ACICM)
Member (MCICM, MCICM(Grad))
Fellow (FCICM)
To find out more about our membership levels, and which
one is for you, go to our website cicm.com/membership-types
or call us on 01780 722900.
I have been able to connect with
so many people across varied
industries, but all working towards
the same goal.
Molly Kane ACICM
Join today
Enhance your knowledge, credibility and earning potential.
Advancing skills
The CICM Credit Academy:
The CICM Credit Academy delivers internationally
recognised qualifications and training.
Choose your subject:
Credit and Collections
Money and Debt Advice
Enforcement
Choose your level:
Level 2: the fundamental skills and knowledge for credit
professionals working in operational roles.
level 3: the benchmark for credit professionals working in
senior operational roles.
Level 5: for those working in or aspiring to credit and
collections management, strategic/managerial level.
CICM Qualifications:
Enhance your professional career, credibility, earning
potential and credit knowledge by studying for an
Ofqual regulated CICM qualification.
The Credit Academy offers study methods
to suit all learning styles and budgets.
For more information, go to our website cicm.com, or
call us for a chat on 01780 722900. Our friendly team are
here to help.
Elizabeth Lack ACICM
I have enjoyed studying CICM qualifications so
far and will continue to do so to reach Level 5.
The communication with CICM has been perfect;
if I have any questions or queries, they are
always answered professionally & promptly.
Peter Haigh (Studying Member)
It really is a worthwhile course and
it has really helped develop myself
personally, and I can bring the
knowledge I’ve learnt into my day-today
role.
Advancing skills
ADVANCING THE CREDIT PROFESSION
Training:
The Credit Academy delivers training to organisations
worldwide for an immediate impact on performance.
Topics covered:
All levels and functions of credit management and
collections, including:
Credit Control & Collections | Credit Risk | Litigation | Financial
Export | Management | General Business | Industry Specific
Our programmes can be tailored to ensure they are relevant to your business
needs and objectives. Our expert trainers are specialists in their field, and
ready to share their knowledge and experience, tips, tools and techniques to
improve the effectiveness of your team.
I believe the knowledge hub is a great
support for anyone willing to improve
and hone their skills in our industry.
Massimo Lepri MCICM
Apprenticeships:
Receive funding from the government
to help train your credit apprentice. You
do not need to hire a new member of
staff to benefit from the apprenticeship
programme, it applies to new and
existing employees and are a great way
to grow talent within your organisation.
Talk to us to find out more
call 01780 722900.
Advancing best practice
Working with organisations:
The support you need and the recognition you deserve
CICM Training: Covering all credit topics, delivered by experts, linked
to CICM qualifications and tailored to your needs.
Development Partnerships: Whatever your organisation size, we
have a partnership offer to develop your credit capability and
effectiveness. We will find the best development solutions for you,
and tailor our offer accordingly, recommending the right mix of
informal and formal development for teams and individuals.
CICMQ: Formal recognition of your organisation’s commitment to
quality, continuous improvement and best practice in all things
credit. Gain the award, certificate, a comprehensive consultation
report and access to the exclusive ‘CICM Best Practice Network’ of
CICMQ organisations.
Centre of Excellence: Our highest accolade, we award this
accreditation to organisations who meet criteria based on best
practice, continuous improvement, a continuing professional
development culture and your contribution to the credit community.
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Partnerships
CICMQ
Centre of
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How we can
work with you
and your
organisation
Work with CICM at organisation level to benefit from:
CICM education specialists to recommend pathways, and review progress
Significant savings on CICM programmes and individual membership
Opportunities to set/reinforce quality standards
Access to online learning, resources and workshops
Boosts to morale and higher staff retention
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The Chartered Institute of Credit
Management has been an
active part of my biggest career
successes.
Steve Thomson FCICM
Advancing connections
ADVANCING THE CREDIT PROFESSION
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Credit
Management
magazine
Webinars
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and your membership.
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My membership has enhanced my
profession in a job that I love and I
am passionate about.
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ADVANCING THE CREDIT PROFESSION
01780 722900
info@cicm.com
www.cicm.com
Chartered Institute of Credit Management
The Water Mill, Station Road, South Luffenham
OAKHAM, LE15 8NB