Application for Certified Meeting
Professional (CMP)® Certification

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Please provide your legal name as it appears on your driver's license, passport or other official identification.
MR. MS. MRS. DR. OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY):
NAME:
OTHER CERTIFICATIONS/DESIGNATIONS:

In the space provided below, please provide your primary contact information. The CMP Network SA will use the information provided to contact you regarding your application status and all other future communications.

NOTE: Insert the email address provided to you by the CMP Network SA

PRIMARY CONTACT INFORMATION

HOME WORK

TITLE: ORGANISATION:
MAILING ADDRESS:
CITY: STATE/PROVINCE: ZIP/POSTAL CODE:
COUNTRY: PHONE: e.g. +27 (0)11 784 5668
EMAIL*: FAX:
* NOTE: Insert your surname with initial of first name @cmpnetworksa.co.za

PLANNER / SUPPLIER CATEGORY

Choose one planner or supplier category from below.

Planner Categories: (Select the job type which best describes your current employment as a planner)

ASSOCIATION CORPORATE 3RD PARTY/DMC GOVERNMENT INDEPENDENT/CONSULTANT
INSURANCE/FINANCIAL MEDICALRELIGIOUS NON-PROFIT OTHER

Supplier Categories: (Select the job type which best describes your current employment as a supplier)

AIRLINE AUDIO VISUAL CONFERENCE CENTRE CRUISE LINE/YACHT CHARTER
CONVENTION SERVICES MANAGER CVB CATERING/RESTAURANT DMC/GROUND OPERATOR
ENTERTAINMENT TRAVEL EXHIBIT/DECORATING HOTEL SALES HOTEL SERVICE
STAGING/PRODUCTION SPEAKERS BUREAU OTHER

SECTION I - PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE IN THE MEETING, EVENT, EXHIBITION AND HOSPITALITY/TOURISM INDUSTRY

Please refer to page 6 of the CMP Handbook for complete instructions and guidelines. Meeting, event, exhibition and hospitality/tourism industry, hereinafter referred to as "industry".

Applicant must meet one (1) of the following requirements for professional experience in the industry:

Option 1: PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
I am currently or recently employed (within the previous twelve (12) months) in the industry with a minimum of 36 months work experience
as outlined below.

Option 2: PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
I am currently or recently employed (within the previous twelve (12) months) in the industry with a minimum of 24 months qualifying work
experience, AND, I hold a bachelor's degree or international equivalent in meeting/tourism/event management, and I have attached
documentation of my degree.

NAME OF INSTITUTION:
ADDRESS:
DEGREE EARNED: DATE RECEIVED:
CONCENTRATION / MAJOR:

Option 3: PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE IN ACADEMIA:
Please refer to page 8 of the CMP Handbook for an example of experience.
I am a full-time instructor of meeting, event, exhibition or hospitality/tourism management at an educational institution or university
program with 36 months of full-time experience in academia

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE IN MEETING AND EVENT MANAGEMENT

JOB TITLE:
NAME OF ORGANISATION/COMPANY:
TYPE OF ORGANISATION/COMPANY:
START/END DATE: FROM:
TO: TOTAL MONTHS*:
*
(Months are counted as 1st of the month to 1st of the next month.)
JOB DESCRIPTION / DUTIES:

JOB TITLE:
NAME OF ORGANISATION/COMPANY:
TYPE OF ORGANISATION/COMPANY:
START/END DATE: FROM:
TO: TOTAL MONTHS*:
*
(Months are counted as 1st of the month to 1st of the next month.)
JOB DESCRIPTION / DUTIES:

JOB TITLE:
NAME OF ORGANISATION/COMPANY:
TYPE OF ORGANISATION/COMPANY:
START/END DATE: FROM:
TO: TOTAL MONTHS*:
*
(Months are counted as 1st of the month to 1st of the next month.)
JOB DESCRIPTION / DUTIES:

JOB TITLE:
NAME OF ORGANISATION/COMPANY:
TYPE OF ORGANISATION/COMPANY:
START/END DATE: FROM:
TO: TOTAL MONTHS*:
*
(Months are counted as 1st of the month to 1st of the next month.)
JOB DESCRIPTION / DUTIES:

TOTAL MONTHS IN MEETING AND EVENT MANAGEMENT TOTAL:
See additional meeting and event positions attached.

SECTION II - INTERNSHIP OR CONTINUING EDUCATION

Please refer to page 7 of the CMP Handbook for complete instructions and guidelines.

Applicant must have completed one (1) of the following qualifying professional development activities:

An industry internship consisting of a minimum of 200 hours of work experience.

Twenty-five (25) clock hours of continuing education (within the last five (5) years).

INDUSTRY INTERNSHIP

TITLE OF INTERNSHIP PROGRAM:
FOCUS OF INTERNSHIP:
PARTICIPATING ORGANISATION:
NAME OF EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION, UNIVERSITY
OR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (THIRD LEVEL):
ADDRESS/PROVINCE/COUNTRY:
FACULTY ADVISOR NAME:
INTERNSHIP DATES: FROM: TO:
I have attached documentation of my internship.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

To receive credit for Continuing Education, a minimum of 25 clock hours of continuing education must be completed.

SESSION /COURSE TITLE:
CMP BLUEPRINT SECTION:
PROGRAM SPONSOR/PROVIDER:
LOCATION (CITY/PROVINCE, STATE, COUNTRY) : DATE: CLOCK HOUR(S):

SESSION /COURSE TITLE:
CMP BLUEPRINT SECTION:
PROGRAM SPONSOR/PROVIDER:
LOCATION (CITY/PROVINCE, STATE, COUNTRY) : DATE: CLOCK HOUR(S):

SESSION /COURSE TITLE:
CMP BLUEPRINT SECTION:
PROGRAM SPONSOR/PROVIDER:
LOCATION (CITY/PROVINCE, STATE, COUNTRY) : DATE: CLOCK HOUR(S):

SESSION /COURSE TITLE:
CMP BLUEPRINT SECTION:
PROGRAM SPONSOR/PROVIDER:
LOCATION (CITY/PROVINCE, STATE, COUNTRY) : DATE: CLOCK HOUR(S):

SESSION /COURSE TITLE:
CMP BLUEPRINT SECTION:
PROGRAM SPONSOR/PROVIDER:
LOCATION (CITY/PROVINCE, STATE, COUNTRY) : DATE: CLOCK HOUR(S):

SESSION /COURSE TITLE:
CMP BLUEPRINT SECTION:
PROGRAM SPONSOR/PROVIDER:
LOCATION (CITY/PROVINCE, STATE, COUNTRY) : DATE: CLOCK HOUR(S):

SESSION /COURSE TITLE:
CMP BLUEPRINT SECTION:
PROGRAM SPONSOR/PROVIDER:
LOCATION (CITY/PROVINCE, STATE, COUNTRY) : DATE: CLOCK HOUR(S):

SESSION /COURSE TITLE:
CMP BLUEPRINT SECTION:
PROGRAM SPONSOR/PROVIDER:
LOCATION (CITY/PROVINCE, STATE, COUNTRY) : DATE: CLOCK HOUR(S):

SESSION /COURSE TITLE:
CMP BLUEPRINT SECTION:
PROGRAM SPONSOR/PROVIDER:
LOCATION (CITY/PROVINCE, STATE, COUNTRY) : DATE: CLOCK HOUR(S):

SESSION /COURSE TITLE:
CMP BLUEPRINT SECTION:
PROGRAM SPONSOR/PROVIDER:
LOCATION (CITY/PROVINCE, STATE, COUNTRY) : DATE: CLOCK HOUR(S):

SESSION /COURSE TITLE:
CMP BLUEPRINT SECTION:
PROGRAM SPONSOR/PROVIDER:
LOCATION (CITY/PROVINCE, STATE, COUNTRY) : DATE: CLOCK HOUR(S):

SESSION /COURSE TITLE:
CMP BLUEPRINT SECTION:
PROGRAM SPONSOR/PROVIDER:
LOCATION (CITY/PROVINCE, STATE, COUNTRY) : DATE: CLOCK HOUR(S):

TOTAL CLOCK HOURS FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION (MINIMUM REQUIRED 25) Total:
See additional continuing education attached

SECTION III - AGREEMENT AND PAYMENT

A. AGREEMENT

Applicants must complete the checklist below. Use only blue or black ink to complete this application or type the information. If your application is not legible, it will not be processed. Do not fax the CMP application. Faxed applications will not be accepted. If you have not signed your application and enclosed the required documentation and correct fees-your application will not be processed.

CHECK IF YOU HAVE:
Fulfilled the minimum requirements of the CMP application
Read the CMP Candidate Handbook
Completed the application in its entirety
Initialled each page and signed the application
Enclosed documentation in the form of an official course outline or syllabus to receive credit for full- time teaching at an educational
institution or university program, if applicable
Enclosed a completed professional resume/curriculum vitae
Enclosed a copy of your educational institution or university transcript or diploma in meeting/tourism/hospitality management with a
translation of the degree or diploma if not presented in English
Enclosed a letter from faculty advisor of internship, if applicable
Enclosed documentation for each continuing education component
Enclosed any additional sheets used to complete application questions
Made a photocopy of the completed application for your own records
Enclosed the application fee
Enclosed a self-addressed, stamped postcard/envelope to receive confirmation that your application was received

APPLICANT AGREES THAT: (Check each item)

I agree to be bound by the CIC/CMP policies and procedures as outlined in the CMP Candidate Handbook
I pledge to adhere to the CMP standards of conduct and understand that my CMP status and my right to use the CMP trademark may be
revoked
It is my responsibility to ensure that the application and documentation are received by the CMP Network prior to the published deadline.
Should this application be received after the deadline, it will not be reviewed until the next application period
I certify that all the information contained in this application is accurate and truthful
I understand that additional information may be requested to complete my application review
I understand that all of the information I have provided herein may be verified and I authorise such verification
If certified, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the Convention Industry Council (CIC), and understand if I ever fail to
maintain or have revoked my CMP status, I must immediately cease referring to myself as a Certified Meeting Professional and must stop
using CMP or the Certified Meeting Professional trademark in any manner
I agree, if certified, to be listed in the online CMP Directory

SIGNATURE:
Before signing, please review your application for any errors or omissions. Application must be signed in order to be processed.


NAME: SIGNATURE: DATE:

Copyright © 2009 Convention Industry Council

CERTIFIED MEETING PROFESSIONAL and CMP are the certification marks of the Convention Industry Council, Inc.
Convention Industry Council and CIC are servicemarks registered at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

B. PAYMENT

Please select one of the payment methods found below.

The CMP application fee must be submitted with the completed application by cheque or paid online (EFT) prior to the application submission.

Amount R1985.00 South African Rands

EFT: Date paid : CMP Network SA Acc No 62253404372 Bank: FNB Code: 250137 Account: Cheque

Payment by cheque (enclosed and made payable to CMP Network SA)
Name on cheque: Cheque number:

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Before submitting, check that all required attachments are enclosed and submitted in English. Return completed application form, attachments and application submission fee to:

CMP Network South Africa
Email : applications@cmpnetworksa.co.za
Tel: +27 (0)11 326 4000
Mobile: +27 (0)82 820 5382
Website: www.cmpnetworksa.co.za

Note: Before processing the application fee - check first with the CMP Network re the package deals available.
The CMP Network SA has a cost effective package, which provides - from A to Z - the best choices for an effective CMP status attainment. Check the significant inclusions on the website or enquire info@cmpnetworksa.co.za for the details.