Career Details

Certified Mail Manager

Description

The In-Plant Printing and Mailing Association's (IPMA) Certified Mail Manager (CMM) designation establishes a professional standard of proficiency for the in-house mail management profession. Certification is achieved through demonstrated management experience, professionalism and successful completion of a comprehensive examination.

Certifying Organization

In-Plant Printing and Mailing Association

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

Certificates

Certificate name

Certified Mail and Distribution Systems Manager

Certifying Organization

Mail Systems Management Association

Type

B - Advanced

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