PCMA To Launch Updated Certified Meeting Professional (CMP®) Online Prep™ Course

PCMA To Launch Updated Certified Meeting Professional (CMP®) Online Prep™ Course PCMA to Align All CMP® Educational Tools and Courses With New Material in CIC Manual, 8th Edition.
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Jack Tillar Named GM of PGI Canada PGI appointed Jack Tillar to general manager of ... GEP Opens A New Office In Europe Global Events Partners opens a new office in Europe and appoints Sigrun Sigurdardottir ... Bellevue, Washington’s Convention Sales Group Hires New Convention Sales Manager To Expand Convention Business The Bellevue Convention Sales Group announced the hiring of Kristin Berry as ... ICCA Middle East Research, Sales & Marketing Programme To Be Held In Dubai For The First Time ICCA will organise the first edition of this new education and networking event, specifically targeted at the Middle East, from 25-27 August in Dubai. ICCA Middle East Research, Sales & Marketing Programme To Be Held In Dubai For The First Time ICCA will organise the first edition of this new education and networking event, specifically targeted at the Middle East, from 25-27 August in Dubai. CIC Appoints New APEX Director The Convention Industry Council appoints Susan M. Tinnish as the Director of the Accepted Practices Exchange (APEX) program. CIC Appoints New APEX Director The Convention Industry Council appoints Susan M. Tinnish as the Director of the Accepted Practices Exchange (APEX) program. Eventia Appoints BACD As Association Administrator Eventia contracted the British Association of Conference Destinations to provide association management and administration service. Eventia Appoints BACD As Association Administrator Eventia contracted the British Association of Conference Destinations to provide association management and administration service. MPI Builds Stronger Alliance With IMEX Meeting Professionals International involvement in IMEX grows stronger at this year’s event. MPI Builds Stronger Alliance With IMEX Meeting Professionals International involvement in IMEX grows stronger at this year’s event. MPI Builds Stronger Alliance With IMEX Meeting Professionals International involvement in IMEX grows stronger at this year’s event. Move Over Gollum IAPCO in its 40th year set out on its own quest to New Zealand! Move Over Gollum IAPCO in its 40th year set out on its own quest to New Zealand! SITE NITE: The Incentive Industry Gathers To Celebrate 35 Years SITE NITE, to be held in Chicago on 22 September 2008, the night before the opening of The Motivation Show has been designed as a time of celebration and unity. SITE NITE: The Incentive Industry Gathers To Celebrate 35 Years SITE NITE, to be held in Chicago on 22 September 2008, the night before the opening of The Motivation Show has been designed as a time of celebration and unity. EFAPCO Extends Its Global Network Julio Abreu addresses the tricky subject of “Challenges for PCOs in the 21st Century” to delegates attending the 25th Annual Congress of COCAL in Montevideo, Uruguay. EFAPCO Extends Its Global Network Julio Abreu addresses the tricky subject of “Challenges for PCOs in the 21st Century” to delegates attending the 25th Annual Congress of COCAL in Montevideo, Uruguay. EFAPCO Extends Its Global Network Julio Abreu addresses the tricky subject of “Challenges for PCOs in the 21st Century” to delegates attending the 25th Annual Congress of COCAL in Montevideo, Uruguay. Meet Europe: How To Make A Journey All Over Europe In A Single Day European Cities Marketing (ECM) organized another “Meet Europe” event, this time in Brussels, Belgium. Meet Europe: How To Make A Journey All Over Europe In A Single Day European Cities Marketing (ECM) organized another “Meet Europe” event, this time in Brussels, Belgium. MPI To Introduce New Spotme® Devices At European Meetings And Events Conference Meeting Professionals International (MPI) will introduce the award winning New Spotme devices at its European Meetings and Events Conference in London during April. MPI To Introduce New Spotme® Devices At European Meetings And Events Conference Meeting Professionals International (MPI) will introduce the award winning New Spotme devices at its European Meetings and Events Conference in London during April. MPI To Introduce New Spotme® Devices At European Meetings And Events Conference Meeting Professionals International (MPI) will introduce the award winning New Spotme devices at its European Meetings and Events Conference in London during April. MPI To Introduce New Spotme® Devices At European Meetings And Events Conference Meeting Professionals International (MPI) will introduce the award winning New Spotme devices at its European Meetings and Events Conference in London during April. MPI & ACTE Co-locate Gulf Events The Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE) is co-locating it’s Executive Forum with Meeting Professionals International’s (MPI) first Gulf Meetings and Events Conference. MPI & ACTE Co-locate Gulf Events The Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE) is co-locating it’s Executive Forum with Meeting Professionals International’s (MPI) first Gulf Meetings and Events Conference. Business Visits And Events Partnership Adds New Member Conference Centres of Excellence becomes the first new additional member of the Business Visits and Events Partnership, formerly the Business Tourism Partnership. Business Visits And Events Partnership Adds New Member Conference Centres of Excellence becomes the first new additional member of the Business Visits and Events Partnership, formerly the Business Tourism Partnership. CIC Welcomes New Member Organizations The Green Meeting Industry Council (GMIC) and the International Association of Professional Congress Organizers (IAPCO) join the Convention Industry Council (CIC). CIC Welcomes New Member Organizations The Green Meeting Industry Council (GMIC) and the International Association of Professional Congress Organizers (IAPCO) join the Convention Industry Council (CIC). AEDMC Appoints Luis Diaz As Executive Director The Spanish Association of Destination Management Companies appointed Luis Diaz to executive director. AEDMC Appoints Luis Diaz As Executive Director The Spanish Association of Destination Management Companies appointed Luis Diaz to executive director. AEDMC Appoints Luis Diaz As Executive Director The Spanish Association of Destination Management Companies appointed Luis Diaz to executive director. Eventia Launches Dedicated CSR Web Pages Eventia, the UK events industry body, announced it has developed a section on its website dedicated to supporting members in the arena of CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility). Eventia Launches Dedicated CSR Web Pages Eventia, the UK events industry body, announced it has developed a section on its website dedicated to supporting members in the arena of CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility). MPI Successfully Connects Its Global Community To The Gulf Region MPI’s first Gulf Meetings and Events Conference exceeded expectations with over 175 delegates from 19 different countries. MPI Successfully Connects Its Global Community To The Gulf Region MPI’s first Gulf Meetings and Events Conference exceeded expectations with over 175 delegates from 19 different countries. Greece Wins Bid For 2010 Athens, Greece will be the venue for the 2010 IAPCO Annual Meeting & General Assembly. Greece Wins Bid For 2010 Athens, Greece will be the venue for the 2010 IAPCO Annual Meeting & General Assembly. ICCA Publishes Top 20 Country And City Rankings 2007 U.S.A. and Vienna top country and city respectively for the third year in a row. ICCA Publishes Top 20 Country And City Rankings 2007 U.S.A. and Vienna top country and city respectively for the third year in a row. ICCA Publishes Top 20 Country And City Rankings 2007 U.S.A. and Vienna top country and city respectively for the third year in a row. ICCA Publishes Top 20 Country And City Rankings 2007 U.S.A. and Vienna top country and city respectively for the third year in a row. ICCA Publishes Top 20 Country And City Rankings 2007 U.S.A. and Vienna top country and city respectively for the third year in a row. IMEX Association Day Marked By Extended Global Influence IMEX's annual Association Day welcomed more than 270 association meeting planners to Frankfurt yesterday for a dedicated day of professional education and debate. IMEX Association Day Marked By Extended Global Influence IMEX's annual Association Day welcomed more than 270 association meeting planners to Frankfurt yesterday for a dedicated day of professional education and debate. IMEX Association Day Marked By Extended Global Influence IMEX's annual Association Day welcomed more than 270 association meeting planners to Frankfurt yesterday for a dedicated day of professional education and debate. Summer Eventia Keynote Addresses Announced The Summer Eventia will feature an exciting mix of keynote presentations, topical discussions and interactive workshops, along with a number of excellent motivational and networking activities. Summer Eventia Keynote Addresses Announced The Summer Eventia will feature an exciting mix of keynote presentations, topical discussions and interactive workshops, along with a number of excellent motivational and networking activities. ICCA’s 50th Goes To Leipzig In 2011 The 50th ICCA Congress will take place in Leipzig, Germany in the Congress Center Leipzig at the end of October/early November 2011. ICCA’s 50th Goes To Leipzig In 2011 The 50th ICCA Congress will take place in Leipzig, Germany in the Congress Center Leipzig at the end of October/early November 2011. ICCA’s 50th Goes To Leipzig In 2011 The 50th ICCA Congress will take place in Leipzig, Germany in the Congress Center Leipzig at the end of October/early November 2011. ICCA’s 50th Goes To Leipzig In 2011 The 50th ICCA Congress will take place in Leipzig, Germany in the Congress Center Leipzig at the end of October/early November 2011. IAPCO Members Report 18% Growth In Meetings Business IAPCO members enjoyed a bumper year of growth in 2007 according to the results of the latest IAPCO annual activity survey. IAPCO Members Report 18% Growth In Meetings Business IAPCO members enjoyed a bumper year of growth in 2007 according to the results of the latest IAPCO annual activity survey. IAPCO Members Report 18% Growth In Meetings Business IAPCO members enjoyed a bumper year of growth in 2007 according to the results of the latest IAPCO annual activity survey. IAPCO Members Report 18% Growth In Meetings Business IAPCO members enjoyed a bumper year of growth in 2007 according to the results of the latest IAPCO annual activity survey. IAPCO Members Report 18% Growth In Meetings Business IAPCO members enjoyed a bumper year of growth in 2007 according to the results of the latest IAPCO annual activity survey. AMC v. PCO: Similarities and Differences? The on-going debate amongst Local PCOs, Core PCOs and AMCs continued during the IAPCO and AMC Joint Seminar on this week. AMC v. PCO: Similarities and Differences? The on-going debate amongst Local PCOs, Core PCOs and AMCs continued during the IAPCO and AMC Joint Seminar on this week. Singapore’s Formula 1 Grand Prix Draws Visitors At ATM 2008 Replica of First-Ever F1 Night Circuit Steals Spotlight at Exhibition. Singapore’s Formula 1 Grand Prix Draws Visitors At ATM 2008 Replica of First-Ever F1 Night Circuit Steals Spotlight at Exhibition. Meetings Technology Expo Chicago Makes Planners Experts in One Day MTE 2008 Series Delivers Technology Knowledge, Networking, and Hands-On Tech Demos. Meetings Technology Expo Chicago Makes Planners Experts in One Day MTE 2008 Series Delivers Technology Knowledge, Networking, and Hands-On Tech Demos. Meetings Technology Expo Chicago Makes Planners Experts in One Day MTE 2008 Series Delivers Technology Knowledge, Networking, and Hands-On Tech Demos. Amanresorts And GHM To Create Unique Lifestyle Resort In Dubai Leaders in Luxury Hospitality Collaborate on Signature Development at the Helm of Dubai’s Landmark Commercial Destination. Amanresorts And GHM To Create Unique Lifestyle Resort In Dubai Leaders in Luxury Hospitality Collaborate on Signature Development at the Helm of Dubai’s Landmark Commercial Destination. Hyatt Hotels To Dramatically Increase Number Of Global Properties “Hyatt will continue to grow significantly over the next decade, the number of worldwide properties expected to double in the next five years.“ Hyatt Hotels To Dramatically Increase Number Of Global Properties “Hyatt will continue to grow significantly over the next decade, the number of worldwide properties expected to double in the next five years.“ Hyatt Hotels To Dramatically Increase Number Of Global Properties “Hyatt will continue to grow significantly over the next decade, the number of worldwide properties expected to double in the next five years.“ JMIC Unity Award for 2008 Announced Hans Friis of Brähler ICS announced winner of the 2008 Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) award. JMIC Unity Award for 2008 Announced Hans Friis of Brähler ICS announced winner of the 2008 Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) award. JMIC Unity Award for 2008 Announced Hans Friis of Brähler ICS announced winner of the 2008 Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) award. Amsterdam RAI Builds For The Future Amsterdam RAI achieved a net turnover of € 133.3 million in 2007, which was 15.3% more than in 2006. Amsterdam RAI Builds For The Future Amsterdam RAI achieved a net turnover of € 133.3 million in 2007, which was 15.3% more than in 2006. Is Your Meeting Running Out of Gas? Spice Up Local Meetings in times of Economic Downturn. Is Your Meeting Running Out of Gas? Spice Up Local Meetings in times of Economic Downturn. Bavaria Executive Suites Dubai Appoints Director Of Sales - MICE Mr Savio Marker announced as Director of Sales – MICE at Bavaria Executive Suites Dubai. Bavaria Executive Suites Dubai Appoints Director Of Sales - MICE Mr Savio Marker announced as Director of Sales – MICE at Bavaria Executive Suites Dubai. HKECE To Host Asia’s Two Biggest Conferences The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), will host the World Ophthalmology Congress 2008 and Evolution – Asia Yoga Conference in June and July 2008. HKECE To Host Asia’s Two Biggest Conferences The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), will host the World Ophthalmology Congress 2008 and Evolution – Asia Yoga Conference in June and July 2008. HKECE To Host Asia’s Two Biggest Conferences The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), will host the World Ophthalmology Congress 2008 and Evolution – Asia Yoga Conference in June and July 2008. Encore Opens In The USA Australian destination management company Encore Business Tourism (ENCORE) has opened a sales and marketing office in the USA headed by Matthew Jones. Encore Opens In The USA Australian destination management company Encore Business Tourism (ENCORE) has opened a sales and marketing office in the USA headed by Matthew Jones. Hat Trick Award Win Leads To Hall Of Fame For GCCEC Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre Wins National MEA Award. Hat Trick Award Win Leads To Hall Of Fame For GCCEC Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre Wins National MEA Award. ICC Durban Voted " Africa 's Leading Conference Centre" International Convention Centre, Durban (ICC Durban) has been awarded 'Africa's Leading Conference Centre' for the 7th year running at the World Travel Awards Africa ceremony. ICC Durban Voted " Africa 's Leading Conference Centre" International Convention Centre, Durban (ICC Durban) has been awarded 'Africa's Leading Conference Centre' for the 7th year running at the World Travel Awards Africa ceremony. Green Globe Benchmark Endorsement For Brisbane Convention Centre The Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) has achieved international benchmarking status for its commitment to the environment. Green Globe Benchmark Endorsement For Brisbane Convention Centre The Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) has achieved international benchmarking status for its commitment to the environment. American Gentry (DMC) Expands Into Orlando Market American Gentry Destination Management Company finds niche with international market visiting U.S. American Gentry (DMC) Expands Into Orlando Market American Gentry Destination Management Company finds niche with international market visiting U.S. Dublin Wins Another Major International Conference The International Statistical Institute (ISI) will be holding its biannual session at Dublin’s new centre in August, 2011. Dublin Wins Another Major International Conference The International Statistical Institute (ISI) will be holding its biannual session at Dublin’s new centre in August, 2011.	In an effort to stay on top of the latest industry trends and continue its support of the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP^®) designation, the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) has updated all of its CMP^® educational resources and tools to correspond with new material covered in the Convention Industry Council (CIC) Manual, 8^th edition. The rewritten content includes the re-launch of the all-new PCMA CMP^® Online Prep™ Course–the meeting industry’s only online CMP^® study course—on Thursday, April 3, 2008. “PCMA is always seeking to stay on top of the latest information and trends in the meetings industry. We’re always looking for new and innovative ways to raise the level of professionalism,” said PCMA President and CEO Deborah Sexton. “Our support of the CMP^® credential demonstrates PCMA’s dedication to elevating the entire industry, while the overhaul of the CMP^® Online Prep™ Course shows an ongoing commitment to developing unique and convenient learning solutions.” CMP^® Online Prep™ Course PCMA’s completely revamped online study course addresses topics presented on the rigorous CMP^® examination through a 23-modular, interactive, online course. The program is wholly aligned with three reference books recommended by the CIC to ensure content accuracy, credibility and educational value: CIC Manual, 8^th Edition; CIC International Manual, 1^st Edition; and Professional Meeting Management, Fifth Edition (PMM5). PMM5 is a leading educational text for the meetings industry. The book is adopted by those seeking to obtain their CMP^®designation, seasoned meeting professionals, and more than 100 colleges and universities. New PCMA CMP^® *Online Prep™ Course Features Include:* · Completely rebuilt to align with the official CMP^® Examination Blueprint · Self-Assessment Inventory with immediate feedback on strengths and areas for improvement · Pre-Test and Post-Test for each module with immediate feedback · Overview and learner outcomes included with all 23 modules · Specific and relevant reading assignments from each of the three recommended texts · Comprehensive PowerPoint study outline to guide participants through the course material · Two, timed Practice Exams following course that replicate the actual CMP^® examination in terms of length and number of test items · Additional section with expert tips on studying and preparing for exam day The online course is just $299 for PCMA members; $399 for non-members; and $249/participant for groups of three or more from the same organization. For more information, please visit www.pcma.org/CMP. Groups should call Jenna Bishop at 312-423-7263 to obtain the special group rate. One-Stop-Solution for All CMP^® Exam Resources In addition to the online course, PCMA offers a wealth of other solutions to help potential CMPs prepare for the examination, including: · PCMA Live Learning Center: Includes a complimentary CMP application presentation. Plus CEUs can now be earned from all other online educational sessions from past PCMA meetings. · Ultimate CMP^® Study Package: Includes CIC Manual, 8^th Edition; CIC International Manual; and Professional Meeting Management, Fifth Edition · PCMA CMP^® Study Course™: Designed for those interested in facilitating a study group. CMP^® Study Course™ materials are available for participants and the group facilitator. Groups adopting the PCMA CMP^® Study Course™ materials will receive access to portions of the online course, including the Self-Assessment Inventory and Practice Exams. · PCMA CMP^®Study Course™ “Train-the-Trainer:” A facilitator workshop held in conjunction with the PCMA Annual Meeting. · PCMA CMP^® CRAM Course™: Pre-exam and last minute study session, Jan. 9^th at the 2009 PCMA Annual Meeting in New Orleans. · CMP^® Exam Jan. 10^th at the 2009 PCMA Annual Meeting in New Orleans: CMP candidates can take the exam on the 10^th and then stay for the PCMA Annual Meeting, which begins Jan. 11^th. · PCMA CMP^® Connect™: Coming soon: online community for potential and current CMP^®s to discuss the exam and other professional issues. To learn more about all of the CMP^® study and learning resources PCMA has to offer, sign-up for the online or study course, or to purchase materials, visit the PCMA Web site at www.pcma.org/CMP.
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