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Interested in advancing your career? IPMA's certification programs are a respected industry standard. Join hundreds of other professionals who have attained the designation of
Certified Graphic Communications Manager - CGCM -
or Certified Mail Manager - CMM. 

What gives some publishing managers a

significant edge over their colleagues?

Why do some professionals sail up the corporate ladder, while others stumble or freeze?
Those who continue to excel in this fast-paced business environment agree that the requirements and technological demands placed on today's publishing professionals are light years beyond what they were just a few years ago. Everyday competition raises the bar by requiring publishing managers to make more qualified decisions based on sound knowledge. One way to prove your expertise to your employer and colleagues is through IPMA's Certified Graphic Communications Manager (CGCM) and Certified Mail Manager (CMM) programs.

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Stanley Verser, the Director of Printing and Mailing Services at Redlands Community College in El Reno, OK, gained CGCM certification during IPMA 2009.
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Alvin B. Griffin, the director of the Graphic Production Center at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, NC, has achieved certification as a Certified Graphic Communication Manager (CGCM) from IPMA.


 

Lee J. Sperl, manager of Document and Publishing Solutions for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota in Eagan have attained the credential of distinction as a Certified Graphic Communcations Manager (CGCM) from IPMA.

 

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Steven Weigel, the assistant manager of Printing and Copy Services at Iowa State University in Ames, IA, has attained certification as a Graphic Communications Manager (CGCM) through IPMA.




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How Can I Best Prepare for the Certification Exam? Minimize

The In-Plant Printing and Mailing Association's CGCM and CMM exams are not based on a structured curriculum of study. Instead, the exams are designed to evaluate a manager's overall experience and technical expertise by covering a broad range of information, not limited to any specific publications.

To reinforce your base of knowledge, it is recommended that you become familiar with the glossary of terms. A bibliography is also available, but this listing should not be used as the sanctioned or sole study guide. Some managers, who have successfully attained certification, have found study groups to be yet another valuable resource in preparing for the exam.

If you have additional questions regarding the CGCM or CMM examination, contact IPMA headquarters directly at 816.902.4762 or by email at ipmainfo@ipma.org. 

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CGCM/CMM Certification
Larry Wright, CGCM
The Church of Jesus Christ of LDS
Printing Division
50 East North Temple Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84150
Phone: 801.240.3873
FAX: 801.240.5965
Email: wrightli@ldschurch.org
 
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To maintain your professional status as a Certified Graphic Communications Manager (CGCM) and/or Certified Mail Manager (CMM)  through the In-Plant Printing and Mailing Association (IPMA), you must recertify every five years following your initial certification.

Recertication is due for those certified or recertified in 2004. To attain recertification complete and return the form below to IPMA headquarters.
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