Certified Government Meeting Professional Course and Exam
August 23-26, 2010
Norfolk, VA
Location:
Norfolk Waterside Marriott
235 East Main Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
**PLEASE NOTE-YOU MUST BE A CURRENT MEMBER OF SGMP FOR SIX MONTHS TO QUALIFY TO TAKE THE CGMP**
Registration is open!!!!
There are only 25 openings for the class, and only 16 spots left!
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ABOUT THE CGMP PROGRAM
The Society of Government Professionals, (SGMP) has developed a Certified Government Meeting Professional (CGMP) certification program. The CGMP is the first certification that focuses specifically on the field of government meeting planning, encompassing federal, state and local agencies. Obtaining the CGMP designation further defines one’s ability to “get the job done” and establishes one’s level of knowledge and expertise in planning and executing government meetings. Participating in the CGMP class enhances your credibility as a meeting planner and also reflects an achievement of professional competency within your agency.
Course Content:
Overview/Administration Financial Management
Event Management & Coordination Federal Travel Regulations
Ethics RFP’s
Site Selection & Negotiation Logistics
Marketing & Promotion Sponsorships
Registration/Reservations/Housing Program Materials
Speakers & Press Special Events
Risk Management
Classes typically run from 8:30am – 5:00pm each day; the exam takes place on the last day from 8:30am – 10:30am.
Course Benefits:
- Demonstrates your commitment and ability to perform the duties of a meeting planner.
- Enhances the image of excellence in coordinating and planning government meetings.
- Reflects professional and personal achievement designed for the federal/state/local government meeting planner.
- Builds self-esteem that measures the quality of education, experience, and ethics required of a meeting planner.
- Establishes a professional credential that serves as an endorsement o your knowledge and experience.
- Improves career opportunities and advancement that gives you an edge when being considered for promotion.
- Prepares you for greater on-the-job responsibilities indicating your willingness to invest in your professional development.
- Provides for greater earnings potential, monetary incentives and recognition.
- Improves skills and knowledge by confirming proficiency and knowledge.
- Offers greater professional recognition form peers and superiors.
Tuition: $595 (Includes 3 days of classroom training, materials, CGMP exam)