Certified Manager of Exhibits™ (CME®)
The Seal of Professional Excellence of the Exhibit & Event Industry.
Earning your CME® Signifies That You Are
- A Committed Professional
- Better Than the Competition
- Professionally Credible
And you have earned the insignia to prove it!
CME® is a program of
What is CME®?
Certified Manager of Exhibits™ (CME®) is the only association-sponsored and administered certification program recognizing professionalism in exhibit and event management and marketing. Members of the Trade Show Exhibitors Association (TSEA)—exhibit managers like you—created the CME® program, to help you earn valuable industry recognition and advance your career. TSEA members continually monitor the CME® certification program to ensure it meets the demands, challenges and needs of the trade show industry.
The CME® certification is unique in that its criteria represent the exhibits industry in its entirety. It is awarded based on your work experience and achievements, industry involvement and contributions, continuing education, professional development and peer recognition.
CME® does not “lock” you into a costly and confining classroom curriculum. It is the most flexible and relevant certification program for exhibit & event managers—you focus on your job while earning your certification.
An impartial committee of your peers reviews and evaluates the contents of each CME® application.
The CME designation is awarded based on three major components:
I. The CME® Application based upon your education (Continuing Education Units (CEUs)*) and life work experiences.
II. A letter of reference from your employer or direct supervisor.
III. Critical Analysis - Two original essays based upon a strategic case study and a tactical case study.
*Continuing education units (CEUs) earned at educational programs not sponsored by TSEA qualify toward the CME® certification. CME® is the only program that accepts CEUs from all professional industry organizations! CEUs earned through TSEA and HCEA are worth double points.
Why Earn You CME®?
Choose the Certified Manager of Exhibits™ program because:
- It is based on your experience, your contributions to the industry and your job. It is more than a textbook certification. You need to learn on-the-job, not just in the classroom and prove you’ve applied your skills.
- The CME® program accepts continuing education units (CEUs) from all recognized industry educational programs. You do not have to attend one conference over and over again, spending over $4,000 to earn specific credit that may not be applicable to your situation. You can select the courses that are right for you and your career.
- It is the oldest exhibit management certification program. The CME® Program lends immediate credibility to your name.
How to Become a CME®?
Simply complete the enrollment form with payment, and we’ll send you the complete CME® Application to get you started. If you have any questions, you can call 312 842-TSEA (8732). You can download an enrollment form.
TSEA will immediately send you the CME® Application. You will complete information in the following categories:
- Years in the exhibit industry
- Show schedule and management
- Job function and experience, i.e.: exhibit marketing, management and logistics
- College/university education
- TS2 participation
- Other exhibit-related conferences—CME® accepts continuing education units (CEUs) from all professional industry organizations!
- Job-related continuing education units in marketing, management, logistics and other areas
- Exhibit-related public speaking
- Exhibit-related published articles
- Professional affiliations
- Service/recognition within TSEA
A minimum of 98 points out of a possible 183 points must be earned to qualify you to go to the next stage.
There is a one-time enrollment fee of $150.00 for members of TSEA or HCEA. Non-members are charged $350.00. TSEA has no additional charges, no transcript fees or hidden costs.
Earning the CME® designation is an exciting and challenging endeavor. TSEA staff and CMEs ® are available to assist participants enrolled in the program to help you earn your certification.
Reach New Heights
When you earn the prestigious CME® certification, you’ll join an exclusive network of forward-thinking exhibit managers who are advancing the industry. Not only does earning the CME® give you instant recognition and credibility, CME® graduates also get the following added benefits from TSEA:
The privilege of adding CME® to your name—put it on your business cards, e-mail signature and all other correspondences
Public acknowledgement through the industry press including
Valuable recognition at TS2—Where Trade Shows and Corporate Events Begin
A CME® diploma to proudly display your accomplishments
A CME® lapel pin to proudly wear |
Certified Manager of Exhibits™ (CME®)
The Seal of Professional Excellence of the Exhibit & Event Industry.
Earning your CME® Signifies That You Are
- A Committed Professional
- Better Than the Competition
- Professionally Credible
And you have earned the insignia to prove it!
CME® is a program of
What is CME®?
Certified Manager of Exhibits™ (CME®) is the only association-sponsored and administered certification program recognizing professionalism in exhibit and event management and marketing. Members of the Trade Show Exhibitors Association (TSEA)—exhibit managers like you—created the CME® program, to help you earn valuable industry recognition and advance your career. TSEA members continually monitor the CME® certification program to ensure it meets the demands, challenges and needs of the trade show industry.
The CME® certification is unique in that its criteria represent the exhibits industry in its entirety. It is awarded based on your work experience and achievements, industry involvement and contributions, continuing education, professional development and peer recognition.
CME® does not “lock” you into a costly and confining classroom curriculum. It is the most flexible and relevant certification program for exhibit & event managers—you focus on your job while earning your certification.
An impartial committee of your peers reviews and evaluates the contents of each CME® application.
The CME designation is awarded based on three major components:
I. The CME® Application based upon your education (Continuing Education Units (CEUs)*) and life work experiences.
II. A letter of reference from your employer or direct supervisor.
III. Critical Analysis - Two original essays based upon a strategic case study and a tactical case study.
*Continuing education units (CEUs) earned at educational programs not sponsored by TSEA qualify toward the CME® certification. CME® is the only program that accepts CEUs from all professional industry organizations! CEUs earned through TSEA and HCEA are worth double points.
Why Earn You CME®?
Choose the Certified Manager of Exhibits™ program because:
- It is based on your experience, your contributions to the industry and your job. It is more than a textbook certification. You need to learn on-the-job, not just in the classroom and prove you’ve applied your skills.
- The CME® program accepts continuing education units (CEUs) from all recognized industry educational programs. You do not have to attend one conference over and over again, spending over $4,000 to earn specific credit that may not be applicable to your situation. You can select the courses that are right for you and your career.
- It is the oldest exhibit management certification program. The CME® Program lends immediate credibility to your name.
How to Become a CME®?
Simply complete the enrollment form with payment, and we’ll send you the complete CME® Application to get you started. If you have any questions, you can call 312 842-TSEA (8732). You can download an enrollment form.
TSEA will immediately send you the CME® Application. You will complete information in the following categories:
- Years in the exhibit industry
- Show schedule and management
- Job function and experience, i.e.: exhibit marketing, management and logistics
- College/university education
- TS2 participation
- Other exhibit-related conferences—CME® accepts continuing education units (CEUs) from all professional industry organizations!
- Job-related continuing education units in marketing, management, logistics and other areas
- Exhibit-related public speaking
- Exhibit-related published articles
- Professional affiliations
- Service/recognition within TSEA
A minimum of 98 points out of a possible 183 points must be earned to qualify you to go to the next stage.
There is a one-time enrollment fee of $150.00 for members of TSEA or HCEA. Non-members are charged $350.00. TSEA has no additional charges, no transcript fees or hidden costs.
Earning the CME® designation is an exciting and challenging endeavor. TSEA staff and CMEs ® are available to assist participants enrolled in the program to help you earn your certification.
Reach New Heights
When you earn the prestigious CME® certification, you’ll join an exclusive network of forward-thinking exhibit managers who are advancing the industry. Not only does earning the CME® give you instant recognition and credibility, CME® graduates also get the following added benefits from TSEA:
The privilege of adding CME® to your name—put it on your business cards, e-mail signature and all other correspondences
Public acknowledgement through the industry press including
Valuable recognition at TS2—Where Trade Shows and Corporate Events Begin
A CME® diploma to proudly display your accomplishments
A CME® lapel pin to proudly wear |