Career Details

Certified Destination Marketing Executive

Description

Recognized by the DMO industry as its highest educational achievement, CDME is an advanced educational program for veteran and career-minded DMO executives looking for senior-level professional development courses. The focus of the program is on vision, leadership, productivity and the implementation of business strategies.

Certifying Organization

Destination Marketing Association International

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? 3 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 Festival and Event Executive

Certifying Organization

International Festivals & Events Association

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

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Certifying Organization

International Live Events Association

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Certified Meeting Professional

Certifying Organization

Events Industry Council

Type

A - Core

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