The Chartered Institute of Marketing is the world's largest professional body for marketers, with over 50,000 members and a presence in over 130 countries worldwide. The Chartered Institute of Marketing sets the standards for marketers, ensuring that the skills you develop are relevant and applicable to any organisation that you choose to work for.
When you have completed the Marketing course, you can take a Chartered Institute of Marketing assessment called the Introductory Certificate in Marketing|.
For more information about the Chartered Institute of Marketing, here are some excerts from their website.
The Chartered Institute of Marketing Mission Statement
'To be the pre-eminent body on marketing practice, standards and associated knowledge on an international basis and for this to be acknowledged by governments, marketers, business, education and others.'
Enhancing careers across the industry
'The Chartered Institute of Marketing is committed to delivering world-class support to equip marketers with the knowledge and tools they need to stay ahead and excel in this most challenging of professions. Through market leading industry awards and practical courses, and professional services which members can call upon whenever they are needed'