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CTSM (Certified Trade Show Marketer) is the only university-affiliated professional certification program in the exhibit marketing industry. First and foremost the CTSM program trains candidates in trade show and event marketing. Candidates are required to complete a curriculum of 28 seminars which equals 42 hours of classroom study. These sessions are available at EXHIBITOR2009 and EXHIBITORFastTrak conferences. Upon completion, candidates earn 4 CEUs through our university affiliate Northern Illinois University Outreach.
A Demonstration of Knowledge.
Candidates also complete a three-hour comprehensive exam which tests them on the basic knowledge skills required of trade show marketers.
On the Job Training.
All candidates should be currently working in the field of trade show or event marketing. They will demonstrate their application of knowledge gained through the program by means of a Candidate Portfolio.
About our Sponsor.
EXHIBITOR2009 is regarded as the industry's leading educational conference. Seminar offerings range from trade show specific content to general skills development, such as communications and negotiation.
About our Northern Illinois University (NIU) affiliation.
All CTSM required seminars are reviewed for content by Northern Illinois University Outreach. Retired professor Joe Ries works closely with the CTSM program as our affiliate advisor. All CEUs and university credits (when applicable) are awarded by NIU Outreach.
Contacting the CTSM Office:
CTSM program administrator
206 South Broadway Suite 745
Rochester, MN 55904

507-424-4881
Fax: 507-289-5253
wlewis@ctsm.com
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