Optional or employer preference
CIM Certificate in Professional & Digital Marketing (Level 4)
CIM (Chartered Institute of Marketing)
A professional marketing qualification that some employers ask for. It is not a licence to practise.
- Awarding body
- CIM
- Level
- Level 4
- Where it applies
- Global, including the UK
- Exams
- CIM lists 7 modules (1 mandatory, 2 core, 4 specialist, including Social Media Marketing), assessed by online exam. Check CIM's planner for how many you take.
- Entry
- At least a year of marketing experience, or a prior qualification such as the CIM Level 3 Foundation Certificate
- Also required
- CIM describes a typical duration of 6 to 9 months
Assessment and registration fees
| Fee | Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total assessment fees (Global Standard rate, first attempt) | £520 | Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) (opens in a new tab)checked 14 Oct 2026 |
| Study centre tuition | Varies — set by each study centre | Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) (opens in a new tab)checked 14 Oct 2026 |
- Resits cost extra. CIM membership (from £70 a year) is needed to book assessments.
Membership and subscriptions
| Fee | Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Affiliate Studying membership (per year) | £70 | Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) (opens in a new tab)checked 14 Oct 2026 |
Official page: CIM (opens in a new tab)Checked 14 Oct 2026