CEM Pricing
For courses outside the United States, contact us for pricing at cem@iaee.com.
CEM pricing include all course materials and the exam.
Cancellation/Refund Policy:
Cancellations, in whole or in part, must be made in writing and may be subject to a cancellation fee. For a full refund, written cancellations must be received no later than 30 business days prior to the event. Within 29-11 business days, all approved refund are subject to a $75 USD administrative fee. Cancellations will not be accepted within 10 business days of the event and event fees will not be refunded after the event begins. Send written cancellation requests to cem@iaee.com.
If you have any further questions, contact cem@iaee.com.
CEM Learning Program Courses
EIC Sustainable Events Professional Certificate
In collaboration with the Events Industry Council, IAEE is pleased to offer the Sustainable Event Professional Certificate (SEPC). This program covers 16 modules that include understanding the business value of sustainability, improving environmental performance of meetings and events, and effective methods for achieving social impact goals.
On-Location Courses
- Activity-based learning environments where students can engage and learn from their peers as well as the instructor.
- Students are expected to read the course module prior to the start of class.
- Courses begin at 8:30am and end at approximately 4:30pm. This includes the optional 30-minute study period and one hour exam.
- Students who plan to take the exam following the course must bring a laptop or Wi-Fi enabled device with a battery life of at least one hour. Those that choose not to take the exam immediately after class will have 90 days from the course date in which to take it.
Virtual Courses
- One-day courses conducted entirely through Zoom
- Webcam is required.
- Courses begin at 8:30am CT and end at approximately 4:00pm CT. This includes the optional 30-minute study period and one-hour exam.
- Frequent breaks throughout the day, 30 minutes for lunch.
- Instructors utilize breakout rooms and polls for increased engagement.
- Students who plan to take the exam following the course will stay on Zoom and then also log in to Elevate to take the exam. Students must keep their webcam on. Those that choose not to take the exam immediately after class will have 90 days from the course date in which to take it.
On-Demand Courses
- 11 courses are available on-demand.
- Courses are completely self-paced – students may complete them according to their schedule.
- Each course has several videos and knowledge-checks throughout.
- Students will have the opportunity to take the exam upon completion of course.
- Exam does not need to be proctored.
Program Completion
Upon completion of all requirements for the program, new CEMs will receive a letter from the CEM Commission permitting use of the CEM designation along with a certificate. The new CEM will also be invited to participate in a recognition ceremony which typically takes place at Expo! Expo!
