The Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) Designation is the mark of excellence in commercial real estate. CCIM members learn practical skills through an education program that makes them the most knowledgeable professionals in their market. Members have technology tools that lets them overcome commercial real estate challenges, apply that education and expertise and work with a network of professionals to deliver practical solutions.
1. CCIM Designation – CCIM Institute confers the most prestigious industry designation. It distinguishes you as the best in commercial real estate. Earning the CCIM means you are a skilled practitioner and adhere to high ethical standards.
2. Education -- The industry's best advanced commercial and investment training is offered by CCIM Institute. Provides tools and skills you can use immediately to help earn more money. Graduate-level Core Courses -- Financial Analysis, Market Analysis, User Decision Analysis and Investment Analysis -- are geared to earning the CCIM Designation. Specialty courses through the Robert L. Ward Center for Real Estate Studies provide specialized training on topics like Advanced Negotiations. CCIM in-class courses offer continuing education credits toward license renewal in most states.
3. Network – CCIM membership totals nearly 18,000 professionals in 1,000 U.S. markets, Canada, Mexico and more than 30 nations overseas. Members include commercial investment professionals from brokerage, corporate, finance, property management, appraisal and other disciplines. Three regional networking events are held annually.
4. Technology The robust online presence at www.ccim.com. Unlimited access to Site To Do Business for online demographics, mapping and more. Unlimited access to CCIMNet to market properties for sale or lease. The CCIM Professional Directory features Designee profiles accessible by other members and the public.
5. Events – CCIM Institute hosts national meetings and regional events with industry experts and participates at 40 industry events worldwide. In 2009, Networking events will be held in Orlando, Houston and Las Vegas.
6. Chapter Network – More than 60 local CCIM chapters representing members in every U.S. state, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico provide guidance and opportunities to network in your market with other professionals. Overseas Chapters can offer international business opportunities and growth.
7. Legislative Representation and Lobbying – CCIM monitors what's happening on Capitol Hill and in your state. Support of legislation that favors honest, ethical real estate practices. Opposition to legislation that hinders real estate.
8. Publications – Commercial Investment Real Estate, an award-winning bi-monthly magazine that covers topics pertinent to the industry is published in print and online editions. RERC/CCIM Investment Trends Quarterly is an online analysis of national commercial real estate transactions and economic developments. The Tuesday News Digest keeps members up to date on programs and events.
9. Designation Promotion – National programs drive home the value behind the CCIM Designation, education, member network and technology resources.
10. Professional Staff -- More than 50 professionals are dedicated to serving members. •
