CMP Study Group

Your Path to Becoming a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)

Earning your Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation is one of the most respected achievements in the events industry—and MPI DFW is here to help you get there.

The MPI DFW CMP Study Group is a 10-week guided learning program designed to prepare aspiring CMP candidates for the CMP exam while deepening their knowledge of the global standards that define excellence in meeting and event management.

Facilitated by industry leaders who hold the CMP credential, this collaborative program provides a structured, supportive environment to help you build confidence, master the material, and stay accountable throughout your preparation journey.

As a participants  you will:

•  Study and review the Event Industry Council’s CMP International Standards (CMP-IS) across all exam domains 
•  Gain insights and exam strategies from experienced CMP-certified facilitators
•  Receive guidance on CMP eligibility requirements and the application process
•  Connect with peers pursuing the same professional milestone
•  Earn continuing education units (CEUs) while preparing for the exam

Program Schedule

The study group will meet weekly in a virtual setting from April 13 – June 8, with one or two of the sessions potentially scheduled for an in -person/hybrid class. The following exam competency areas included in the CMP exam, including:

•  Strategic Planning
•  Project Management
•  Sustainability & Social Impact
•  Risk Management
•  Financial Management
•  Talent Management
•  Stakeholder Management
•  Event Design
•  Site Management
•  Marketing & Communications
•  Technology Integration
•  Evaluation & Measurement

Participants can earn up to 20 CEUs while reviewing the CMP exam domains and strengthening their professional knowledge base. 

Sessions are led by MPI D/FW Chapter CMP-credentialed members and include interactive discussion, practical examples, and exam preparation guidance.

This program is ideal for:

•  Meeting and event professionals planning to apply for the CMP exam
•  Professionals seeking structured preparation and accountability
•  MPI members looking to advance their careers and professional credentials

Take the Next Step in Your Career

The CMP designation demonstrates your commitment to professional excellence, industry knowledge, and leadership in the meetings and events profession.

Join the MPI DFW CMP Study Group and move one step closer to achieving one of the industry’s most recognized credentials.

Facilitated by local MPI Dallas/Fort Worth Chapter CMP industry experts, each session guides participants through the Domains of the EIC CMP Handbook. Participants will gain a better understanding of the materials to help prepare for the CMP exam. The class structure is a mixture of interactive discussions, review quizzes and mock tests, group activities, and relevant presentations. Other elements of the CMP Study Group that participants will benefit from including the CMP Buddy program, the CMP Panel discussion, weekly class briefings, guidance on the CMP application, general information about the exam process, and a CMP exam study day.

MPI D/FW Chapter CMP Study Group

Do you have plans to take the CMP Exam in the coming months? Are you looking for a study resource to help you stay focused and to provide accountability for studying? Need help with  exam preparation? Then consider registering to join the MPI D/FW Chapter CMP Study Group. While the class has pivoted to a virtual setting, the chapter is still committed to supporting industry peers who strive to obtain their CMP certification. As a result of hosting a virtual experience, the class is now open to other city MPI chapter members and non-MPI chapter members near and far.

Email Charlene Edwards, CMP, for more information on the MPI D/FW Study Group at cmpstudygroup@mpidfw.org.