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Make a Business Credit Breakthrough with the CBA 

B2B credit management is a multi-faceted field that requires a diverse knowledge base and skill set. One of the fundamental requirements for credit managers is a strong understanding of business credit. The Credit Business Associate (CBA) designation, earned through NACM’s six-level Professional Certification Program, accomplishes just that through mastery of three business credit related disciplines: Basic Financial Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis I and Business Credit Principles


Earning a designation through one of NACM’s Professional Certification Programs can help credit managers across industries navigate career changes and promotions. For Michael Pica, CBA, CICP, credit and collections manager at Civil and Environmental, Inc. (Moon Township, PA), the journey to earning his Credit Business Associate (CBA) designation saw him through the transition to a new job.
On today’s episode of Extra Credit…Credit professionals are no strangers to mistakes—whether it’s making hasty decisions, overlooking fraudulent activity or miscommunication. Regardless of where you are in your career, learning from your mistakes can help you lead others more effectively and grow as a professional.  

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Dec 4, 2024
Minimizing potential risk is top of mind for B2B credit professionals. Whether that’s the risk of fraud, payment default or bankruptcy. NACM’s Professional Certification Program provides essential knowledge for credit professionals to safeguard against risk and overcome any challenges they encounter. 

Nov 27, 2024
The well-known saying tells us that knowledge is power. The more we learn, the more we can understand and apply in our daily lives. With NACM’s six-level Professional Certification Program, credit professionals are able to nourish their minds with fundamental credit knowledge, helping them succeed in the B2B credit field.

Nov 22, 2024
On today’s episode of Extra Credit…From handling customer disputes to managing cases of bankruptcy, credit professionals are often faced with high-stress situations. However, prolonged stress can lead to burnout, particularly during the year-end when workloads intensify.

Nov 20, 2024
Whether you’re new to the profession or changing careers, education is vital for success in credit management. With NACM’s six-level Professional Certification Program, credit professionals of all levels can broaden their knowledge and sharpen their skill set to progress in the B2B credit field.