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Accelerating in credit: How certification helped one pro level up fast

Credit management is a fast-paced career where decisions often need to be made quickly, sometimes in real time, to manage risk, cash flow and customer relationships. But, the trust, knowledge and judgment that drive those decisions are built slowly, over time. Credit professionals hoping to develop those traits and gain instrumental knowledge seek out education through NACM and FCIB’s six-level Professional Certification Program. By doing so, certification holders bring forth an enriched expertise and skill set that helps them stand out in the crowd.  



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Apr 29, 2025
Earning a designation through one of NACM and FCIB’s six Professional Certification Programs is a big step in a credit manager’s career, as it refines the skills they use every day as they approach tricky credit dilemmas with a keen eye for detail. After being inspired by colleagues, Varsha Gurram, financial analyst II at Paraxel International (India) Pvt. Ltd. (Hyderabad, India), pursued her Certified International Credit Professional (CICP) designation.  

Apr 22, 2025
Expanding on your knowledge of credit management by completing one of NACM and FCIB’s six Professional Certification Programs not only refines the skills you use every day but instills a newfound confidence in even the most experienced credit managers. For Pam Turner, CBA, collections specialist at ROMCO, Inc. (Carrollton, TX), earning her Credit Business Associate (CBA) designation was an opportunity to not only grow in her career, but gain confidence even when facing the trickiest credit dilemmas.  

Apr 16, 2025
A credit professional’s role is a multi-faceted one. On top of assessing and mitigating risk, collaborating with departments and building relationships with customers, they have to adapt to company-wide and industry changes. Most recently, tariffs, severe weather events, disrupted supply chains and rising costs have created an unpredictable trade environment for businesses. NACM and FCIB’s six-level Professional Certification Program offers the essential knowledge and guidance for credit professionals to survive even the most challenging of periods. 

Apr 15, 2025
Earning a designation through one of NACM and FCIB’s Professional Certification Programs takes perseverance and dedication. It allows professionals to commit to deepening their understanding of business credit and best practices. For Vimal Patel, CCE, director of credit at OneSource Distributers (Oceanside, CA), earning his Certified Credit Executive (CCE) designation was an opportunity to challenge himself to learn more about the credit profession and refine his skills.   

Apr 9, 2025
Earning a professional certification can be a transformative milestone in a credit professional’s career, opening doors to career growth and advancement. In recent years, hiring managers have increasingly valued certifications over traditional four-year college degrees. NACM and FCIB’s six-level Professional Certification Program helps both new and experienced credit professionals gain the practical knowledge and skillset needed to stand out and thrive in the B2B credit industry. 

Apr 4, 2025
🎙️On today’s episode of Extra Credit …Being a leader is hard but leading during stressful periods where internal or external stressors seem to add pressure to your credit team can be even harder. Whether your company is undergoing a merger that throws everyone’s day-to-day work through a loop or economic instability brings added stress to everyone’s days, workplace challenges can pop up at any moment. But what can leaders do to ease tensions and calm their credit teams?

Apr 2, 2025
NACM and FCIB’s six-level Professional Certification Program has proven to transform careers for credit professionals. Each designation unequivocally expands the knowledge base and skill set in various aspects of business credit. In addition to gaining credibility in their role, each designee walks away with valuable insights and experiences of personal growth.