Credit professionals may decide to pursue a designation through one of FCIB and NACM’s six Professional Certification Programs for a host of different reasons. Whether you want to brush up on an area of credit you may be less familiar with or you want to start out strong at a new job, a professional designation reflects your dedication to the credit field. For Chris Michael, CBA, credit manager at Archer Daniels Midland Company (Decatur, IL), earning his Credit Business Associate (CBA) designation was an opportunity to further his knowledge of credit and advance his career.   

🎙️On today’s episode of Extra Credit…Education plays a pivotal role in shaping a professional’s career by providing the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a competitive job market. Beyond that, education also fosters personal growth, boosts confidence and builds a strong network that can support career advancement. By continuously learning, you not only improve your current role but also position yourself for long-term success.

Learning is an ongoing process that, when done right, remains engaging. Credit professionals can stimulate their minds by earning designations through NACM and FCIB’s six-level Professional Certification Program. Each designation allows credit professionals to gain valuable insights and strategies to enhance their credibility and advance in their careers. 

When it comes to earning a designation through one of NACM and FCIB’s six Professional Certification Programs, no two journeys look the same. For Andrea Marquez, CBA, credit associate at Viterra USA (Omaha, NE), the journey to earning her Credit Business Associate (CBA) degree coincided with her going back to school to earn her master’s degree. Juggling a heavy course load may have been difficult, but Marquez was determined to earn her designation and advance her career.  

Credit professionals who earn designations from NACM’s and FCIB’s six-level Professional Certification Programs always have an inspiring story to tell. Their enthusiasm and sense of accomplishment is evident as they speak of their designation journey. Each designee leaves with a higher level of knowledge and insight to guide them and help them grow in their career. 

When it comes to credit management, no other certification class can supercharge your credit analysis skills quite like NACM and FCIB’s Professional Certification Programs. For Carlos Merida, CBA, credit analyst at Atlas Copco Compressors (Rock Hill, SC), earning his Credit Business Associate designation helped strengthen the skills he uses everyday working in credit.  

Everyone loves a success story. Watching the hero of your favorite film or book overcome challenges can inspire you to keep going. The same can be said of credit professionals who face numerous challenges every day. NACM’s and FCIB’s six-level Professional Certification Programs does its part in shaping the credit professionals’ story, providing them all the knowledge and tools needed to conquer their challenges like a hero uses their superpowers to defeat their enemies.  

Whether you’ve been working in the credit field for years, decades or only a matter of months, furthering your education is an invaluable opportunity to deepen your skills and immerse yourself in the field. For Jackson Wodiuk, CBA, credit specialist at Senergy Petroleum (Gilbert, AZ), earning his Credit Business Associate (CBA) designation through one of NACM and FCIB’s six Professional Certification Programs was an opportunity to learn and build connections within the credit industry.