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Pacing your career: How one credit professional found growth through certification 

Everyone moves through life at their own pace—whether in their personal journey or professional career, each path has its own unique timeline. No matter where you are on that path, there’s always an opportunity to continue learning, grow your skills and advance in your career. NACM and FCIB’s six-level Professional Certification Program serves as a continual reminder to credit professionals of the importance of growth through education. It encourages them to push boundaries, expand their expertise and elevate their roles in credit management. 

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Distinguish yourself in credit with the CICP

Earning a professional certification is a transformative opportunity for credit professionals worldwide, leading to dynamic career shifts. NACM and FCIB’s six-level Professional Certification Program does just that by enhancing a credit professional’s abilities and deepening their understanding of the field. 

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Feb 7, 2025
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Harnessing your soft skills in the age of automation

🎙️On today’s episode of Extra Credit…With automation, AI and technology dominating B2B credit discussions, it is easy to forget the importance of soft skills, especially for new credit managers eager to ride the tech wave. By focusing on and refining soft skills, credit professionals can enhance performance, relationships and communication in credit management.
Feb 5, 2025
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Make professional strides with the CBA 

Progression in any career requires careful, strategic thinking. You must ask yourself: Do I want to develop a new skill, increase my knowledge or secure a higher position? If so, what steps should I take to achieve these goals? This was exactly the case for Kristen Gibson, CBA, revenue risk credit analyst at Carrier Enterprise (Syracuse, NY), just a few years ago.  
Feb 4, 2025
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Professional certification program provides invaluable knowledge  

Earning a designation through NACM and FCIB’s Professional Certification Program reflects a deep dedication to improving and refining the myriad of skills used each day as a credit professional. For Paula Romero, CBA, credit analyst at Autodesk, Inc. (Portland, OR), the journey to earning her Credit Business Associate (CBA) designation was rewarding, albeit challenging.  
Jan 29, 2025
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Mastering the Art and Science of Credit Management with Certifications 

The credit management profession is often described as both an art and a science. It requires a combination of hard, technical skills—such as financial analysis and business credit law—as well as soft skills, like relationship-building and effective communication. By earning a designation through NACM’s six-level Professional Certification Program, credit professionals can sharpen both skill sets while gaining valuable knowledge across various facets of B2B credit. 
Jan 22, 2025
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Take the lead in your certification journey 

New journeys can be intimidating, no matter how prepared you are. However, by staying focused and determined, you can accomplish any goal. NACM’s six-level Professional Certification Program serves as a steppingstone in a credit professionals’ path to certification and outstanding leadership in their field.