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Charity Wyatt, CBA, credit specialist at Steel Dynamics, Inc., Roanoke Bar Division (Roanoke, VA), said that earning the Credit Business Associate (CBA) certification was a crucial first step toward her goal of achieving the Certified Credit Executive (CCE) designation. “The CBA certification will not only enhance my resume but also provide a solid foundation in credit principles, which is particularly valuable as I am relatively new to the credit field,” Wyatt said. 

By focusing on and refining soft skills, credit professionals can enhance performance, relationships and communication in credit management.

While discussing her next career move with her boss, Kristen Gibson, CBA, learned about the Credit Business Associate (CBA) designation through NACM and FCIB’s Professional Certification Program. “He recommended the CBA course to me and together we made a plan to move forward,” she said.  

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.

🎙️ On today’s episode of Extra Credit … In B2B credit management, negotiation is key for securing payments, reducing credit risk and nurturing long-term business relationships. 

NACM’s six-level Professional Certification Program serves as a steppingstone in a credit professionals’ path to certification and outstanding leadership in their field.

On today’s episode of Extra Credit…Credit scoring models offer credit managers a structured framework to assess customer creditworthiness, allowing for more confident credit decisions.

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.

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.