Tag: Education

Earning your credit business associate (CBA) designation takes dedication, with many dividing time between work, family and coursework in order to take this big step in their career development. Maria Nicholson, CBA, assistant market credit manager at Ferguson Enterprises LLC, (Newport News, VA), earned her CBA designation on a journey she found “intense but very gratifying.”  

A professional certification from NACM can aid credit professionals as they familiarize themselves with this dynamic industry and hone the skills needed to thrive and advance in their field. By earning his Credit Business Associate (CBA), Yaseen Owen, CBA, credit analyst at J.R. Simplot Company (College Station, TX), has begun immersing himself in the credit world after transitioning over from a different part of the field.  

Nadina Anidawehi, CBA, full-service operations manager at Handle, Inc. (San Francisco, CA), recently earned her CBA to expand her knowledge, despite having years of experience in the credit industry with a focus on construction and some on real estate. “I felt that obtaining the CBA designation was a good way to broaden my understanding beyond just what I already knew about construction,” she said. 

🎙️On today’s episode of Extra Credit…Earning a designation from NACM’s Professional Certification Program is a powerful way to establish credibility and showcase expertise. However, the journey to certification can feel daunting, with numerous paths and options available.

Learning isn’t easy; it demands careful planning, effective time management and a few sacrifices. However, the rewards are always worth the effort. NACM’s six-level Professional Certification Program helps credit professionals enhance their knowledge and skills, while also developing resilience and leadership abilities. 

Earning FCIB’s Certified International Credit Professional (CICP) designation is a testament to the hard work and discipline it takes credit professionals to further their understanding of global credit.

In the world of credit, confidence and proficiency are key. Achieving certifications through NACM’s six-level Professional Certification Program enables credit professionals to enhance their expertise and skills, empowering them to reach their highest potential.  

Earning NACM’s Credit Business Associate (CBA) designation is a key milestone in your credit career journey, reflecting a strong commitment to learning the ins and outs of credit management whilst aiding your own professional growth.

NACM’s Professional Certification Program gives members an opportunity to deepen their understanding of different areas of credit management. FCIB’s Certified International Credit Professional (CICP) designation is earned by first completing an intensive 13-week course focusing on global credit and risk management and passing the CICP exam.