To gain the Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing, a pass in both mandatory modules plus the elective module is required. However, each module can be taken as an individual award, which can be built up to achieve the full qualification.

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Qualification overview

The Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing is designed to offer progression from all CIM Level 3 qualifications and also links with the Certificate in Professional Marketing. Successful completion of the Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing will equip you with the knowledge, skills and understanding to support decision making within a digital context at an operational level and carry out an essential and successful professional marketing role within the workplace. Some typical job titles of those studying this qualification may include: marketing executive, marketing officer, marketing communications executive and communications specialist.

 

How it will benefit you

• Get a unique opportunity to blend practical skills and academic understanding

• Improve your global competitive advantage, increase your confidence and employability

• Keep up with the latest trends and stay ahead in your field

• Invaluable opportunity to network with other marketers

• CIM qualifications are recognised by businesses all over the world.

 

Entry criteria

One or more of the following is required to gain entry onto this qualification:

• CIM Level 3 Introductory Certificate in Marketing qualification or CIM Level 3 Foundation Certificate in Marketing or CIM Level 3 Foundation Certificate in Professional Marketing or CIM Level 3 Foundation Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing

• Any relevant Level 3 qualification – Any UK Degree or International equivalent – International Baccalaureate (equivalent to NQF Level 3 and above)

• Professional practice (suggested one year in a marketing role) and diagnostic assessment onto Level 4.

 

If English is not your first language, you will also need to provide evidence of achieving one of the following English language qualifications within the last two years:

• IELTS Academic Module with an overall score of 6.5 (each component pass mark must be 6.0 or above)

• Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English grade B or above.

 

CIM will consider other equivalent alternatives.

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