Become a Certified Association Executive through the CAE Program

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1 How do the fees work Each course in the CAE Program has a CSAE member and non-member rate. There is also a one-time materials fee applicable when registering for your first course. Full details and the CAE Program Calculator are available at com/cae. CAE course fees are tax-deductible. Tax receipts will reflect all courses taken during a calendar year and will be issued by February 28 of the following year. How can I register You can register online at by completing the registration form and faxing it to , by phone at x 241 or x 241 or by ing cae@csae.com. Tuition fees can be paid by credit card (VISA, MasterCard, AMEX) or by cheque payable to Canadian Society of Association Executives. Payment must be received in full before the course start date. I write the CAE Exam The CAE Exam is offered three times per year in January, May and August. In order to be eligible to write, you must complete all five CAE courses, be a CSAE member and have a university degree and 2 years of not-for-profit management experience, or 5 years if you do not have a degree. your career in the association sector I get when I have successfully completed the program Once you have successfully completed the program and passed the CAE Exam, you will have earned your CAE designation and can use it after your name as long as you are a member of CSAE in good standing. In addition, you will receive a framed certificate by mail and will be presented the CAE pin at the Honours & Awards ceremony held at the annual CSAE National Conference & Showcase. Are there any other ways to earn the CAE designation If you have at least 10 years of management experience in the association sector and think you ve already mastered most of the competencies, please visit to find out more about PLAR (Prior Learning Assessment Recognition). For more information about the CAE Program, please visit Become a Certified Association Executive through the CAE Program

2 What is the CAE Program The Certified Association Executive (CAE ) Program is the only education program in association management in Canada that leads to a professional designation, CAE (Certified Association Executive). Offered since 1972 by the (CSAE), the Program is a series of five online courses available 24/7, followed by the CAE certification exam. Is the CAE Program for me Do you work for an association or not-for-profit organization Do you (or do you aspire to) work at a managerial level Do you need immediate and applicable knowledge and skills to support you in your career Do you have good timemanagement skills to balance course work with your personal and professional life Do you have access to the internet, and a computer on a regular basis Are you interested in networking with other professionals in the sector Then the CAE Program is for you! I learn in the CAE Program The CAE Program is based on 44 Not-for- Profit Management Competencies (listed at which are essential for effective and successful association management. Competencies include: What are the topics of each of the 5 courses The CAE Program consists of the following five courses: îcae î CAE îcae îcae î CAE 100 Association Leadership, Change, Strategy & Structure 200 Association Membership Services 300 Association Operations I (Operations Support) 400 Association Operations II (Products & Services) 500 Developments in Association Management governance and decision-making strategic management innovation and creativity recruitment and retention human resources member communications marketing

3 How will the CAE Program benefit me According to CAE Program graduates, the primary benefits to completing the program are: knowledge and skills in association management benchmarking networking with peers expanded career opportunities and greater self-confidence and credibility In addition, CSAE s 2011/2012 Association Executive Benefits and Compensation Report found that CAEs earn up to 30% more than their non-certified counterparts. How will the CAE Program benefit my organization In each course, you will have two assignments (e.g. a case study or a benchmarking report). For these assignments, you are encouraged to act as a consultant for your organization, which means your coursework has immediate and practical application to your organization. Can I work at my own pace or do I have to be online at a specific time Each course follows a weekly schedule to enable discussion of lesson material in the forum. It is up to you when participating will best fit into your schedule. We recommend that you put aside time in your schedule as CAE Time to ensure you keep on top of the workload. If you know you are going to be busy or away, you can work ahead or catch up when you return. What support will I receive throughout the program The CAE department will help you with registration, orientation and access to the course content, as well as any technical problems that come up. The courses are all facilitated by CAEs who each have over 25 years of experience in the sector. The instructors will offer guidance and feedback for assignments and will moderate the discussion in the forum throughout the term. In addition, the assigned questions in the discussion forum are specifically designed to get you thinking about your organization. You will share resources, best practices and experiences with colleagues and instructors that will directly benefit the work you do every day. I take a CAE course and how long are they The CAE Program offers all 5 courses over three 12-week terms per year, starting in January, April and September. A student typically spends 10 hours per week on a course but this can vary depending on your experience level in a given topic area, and may increase leading up to an assignment due date. Do I have to take the courses in order There is a natural progression through the CAE Program to help build upon your skills and knowledge of the sector. You do not have to take them in order if you feel there is a particular course that is immediately relevant. However, you must complete CAE 100, 200, 300 and 400 before you can start CAE 500.

4 How do the fees work Each course in the CAE Program has a CSAE member and non-member rate. There is also a one-time materials fee applicable when registering for your first course. Full details and the CAE Program Calculator are available at com/cae. CAE course fees are tax-deductible. Tax receipts will reflect all courses taken during a calendar year and will be issued by February 28 of the following year. How can I register You can register online at by completing the registration form and faxing it to , by phone at x 241 or x 241 or by ing cae@csae.com. Tuition fees can be paid by credit card (VISA, MasterCard, AMEX) or by cheque payable to Canadian Society of Association Executives. Payment must be received in full before the course start date. I write the CAE Exam The CAE Exam is offered three times per year in January, May and August. In order to be eligible to write, you must complete all five CAE courses, be a CSAE member and have a university degree and 2 years of not-for-profit management experience, or 5 years if you do not have a degree. I get when I have successfully completed the program Once you have successfully completed the program and passed the CAE Exam, you will have earned your CAE designation and can use it after your name as long as you are a member of CSAE in good standing. In addition, you will receive a framed certificate by mail and will be presented the CAE pin at the Honours & Awards ceremony held at the annual CSAE National Conference & Showcase. Are there any other ways to earn the CAE designation If you have at least 10 years of management experience in the association sector and think you ve already mastered most of the competencies, please visit to find out more about PLAR (Prior Learning Assessment Recognition). For more information about the CAE Program, please visit

5 CAE Program Registration Form CSAE ID: First Name Title Last Name Organization Address City Province Postal Code Telephone Fax Select Your CAE Course(s): О CAE 100 Association Leadership, Change, Strategy & Structure О CAE 200 Association Membership Services О CAE 300 Association Operations I (Operations Support) О CAE 400 Association Operations II (Products & Services) О CAE 500 Developments in Association Management Term Start Dates: Fee: О Spring April 30, 2012 О CSAE Member $699 О Fall September 10, 2012 О Non-member $799 О WINTER January 7, 2013 *NOTE: If this is your first CAE course, you must pay a non-refundable $100 materials fee. Please select one of the following tax rates based on your province of residence. (#R ) Course Fee(s) $ Materials Fee* (if applicable) $ Less discount (if applicable) $ Add 5% GST (AB, SK, MB, QC, PEI, YT, NT, NU) $ OR 12% HST (BC) $ OR 13% HST (ON, NB, NL) $ OR 15% HST (NS) $ TOTAL $ Payment Information: Payment by: О Visa О MasterCard О American Express О Cheque (payable to CSAE) Card number: Expiry date (mm/yy): / Cardholder s name: Signature: Date: CAE Department Policies: Registration deadline is 10 days before the term start date. Payment must be received prior to the course start date. Participants may cancel and receive a refund minus a $100 administration fee up to 10 days after the course start date. Refunds will not be available more than 10 days into the course. The materials fee is non-refundable. I have read and understand the aforementioned policies. Signature: Date: Please return to: Fax: cae@csae.com