Membership Certificate
A CIDM membership certificate confirming the approved professional membership grade.
Experience Route
Doctoral Fellow — Dr. FCIDM
Doctoral Fellowship (Dr. FCIDM) is the Institute’s advanced professional fellowship route for highly accomplished practitioners whose career reflects extensive experience, senior leadership, advanced qualifications and substantial professional contribution.
About This Grade
Over 16 years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree
Doctoral Fellowship (Dr. FCIDM) is the Institute’s advanced professional fellowship route for highly accomplished practitioners whose career reflects extensive experience, senior leadership, advanced qualifications and substantial professional contribution.
The assessment considers the applicant’s professional background, qualifications, experience, responsibilities and evidence of competence. Meeting a stated minimum requirement does not automatically guarantee admission.
Induction / Membership Fee₦250,000 Online Induction / ₦270,000 Physical Induction
Application & Assessment
What applicants should prepare
- Current CV or professional profile.
- Relevant academic and professional qualifications.
- Evidence of work experience and professional responsibilities where applicable.
- Valid identification and information requested by the Institute.
- Any additional evidence requested during professional assessment.
Assessment applies: CIDM may determine the appropriate grade or request additional information before approval.
Doctoral Fellow — Dr. FCIDMOver 16 years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree
Apply for Membership →Who This Membership Is For
Professionals working across the digital economy.
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C-suite and executive marketing leaders
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Directors and senior heads of digital functions
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Senior consultants and advisory professionals
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Experienced founders and agency executives
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Academic-practitioners and senior trainers
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Professionals with extensive leadership and industry contribution
Areas of Specialisation
Your professional recognition can align with your area of expertise.
Applicants may indicate the area most closely aligned with their experience and professional practice. Final certification remains subject to assessment and approval.
Executive Digital Leadership
Digital Transformation
Strategic Marketing & Growth
Digital Business & E-Commerce
Customer Experience Strategy
Digital Brand Leadership
Marketing Innovation & Technology
Professional Consulting & Advisory
What Successful Applicants Receive
A complete professional recognition package.
Professional Certification
One applicable professional certification aligned with the applicant’s assessed area of specialisation.
Award Plaque
A professional award plaque presented as part of the recognition and induction package.
Available Professional Certifications
Select the certification most relevant to your professional expertise.
The final certification awarded is subject to the applicant’s professional background, supporting evidence and CIDM assessment.
✓Chartered Digital Marketing Professional (CDMP)
✓Chartered Social Media Marketing Professional (CSMMP)
✓Chartered Digital Marketing Strategist (CDMS)
✓Chartered Search Engine Marketing Professional (CSEMP)
✓Chartered Search Engine Optimisation Professional (CSEOP)
✓Chartered Content Marketing Professional (CCMP)
✓Chartered Email Marketing Professional (CEMP)
✓Chartered Digital Marketing Manager (CDMM)
✓Chartered Social Media Manager (CSMM)
✓Chartered Digital Marketing Consultant (CDMC)
✓Chartered Digital Brand Strategist (CDBS)
✓Chartered E-Commerce Marketing Professional
✓Chartered Digital Advertising Professional (CDAP)
✓Chartered Customer Experience & Digital Engagement Professional (CXDEP)
Professional Value
Membership designed to support continued professional development.
Professional Recognition
Recognition at the approved membership grade following assessment.
Professional Designation
Use of the applicable CIDM post-nominal designation associated with the approved grade.
CPD & Development
Opportunities to participate in relevant continuing professional development and Institute programmes.
Professional Community
Connection with professionals and leaders across digital marketing and related disciplines.
Apply for Membership
Apply for Doctoral Fellow — Dr. FCIDM
Ready to be assessed for this membership grade? Submit your CV and professional information through the Experience Route application form.