Membership Certificate
A CIDM membership certificate confirming the approved professional membership grade.
Nomination / Institutional Consideration
Honorary Fellowship
Honorary Fellowship is a distinguished institutional recognition for individuals whose leadership, public impact, professional contribution, entrepreneurship, innovation or service aligns with the advancement of marketing, digital transformation, business or society.
About This Grade
Distinguished leadership, service, impact or contribution
Honorary Fellowship is a distinguished institutional recognition for individuals whose leadership, public impact, professional contribution, entrepreneurship, innovation or service aligns with the advancement of marketing, digital transformation, business or society.
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₦500,000
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.
Honorary FellowshipDistinguished leadership, service, impact or contribution
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Professionals working across the digital economy.
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Distinguished business and industry leaders
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Public and private-sector executives
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Entrepreneurs and innovators
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Senior professionals with exceptional industry impact
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Individuals demonstrating significant service or contribution to professional development
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.
Leadership & Industry Impact
Digital Transformation
Business & Entrepreneurship
Marketing Innovation
Professional Development
Public and Social Impact
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
Honorary Fellowship Enquiry
Honorary Fellowship is by nomination or institutional consideration. Contact the Institute to begin an enquiry.