Certified Graphic Communications Manager

(CGCM) Certification

The In-Plant Printing and Mailing Association's (IPMA) Certified Graphic Communications Manager (CGCM) designation was created in 1976 to establish a professional standard of proficiency for the in-house graphic arts and printing management profession. Certification is achieved through demonstrated management experience, professionalism and successful completion of a comprehensive examination. 

The objectives of the Certified Graphic Communications Manager designation are:

• To encourage individual professional growth and attainment of technical and managerial knowledge.
• To create a positive image and advance the stature of effective in-house graphic communications managers.
• To emphasize the knowledge and expertise required to excel in the in-house graphic communications field.
• To identify, through the CGCM designation, those managers who have attained a high level of competence and professionalism