Certificate in Applied Association Management

Learn it. Apply it. Prove it.

Association management is a profession — and the knowledge, judgement and experience required to do it well deserve to be recognised.

The Certificate in Applied Association Management (CAAM) is NZSAE’s practical, sector-led professional certificate for people working in and leading membership organisations across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Built around real association practice, CAAM helps you strengthen your knowledge, learn alongside experienced peers and demonstrate your capability across the core areas of association management.

Whether you are new to the sector, stepping into greater responsibility or seeking formal recognition of your professional development, CAAM provides a clear and achievable pathway.

Your CAAM Pathway

Who is CAAM for?

CAAM has been designed for people working throughout the association and membership sector, including:

Association managers and emerging leaders
Membership and engagement professionals
Communications and event professionals
Operations and administration managers
Chief executives and executive directors
People who are new to association management
Experienced professionals seeking recognition of their knowledge
Organisations wanting a structured development pathway for their staff

You do not need to hold a senior title to begin. CAAM is designed to support people at different stages of their association career.

What You’ll Gain

Practical knowledge across all key areas of association management
Learn from experts and peers
Ideas and tools you can use immediately
A stronger professional network
Recognition of your commitment and capability

Five Core. Three of your choice.

One Course. One Assessment.