“This agreement between IAEE and MyCEB will extend reciprocal membership benefits to the respective members of both organizations,” said MyCEB Chief Executive Officer Dato’ Sri Abdul Khani Daud. “MyCEB is pleased to offer professional upskilling for our industry players and this collaboration with IAEE is an important step for us to assure international clients that Malaysia is able provide services that meets the international standard. Moreover, this learning program will solidify Malaysia’s readiness to cater to the ever-demanding exhibitions and events industry and to position Malaysia as a leading business events destination.”

IAEE’s Certification Journey, sponsored by Freeman, embodies a commitment to one’s career development in the exhibitions and events industry. The program offers a certificate program in workforce development training for those who may be starting their career and takes the participant through to professional designation programs including the CEM and CEM-Advanced Professional designation programs. Also included is the CEM Fellow and CEM Emeritus appointments for industry veterans.

MyCEB will be offering the CEM designation program as part of its learning journey. The CEM designation is a globally recognized designation that demonstrates the highest professional standard throughout the exhibitions and events management arena. It was first created in 1975 to raise professional standards in the events industry, and it continues to be the premier mark of professional achievement. The CEM Learning Program accommodates short- and long-term career goals with education that can be tailored to meet specific needs and interests.