Certification Magazine - November 2007 - (Page 23)

content to be at the master’s level and the bachelor’s level for CABM. Within 16 hours, CBM candidates must pass a four-part exam that consists of 400 questions and a written case analysis. The exam is pass/fail. The CABM exam consists of 200 multiple-choice questions. Four hours are allotted to complete the exam, and you must score at least 75 percent to pass. The CBM and CABM are independent certifications — one does not lead to the other, and CBM eligibility requirements are not waived for CABM holders. Outside the professional realm, many colleges and universities offer some form of certificate in business management. These are not certifications, and they typically do not have exams but only require attendance. The prerequisites will vary, but many continuing education programs will not require formal prerequisites. From that perspective, you only get out of it what you put into it, and it is harder to provide an employer with an objective measure of your knowledge. These programs, however, usually cover topic areas similar to those in the CBM and CABM. Depending on your experience and circumstances, these programs might be used as a step toward certification or as an alternative. It’s easy for IT pros to focus on just refining their technical skills. Certifications are a great way to do this and demonstrate to employers both your commitment and your ability. Nontechnical certifications can play a similar role in helping your career. They will provide you with the knowledge to be more successful in your projects and responsibilities, help you better understand how technology fits into your organization’s business objectives and prepare you for new opportunities. So, the next time you’re thinking about professional development, take a look at nontechnical certifications. One of them may be just what you need. 8 Robert Winding is an information security professional at the University of Notre Dame, where he designs, implements and supports information security solutions. He can be reached at editor@certmag.com. November 2007 CERTIFICATION MAGAZINE 23 http://www.americansentinel.edu/Programs/Certifications/ http://www.americansentinel.edu/Programs/Certifications/

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Certification Magazine - November 2007

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