About CIM | Chartered Managers Canada's London Chapter
Chapter Overview
Since 1942, CIM | Chartered Managers Canada has been dedicated to providing management training, recognition and fellowship for Canadian managers at all levels of the profession. The London Chapter was established in 1962 to provide general management education and training for professionals moving into a management position. For more than half a century, London Chapter has been the leader in management training in the local area. Today, CIM | Chartered Managers Canada has 15 Chapters in eight provinces and two territories, with members all across Canada.
The London Chapter is proud to be partnered with multiple post secondary institutions in the area for our adult learning. The program is designed to give general management education in a user-friendly environment. Members have the opportunity to work with like-minded individuals, while enhancing their academic skills. Once they have obtained their C.I.M. or C.Mgr. designation, credits can be transferred to Continuing Studies towards the Professional Certificate in Management.
CIM grants two designations to those who qualify. The Certified in Management designation (C.I.M.) and the Chartered Manager designation (C.Mgr.) signify Canada's leaders in general management and administration.
London Chapter Education Partnerships
CIM | Chartered Managers Canada values education that empowers students to develop their skills and grow into confident and competent managers and business leaders. The London Chapter in has specifically partnered with a number of post-secondary institutions in the snowbelt area of Ontario to ensure that they offer programs that meet the requirements of the Chartered Manager Program (CMP) so students can become eligible for our management designations upon completing their program. If you are looking at post-secondary programs in London and the surrounding area to advance your career in management, consider these programs to help you obtain our C.I.M. and C.Mgr. designations.
- Lambton College Advanced Diploma in Business Administration – General
- Lambton College Advanced Diploma in Business Administration – Accounting
- Western University School of Continuing Studies Professional Certificate in Business Management
- Western University School of Continuing Studies Certificate in Public Sector Management
Chartered Managers Are In Demand In London
London is home to a strong, diverse and vibrant economy with strong educational services, health care and social assistance, retail, accommodation and food services, as well as professional, scientific and technical services. With this much diversity in the economic environment, there is no shortage of demand for knowledgeable and competent managers who can direct their resources effectively to produce results. CIM | Chartered Managers Canada’s members who hold a Chartered Manager (C.Mgr.) or Certified in Management (C.I.M.) designation are widely recognized in the region as prime candidates for roles in their organizations. The fastest growing sectors in the London area include:
Agriculture & Food
London is nationally recognized as a test market city, making it an ideal place for companies to develop and pilot test new food products before launching them nationwide. This sector currently employs more than 7000 people across over 90 companies of varying size that are involved in large scale meat processing, frozen foods, alcoholic beverages, with rapidly growing subsectors in health and fermented foods, cannabis, and ready-made meals.
Manufacturing
London’s manufacturing sector represents approximately 12% of all employment in the region with over 34,000 people employed across more than 500 companies that produce everything from construction fixtures to car components, to water treatment technologies and even aircraft. With a massive manufacturing sector, the need for competent and qualified managers is always at an all-time high.
Digital Media & Technology
With London being a national test market city, the digital media and technology sector has boomed to become home to some of the fastest growing tech companies in North America. With over 350 companies in the area that employ over 9000 people in information communication technology, digital media & advertising, software as a service (SaaS), video game development, eCommerce, and financial technology, managers have no shortage of opportunities to push the industry forward and make their mark in this sector.
Healthcare & Health Tech
London’s hospitals and 100+ companies employ more than 25,000 people in the area. London is a hub for biotech companies, pharmaceutical companies, and medical device manufacturers. Supported by the strong academic and clinical research capabilities of London’s research facilities and teaching hospitals, the healthcare industry is strong and fully equipped to support businesses of any size in their endeavours. Managers who want to contribute towards the advancement of healthcare in Canada will find many opportunities to do so in London.
Professional Services
London is an established regional center for professional business services that span over 500 companies with over 52,000 employees in education, government, finance, insurance, accounting, customer service, and corporate offices. For managers looking for a more traditional career path in the corporate world and finance, there is no shortage of companies that are always on the hunt for the most competent talent to fill their management positions.
Join CIM | Chartered Managers Canada's London Chapter Today
Join the London Chapter of CIM | Chartered Managers Canada to become a part of a prestigious group of business leaders. Joining as a CIM member will give you access to a wide network of management professionals, management and leadership resources like white papers, case studies and thought leadership pieces, our exclusive on-demand portal ManagementDirect, and give you the ability to hold our prestigious management designations. If you’re ready to get noticed and recognized internationally as a true business leader, then join CIM | Chartered Managers Canada!
Contact Information
Suite 311 - 80 Bradford Street
Barrie, ON L4N 6S7
Tel: (705) 725-8926
Email: (preferred) admin@cim.ca
Chapter Committee Members
Chapter Committee Members:
Membership – Dr. Mardi Stevenson, C.I.M., C.Mgr.
Advisor – Donald Morgan, C.I.M., P.Mgr., C.Mgr.
London is pleased to welcome members in the following categories:
- C.Mgr.
- C.I.M.
- Associate Member
- Student (Accredited and non-Accredited)
- Retired
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