Earn the ACoM Designation

Make your mark early in your commercial property management career.
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Earning the ACoM® Certification shows employers and clients that you’re passionate about commercial real estate management and have the credibility and expertise to back up that passion. The ACoM® Program explores key concepts related to ethical real estate management and reviews the following key competency areas related to effective commercial management: human resources and relationship management, property financial management, maintenance and risk management, and marketing and leasing.

​You must have a minimum of one (1) year of qualifying experience, meeting minimum criteria, in order to qualify.  ​

APPLY FOR THE ACoM designation

ACoM Program

To obtain the ACoM® designation you must complete the following:
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REIC2600: Ethics in Business Practice
CML201: Managing Commercial Properties 
OR
MXD201: Managing Mixed-Use Properties
ACoM® Examination

The ACoM® program will take the typical candidate 6-12 months to complete.

Cost
It will cost the typical candidate who has been accepted into the ACoM® program approx. $4470 plus taxes.
This cost is Inclusive of the application fee, candidate dues, and all required courses.

APPLY FOR THE ACoM® PROGRAM

Admission Requirements: What do I need to apply?

Education​​

• REIC may recognize experience-based learning in place of formal educational qualifications as well as non-formal learning which is learning that is undertaken through a structured program but does not lead to a formally recognized qualification
• Provide proof of any real estate education, training or designation programs that you have completed throughout your career (eg. CPM®, CAM, RAM CRM, or PCAM)

Experience

• Cover letter and resume highlighting your experience and any formal/non-formal learning or experienced based learning.
• Earn 12 months of commercial real estate management experience meeting minimum portfolios performing 14 of the 29 job functions used to define a commercial property manager on that portfolio.  Experience does not need to be in sequential months. View functions and portfolio requirements.

Expertise

• Minimum of 1 reference letter (to confirm industry experience)
• 2 letters of recommendation (from peers, colleagues, and/or clients)
• Accolades and/or awards of excellence received pertaining to your career 

I QUALIFY AND I'M READY TO APPLY

Did you know?

A Fast Track Pathway is available for ACoM® candidates who meet certain experience or educational qualifications.

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The ACoM Roadmap

Take the steps to earning the ACoM® (Accredited Commercial Manager​) designation

GET STARTED

Prior to applying, you must meet ACoM® admission requirements. We also strongly recommend attending an REIC Information Session where we will guide you through what you need, the process, and answer any questions you have.

Meet admissions requirements?
Find and register for an upcoming Info Session.

APPLY

Complete the application package to apply for the Designation Program. Once your application is approved and you have accepted the REIC Code of Professional Standards, you will become an REIC Candidate and begin your journey to designation.

REQUIRED EDUCATION​

You must successfully complete and pass the following courses:

REIC2600, CML201 OR MXD201
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ACoM® Certification Exam

ACHIEVE DESIGNATION

​You will receive your designation certificate, ACoM® pin and full REIC Membership after all requirements have been met. 

I'M READY TO APPLY

Why Achieve the ACoM Designation

~ Expand your network. Meet future employers. And consult with your peers.
~ Receive annual IREM and REIC membership and all the benefits that come with it.
~ Learn advanced skills in commercial property accounting, budgeting, and capitalization.
~ Master the different types of commercial leases, and negotiating them.

Why Hire an ACoM

​~ Have demonstrated expertise in crucial areas of commercial property management.
~ Reflects a commitment to ethical conduct and adherence to professional standards within the real estate industry. 
~ Provides assurance that the individual is well-equipped to handle the complexities of commercial property management, from financial oversight to lease negotiations and tenant relations.

Elizabeth Badley CLO ACoM®

"The designation not only enhances your knowledge but also boosts your credibility and opens doors for career advancement and networking opportunities within the industry."

Find an ACoM Near You

​You can search for an ACoM® professional in your area using the Member directory.

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