Need extra points for the CAE Application? Earn them with Association Connection!

Need extra points for the CAE Application? Earn them with Association Connection!

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Materials
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The full course requires the following publications:
- Association Law Handbook, 4th Edition
- Association Law Update
- Professional Practices in Association Management, 2nd Edition
- The Will to Govern Well
- How to Read Nonprofit Financial Statements
- Membership Essentials
- CAE Resource Kit of Supplemental Readings
These books can be purchased online.
The full course requires the following publications:
- Association Law Handbook, 4th Edition
- Association Law Update
- Professional Practices in Association Management, 2nd Edition
- The Will to Govern Well
- How to Read Nonprofit Financial Statements
- Membership Essentials
- CAE Resource Kit of Supplemental Readings
These books can be purchased online.
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ASAE Application
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If you are sitting for the December 2010 exam, the early deadline is September 10, 2010 and the extended deadline is October 8, 2010. CAE exam applications are available from MSAE or at ASAE.
If you are sitting for the December 2010 exam, the early deadline is September 10, 2010 and the extended deadline is October 8, 2010. CAE exam applications are available from MSAE or at ASAE.
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Requirements
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Candidates are required to be employed full-time for three years as a chief staff executive OR five years as an executive-level, association manager. Candidates must also have 100-hours of broad-based, association management-related professional development with no more than 20% in any one domain within the last five years. This education must be directly related to nonprofit management. It should not be industry-specific, or required for the candidate’s particular position within their organization.
Candidates are required to be employed full-time for three years as a chief staff executive OR five years as an executive-level, association manager. Candidates must also have 100-hours of broad-based, association management-related professional development with no more than 20% in any one domain within the last five years. This education must be directly related to nonprofit management. It should not be industry-specific, or required for the candidate’s particular position within their organization.
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CAE Preparation Course
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REGISTER FOR THE Fall 2010 COURSE...
What is the CAE?
For over half a century, the Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation remains the symbol for excellence in every facet of association management. The program is designed to elevate professional standards, enhance individual performance, and designate association professionals who demonstrate the knowledge essential to the practice of association management. Those who are currently employed with an association and are looking to move into a chief staff position in the near future, should consider this certification.
Benefits of Becoming a CAE
- Self-confidence. 70% of CAE test takers report enhancing knowledge, improving advancement opportunities, and evaluating their status as their motivation.
- Value and recognition particularly among board leaders, members, and those involved in hiring nonprofit professionals.
- Creates connections through a range of CAE-only events and increased volunteer leadership opportunities through the Michigan Society of Association Executives (MSAE) and the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE).
About the MSAE Preparation Course
MSAE has helped more association executives become CAE’s than any other entity through online education, study guide reading comprehension questions, and CAE Terminology and Key Concepts Flashcards. All conference calls are recorded for those who are unable to participate in the scheduled calls. Registrants can participate from their home, office, or while traveling.
Course Instructor
Sue Radwan, CAE, facilitates high-level discussions on the domain content. The owner of Leading Edge Mentoring, she has spent over 20 years developing professional education for associations, including a national designation program. Radwan has considerable experience working with associations in the areas of board leadership and development, enhancing communications, strategic planning and human resource management. She will provide valuable guidance on certification information and tips for taking multiple-choice tests.
Questions? Contact Kelly Chase.

REGISTER FOR THE Fall 2010 COURSE...
What is the CAE?
For over half a century, the Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation remains the symbol for excellence in every facet of association management. The program is designed to elevate professional standards, enhance individual performance, and designate association professionals who demonstrate the knowledge essential to the practice of association management. Those who are currently employed with an association and are looking to move into a chief staff position in the near future, should consider this certification.
Benefits of Becoming a CAE
- Self-confidence. 70% of CAE test takers report enhancing knowledge, improving advancement opportunities, and evaluating their status as their motivation.
- Value and recognition particularly among board leaders, members, and those involved in hiring nonprofit professionals.
- Creates connections through a range of CAE-only events and increased volunteer leadership opportunities through the Michigan Society of Association Executives (MSAE) and the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE).
About the MSAE Preparation Course
MSAE has helped more association executives become CAE’s than any other entity through online education, study guide reading comprehension questions, and CAE Terminology and Key Concepts Flashcards. All conference calls are recorded for those who are unable to participate in the scheduled calls. Registrants can participate from their home, office, or while traveling.
Course Instructor
Sue Radwan, CAE, facilitates high-level discussions on the domain content. The owner of Leading Edge Mentoring, she has spent over 20 years developing professional education for associations, including a national designation program. Radwan has considerable experience working with associations in the areas of board leadership and development, enhancing communications, strategic planning and human resource management. She will provide valuable guidance on certification information and tips for taking multiple-choice tests.
Questions? Contact Kelly Chase.
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Full Course
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Begins on August 17 with an orientation
Ends on November 22 with a Wrap-Up and Simulated Exam
This course is recommended for all CAE Candidates with one of the highest success rates in the country.
- Kick-off and online orientation
- Mentor search for a CAE in your area
- Personalized guidance on application process
- Assistance in locating cost effective options to fulfill professional development requirements
- Full-time instructor who will monitor your process and respond to your questions
- Online and Phone Community
- Online Scenarios
- Domain specific "Quick Keys"
- 3 Rounds of Domain exams
- 1 day wrap-up with 200-Question Simulated Exam
- Important tips on multiple-choice test taking
- Over 30 E-Lectures summarizing materials drawn from the 17 texts from the CAE Authoritative Literature List
- Reading outline of course resources
- Special price of $525 for all reading materials and resources covered in the course
- Organized reunion with peers at the ASAE Annual Meeting
Begins on August 17 with an orientation
Ends on November 22 with a Wrap-Up and Simulated Exam
This course is recommended for all CAE Candidates with one of the highest success rates in the country.
- Kick-off and online orientation
- Mentor search for a CAE in your area
- Personalized guidance on application process
- Assistance in locating cost effective options to fulfill professional development requirements
- Full-time instructor who will monitor your process and respond to your questions
- Online and Phone Community
- Online Scenarios
- Domain specific "Quick Keys"
- 3 Rounds of Domain exams
- 1 day wrap-up with 200-Question Simulated Exam
- Important tips on multiple-choice test taking
- Over 30 E-Lectures summarizing materials drawn from the 17 texts from the CAE Authoritative Literature List
- Reading outline of course resources
- Special price of $525 for all reading materials and resources covered in the course
- Organized reunion with peers at the ASAE Annual Meeting
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Concentrated Course
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Begins on October 1 with an Orientation Conference Call
Ends on November 22 with a Wrap-Up and Simulated Exam
This course is for those individuals who have begun their CAE exam preparation after September 10.
- Organized reading list with 3 core books + 1 critical resource to accommodate the concentrated study weeks
- Domain specific “Quick Keys”
- Weekly schedule of Study Group Calls
- 1 day wrap-up with 200-Question Simulated Exam
- Important tips on taking a multiple-choice test
- Special price of $380 to purchase all reading materials and resources covered in the concentrated course
- Organized reunion with peers at the ASAE Annual Meeting
Begins on October 1 with an Orientation Conference Call
Ends on November 22 with a Wrap-Up and Simulated Exam
This course is for those individuals who have begun their CAE exam preparation after September 10.
- Organized reading list with 3 core books + 1 critical resource to accommodate the concentrated study weeks
- Domain specific “Quick Keys”
- Weekly schedule of Study Group Calls
- 1 day wrap-up with 200-Question Simulated Exam
- Important tips on taking a multiple-choice test
- Special price of $380 to purchase all reading materials and resources covered in the concentrated course
- Organized reunion with peers at the ASAE Annual Meeting
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CRAM Session
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November 5-November 7- Detroit, MI
This is the ideal program for CAE candidates who have been through a preparation course or are taking the CAE exam for a second time. It is recommended for those taking the December 2010 exam who have read the Professional Practices of Association Management and Association Law Handbook. The course will provide review and discussion of key decisions frequently tested in the CAE exam.
- Face-to-face classroom experience
- Take home Workbook
- Self Assessments
- Exercises to internalize domain concepts
- Planning models
- Review on each domain key concepts
- Rules of thumb
- Commonly held misconceptions
November 5-November 7- Detroit, MI
This is the ideal program for CAE candidates who have been through a preparation course or are taking the CAE exam for a second time. It is recommended for those taking the December 2010 exam who have read the Professional Practices of Association Management and Association Law Handbook. The course will provide review and discussion of key decisions frequently tested in the CAE exam.
- Face-to-face classroom experience
- Take home Workbook
- Self Assessments
- Exercises to internalize domain concepts
- Planning models
- Review on each domain key concepts
- Rules of thumb
- Commonly held misconceptions
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Fall 2010 Schedule
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| Kick-Off Orientation Conference Call |
Aug 17 (4-5:30pm EST)
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| On-Line Orientation |
Aug 17-Aug 27 |
Knowledge Management (Domain 4)
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Wk of Aug 27 |
| How to Read Financial Statements Conf Call |
TBD |
| Public Policy, Gov Rel & Coaltion Bldg (Domain 6) |
Wk of Sep 3 |
Governance & Structure (Domain 5)
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Wk of Sep 10 |
| ASAE Application Deadline |
Sep 10 |
| Governance & Structure (Domain 5 Continued) |
Wk of Sep 17 |
| Administration (Domain 3) |
Wk of Sep 24 |
| Round 1 Conference Call |
Sep 27 (4-5:30pm EST) |
| Leadership (Domain 2) |
Wk of Oct 1 |
| Concentrated Course Begins |
Oct 1 |
| ASAE Extended Application Deadline (add'l $100) |
Oct 8 |
| Organizational Management (Domain 1) |
Wk of Oct 8 |
Organizational Management (Domain 1 Continued)
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Wk of Oct 15 |
| Membership Development (Domain 7) |
Wk of Oct 22 |
| Round 2 Conference Call |
Oct 25 (4-5:30pm EST) |
| Programs, Products & Services (Domain 8) |
Wk of Oct 29 |
| Marketing, PR & Communications (Domain 9) |
Wk of Nov 5 |
| CRAM Session |
Nov 5- Nov 7 |
Marketing, PR & Communications (Domain 9 Continued)
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Wk of Nov 12 |
| Round 3 Conference Call |
Nov 15 (4-5:30pm EST) |
| Wrap-up & Test Taking Practice |
Nov 22(9am-5pm EST) |
| CAE Exam |
Dec 3 |
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Registration
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There are two ways to register for the Fall 2010 CAE Prep Course:
1. Click here for online regisration (credit cards only).
2. Click here to download a PDF of the registration form. Individuals outside of the state of Michigan that are a member of your local SAE should utilize the PDF registration form in order to receive member rates.
There are two ways to register for the Fall 2010 CAE Prep Course:
1. Click here for online regisration (credit cards only).
2. Click here to download a PDF of the registration form. Individuals outside of the state of Michigan that are a member of your local SAE should utilize the PDF registration form in order to receive member rates.
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Prices
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Full Course
Member of allied society $695
Non-member $795
Concentrated Course
Member of allied society $450
Non-member $550
CRAM Session
Current CAE Course Participants $250
Past CAE Course Participants $350
New registrants $450
Book Set $525*
To order the complete book set online, click here.
Please note: books may be ordered individually as well as in a set.
*Includes all six text books, a CAE resource kit CAE Terminology and Key Concepts Flashcards, shipping and handling. Basic Book Set without flashcards may be purchased for a total of $450.
Concentrated Book Set $380*
To order the concentrated book set online, click here.
Please note: books may be ordered individually as well as in a set.
*Includes three core books from ASAE's CAE Authoritative Liturature List, CAE Key Concepts and Terminology Flashcards, and one critical resource.
Terminology and Key Concepts Flash Cards Only $100*
*Includes shipping and handling.
Full Course
Member of allied society $695
Non-member $795
Concentrated Course
Member of allied society $450
Non-member $550
CRAM Session
Current CAE Course Participants $250
Past CAE Course Participants $350
New registrants $450
Book Set $525*
To order the complete book set online, click here.
Please note: books may be ordered individually as well as in a set.
*Includes all six text books, a CAE resource kit CAE Terminology and Key Concepts Flashcards, shipping and handling. Basic Book Set without flashcards may be purchased for a total of $450.
Concentrated Book Set $380*
To order the concentrated book set online, click here.
Please note: books may be ordered individually as well as in a set.
*Includes three core books from ASAE's CAE Authoritative Liturature List, CAE Key Concepts and Terminology Flashcards, and one critical resource.
Terminology and Key Concepts Flash Cards Only $100*
*Includes shipping and handling.
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Cancellation Policy
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All cancellations/refunds must be submitted in writing to the MSAE office. A 10% administrative fee will be charged for any and all cancellations and refund requests. Substitutions are accepted in lieu of cancellation and will be charged the appropriate registration fee if different from original registration. Refunds will not be granted within 5 business days of the event.
All cancellations/refunds must be submitted in writing to the MSAE office. A 10% administrative fee will be charged for any and all cancellations and refund requests. Substitutions are accepted in lieu of cancellation and will be charged the appropriate registration fee if different from original registration. Refunds will not be granted within 5 business days of the event.
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