2025 Fall CAE Concentrated Prep Course

The Concentrated Course is an accelerated course ideal for those who are familiar with the CAE exam content but who are looking for a more structured and targeted approach to test preparation. Condensed to an 8-week period, participants engage in weekly group video calls, receive organized reading lists and test-taking tips, and participate in a 200-question simulated exam. 

Course Fees & Registration

• MSAE Members: $1,050 
• Non-Members: $1,250

Members of partner societies are eligible for a 20% discount. Contact your state/regional society for the discount code.  

Expert Faculty

Sue Radwan, MEd, CAE, SMP, ARM
Owner, Leading Edge Mentoring

As the Executive Managing Editor for the ASAE Professional Practices Handbook of Professional Practices in Association Management, Sue and her legacy in association management have been recognized and validated by her peers in the industry.

Radwan facilitates high-level discussions on the domain content. 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.

Textbooks & Study Materials

The following resources are recommended for this course:

• Professional Practices in Association Management, 5th Edition-Updated-Not Yet Available
• Membership Essentials: Recruitment, Retention, Roles, Responsibilities, and Resources, 2nd Edition
• CAE Terminology and Key Concepts Flashcards-Updated-Not Yet Available

You may be eligible to receive MSAE’s Kevin A. Kelly Scholarship. To be eligible, you must have been an Active or Associate member of MSAE for at least one year, with current dues paid-to-date.