Founded in 1968, IMC USA is a professional association for management consultants. IMC USA exists to promote excellence and ethics in management consulting through certification, education, and professional resources.

IMC USA is the recognized certifying body in the U.S. for the Certified Management Consultant® – CMC® designation. The Certified Management Consultant® credential is recognized and respected globally as a mark of professionalism, competency and ethical standards.

All IMC members adhere to a rigorous Code of Ethics and enforcement procedures. Independent Management Consultants gain competitive advantage, increased international distinction and visibility by becoming a Certified Management Consultant®. Consulting Firms may apply to become a CMC-Firm.

Certified Management Consultants must prove broad competences in technical and consulting skills and behaviors, repeated client satisfaction, and written and oral ethics examinations. Certified Members must renew their certification every three years.

IMC USA is a member of the International Council of Management Consulting Institutes (ICMCI), which sets global standards for technical competence and professional conduct among professional consultants in its 46 member countries.

Businesses and organizations can hire CMC®s with the assurance that Certified Management Consultants:

• have proven consulting competence and business acumen
• a commitment to staying abreast of current advancements in the industry
• follow guidelines for sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR)
• operate within a sound and ethical framework when advising clients

Visit the IMC USA website today to search for Certified Management Consultants, learn more about the organization, its events and courses for management consultantants and the requirements for becoming a Certified Management Consultant.