Become an
IMM Institute Associate
Elevate your career, expand your network, and gain industry recognition with an IMM Institute Associateship. Whether you’re an individual or a corporate entity, Associateship provides exclusive access to resources, events, and a thriving community of industry professionals.
Key Benefits
Access to industry-leading education and professional development
Networking and collaboration opportunities at events and forums
Recognition for your skills, experience, and industry contributions
Exclusive access to publications, awards, and recruitment platforms
IMM Institute Associateship Models
Find the ideal Associateship option tailored to your professional growth and business needs:
Corporate Associates of the IMM Institute, join the Institute in inspiring business success through a connected marketing community. Companies can showcase their commitment to the marketing and supply chain professions, and in so doing, support the Institute’s endeavour to ensure that businesses uphold industry best-practice.
Corporate Associates Receive:
- Brand exposure at IMM events and online platforms
- Access to exclusive industry events, workshops, and networking opportunities
- Opportunities to provide insights at marketing forums
- Access to special interest groups and partnerships
IMM Graduate School Students & Alumni
- Current Students: Professional Development fee is valued at R1,780 per Semester
- IMM Alumni: R4,180 per level (or R418 per month)
- Other Tertiary Institution Graduates: R4,180 per level (or R418 per month)
Corporate associateship is available at three different levels
R15,000
per annum
Benefits
- Seat at the bi-annual IMM Executive Think Tank
- Logo and link on IMM website
- Listing in The IMM Quarterly electronic newsletter
- Banners and brochures at IMM functions and events
- Listing in The IMM Quarterly electronic newsletter
- 5 Free copies of the Strategic Marketing for Africa print publication
- Subscription to The IMM Quarterly electronic newsletter
- Unlimited use of the IMM Job Market for recruitment purposes
- Slot at IMM Recruitment Day
- 30% Discount on IMM Short Courses
- 30% Discount on all IMM functions and events
- 30% Discount on ads placed in The IMM Quarterly
- 2 Individual Associates for the year of Corporate Associateship
- Framed IMM affiliation certificate and digital badge
R9,000
per annum
Benefits
- Banners and brochures at IMM functions and events
- 3 Free copies of the Strategic Marketing for Africa print publication
- Subscription to The IMM Quarterly electronic newsletter
- Unlimited use of the IMM Job Market for recruitment purposes
- Slot at IMM Recruitment Day
- 20% Discount on IMM Short Courses
- 20% Discount on all IMM functions and events
- 20% Discount on ads placed in The IMM Quarterly
- 1 Individual Associate for the year of Corporate Associateship
- Framed IMM affiliation certificate and digital badge
R5,000
per annum
Benefits
- 1 Free copy of the Strategic Marketing for Africa print publication
- Subscription to The IMM Quarterly electronic newsletter
- Unlimited use of the IMM Job Market for recruitment purposes
- Slot at IMM Recruitment Day
- 10% Discount on IMM Short Courses
- 10% Discount on all IMM functions and events
- 10% Discount on ads placed in The IMM Quarterly
- 1 Individual Associate for the year of Corporate Associateship
- Framed IMM affiliation certificate and digital badge
Individual Associates can join the IMM Community through a number of ways:
1. Platinum Professional Associate (Lifetime Associateship at No Cost)
Eligible individuals can earn Platinum Professional Associateship by meeting these criteria:
- Hold a marketing or business qualification authenticated by an institution
- Have 10+ years of experience in marketing or a related field
- Hold a senior position in an organisation
2. Professional Development Associate
Progress through three levels of professional development to earn Life-Time Associateship:
Bronze Level:
Complete 5 activities
Silver Level:
Complete 5 additional activities
Gold Level:
Complete 5 final activities
Upon completing 15 activities, you will achieve Life-Time Associateship with the IMM Institute.
IMM Graduate School Students & Alumni
- Current Students: Professional Development fee is valued at R1,780 per Semester
- IMM Alumni: R4,180 per level (or R418 per month)
- Other Tertiary Institution Graduates: R4,180 per level (or R418 per month)
Individual Associateship
Individual Associates can join the IMM Community through a number of ways:
Professional Associates
An Individual may gain life-time Platinum Associateship to the IMM Institute at no cost if they submit a CV and Certificates displaying that they meet the following criteria:
- Hold a marketing or business qualification that can be authenticated by an institutional authority
- Have 10 years working experience in a marketing or related industry
- Hold a senior position within their organisation
Professional Development Associates
Individual Associateship may also be acquired by participating in Professional Development initiatives, moving through three Levels:
Bronze | Silver | Gold
Associates need to complete a minimum of five (5) Professional Development Activities per Level to obtain certification. Activities are selected from a bouquet of options to appeal to individuals at different stages of their careers. By the end of the third Level (Gold), an Associate would need to have completed a minimum of fifteen (15) Activities during the three Levels, for which they will then receive life-time Associateship to the Institute.
Professional Development Associates
For students currently completing a qualification with the IMM Graduate School, Professional Development is payable along with the Semester Support Fee each semester – R1780 per semester. Students completing shorter qualifications with the IMM Graduate School will need to complete at least one of the Professional Development Levels and will be awarded with the relevant Associateship Level to the Institute of Marketing Management. These students are however welcome to complete further Levels, and will need to enrol via the Institute and make payment as an IMM Alumni in order to complete the remaining Levels.
IMM Graduate School Alumni
A graduate holding an IMM Graduate School qualification – R4 180 Annually per Level (or R418 per month)
PD Associate (Professional Development Associate)
An individual holding a relevant marketing qualification from another reputable tertiary institution – R4 180 Annually per Level (or R418 per month)
Rising Leaders, Thriving Careers
Andrew Camp
Professional Associate
Newly Appointed Head of Sales at Sun International
Andrew Camp
Professional Associate
Newly Appointed Head of Sales at Sun International
Andrew Camp
Professional Associate
Newly Appointed Head of Sales at Sun International
Andrew Camp
Professional Associate
Newly Appointed Head of Sales at Sun International
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE: Complete a minimum of 5 Professional Development Activities per Level |
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATE: PLATINUM MEMBER |
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Level 1: BRONZE |
Level 2: SILVER |
Level 3: GOLD |
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Life-time Associateship of the IMM |
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Eligible to join annual exchange tour |
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Access to the menu of Professional Development Activities |
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Free attendance of monthly IMM Fridays |
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Discount on annual conference and workshops |
5% |
10% |
20% |
30% |
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Discount on IMM Short Courses |
10% |
20% |
30% |
50% |
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Access to digital copy of Strategic Marketing for Africa |
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Subscription to The IMM Quarterly |
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Contribute articles to publications |
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Recruitment Day Invitation |
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Inclusion in the IMM Job Market |
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Associateship Card |
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Digital Badge and Certificate on completion of Level |
Bronze |
Silver |
Gold |
Platinum |
IMM Institute Associateship Benefits
Bronze Level:
- Access to the menu of Professional Development Activities
- Free attendance of monthly IMM Fridays
- 5% Discount on annual conference and workshops
- 10% Discount on IMM Short Courses
- Access to digital copy of Strategic Marketing for Africa
- Subscription to The IMM Quarterly
- Recruitment Day Invitation
- Inclusion in the IMM Job Market
- Associateship Card
-
Platinum Digital Badge and Certificate on completion of Level
Silver Level:
- Access to the menu of Professional Development Activities
- Free attendance of monthly IMM Fridays
- 10% Discount on annual conference and workshops
- 20% Discount on IMM Short Courses
- Access to digital copy of Strategic Marketing for Africa
- Subscription to The IMM Quarterly
- Recruitment Day Invitation
- Inclusion in the IMM Job Market
- Associateship Card
-
Platinum Digital Badge and Certificate on completion of Level
Gold Level:
- Life-time Associateship of the IMM
- Eligible to join annual exchange tour
- Access to the menu of Professional Development Activities
- Free attendance of monthly IMM Fridays
- 20% Discount on annual conference and workshops
- 30% Discount on IMM Short Courses
- Access to digital copy of Strategic Marketing for Africa
- Subscription to The IMM Quarterly
- Recruitment Day Invitation
- Inclusion in the IMM Job Market
- Associateship Card
-
Platinum Digital Badge and Certificate on completion of Level
Platinum Level:
- Life-time Associateship of the IMM
- Eligible to join annual exchange tour
- Access to the menu of Professional Development Activities
- Free attendance of monthly IMM Fridays
- 30% Discount on annual conference and workshops
- 50% Discount on IMM Short Courses
- Access to digital copy of Strategic Marketing for Africa
- Subscription to The IMM Quarterly
- Contribute articles to publications
- Recruitment Day Invitation
- Inclusion in the IMM Job Market
- Associateship Card
-
Platinum Digital Badge and Certificate on completion of Level
IMM Institute Associateship Model
Find the ideal Associateship option tailored to your professional growth and business needs:
Corporate Associateship
Corporate Associates of the IMM Institute, join the Institute in inspiring business success through a connected marketing community. Companies can showcase their commitment to the marketing and supply chain professions, and in so doing, support the Institute’s endeavour to ensure that businesses uphold industry best-practice.
Corporate Associates Receive:
- Brand exposure at IMM events and online platforms
- Access to exclusive industry events, workshops, and networking opportunities
- Opportunities to provide insights at marketing forums
- Access to special interest groups and partnerships
IMM Graduate School Students & Alumni
- Current Students: Professional Development fee is valued at R1,780 per Semester
- IMM Alumni: R4,180 per level (or R418 per month)
- Other Tertiary Institution Graduates: R4,180 per level (or R418 per month)
Corporate associateship is available at three different levels
R15,000
per annum
Benefits
- Seat at the bi-annual IMM Executive Think Tank
- Logo and link on IMM website
- Listing in The IMM Quarterly electronic newsletter
- Banners and brochures at IMM functions and events
- Listing in The IMM Quarterly electronic newsletter
- 5 Free copies of the Strategic Marketing for Africa print publication
- Subscription to The IMM Quarterly electronic newsletter
- Unlimited use of the IMM Job Market for recruitment purposes
- Slot at IMM Recruitment Day
- 30% Discount on IMM Short Courses
- 30% Discount on all IMM functions and events
- 30% Discount on ads placed in The IMM Quarterly
- 2 Individual Associates for the year of Corporate Associateship
- Framed IMM affiliation certificate and digital badge
R9,000
per annum
Benefits
- Banners and brochures at IMM functions and events
- 3 Free copies of the Strategic Marketing for Africa print publication
- Subscription to The IMM Quarterly electronic newsletter
- Unlimited use of the IMM Job Market for recruitment purposes
- Slot at IMM Recruitment Day
- 20% Discount on IMM Short Courses
- 20% Discount on all IMM functions and events
- 20% Discount on ads placed in The IMM Quarterly
- 1 Individual Associate for the year of Corporate Associateship
- Framed IMM affiliation certificate and digital badge
R5,000
per annum
Benefits
- 1 Free copy of the Strategic Marketing for Africa print publication
- Subscription to The IMM Quarterly electronic newsletter
- Unlimited use of the IMM Job Market for recruitment purposes
- Slot at IMM Recruitment Day
- 10% Discount on IMM Short Courses
- 10% Discount on all IMM functions and events
- 10% Discount on ads placed in The IMM Quarterly
- 1 Individual Associate for the year of Corporate Associateship
- Framed IMM affiliation certificate and digital badge
Individual Associateship
Individual Associates can join the IMM Community through a number of ways:
1. Platinum Professional Associate (Lifetime Associateship at No Cost)
Eligible individuals can earn Platinum Professional Associateship by meeting these criteria:
- Hold a marketing or business qualification authenticated by an institution
- Have 10+ years of experience in marketing or a related field
- Hold a senior position in an organisation
2. Professional Development Associate
Progress through three levels of professional development to earn Life-Time Associateship:
Bronze Level:
Complete 5 activities
Silver Level:
Complete 5 additional activities
Gold Level:
Complete 5 final activities
Upon completing 15 activities, you will achieve Life-Time Associateship with the IMM Institute.
IMM Graduate School Students & Alumni
- Current Students: Professional Development fee is valued at R1,780 per Semester
- IMM Alumni: R4,180 per level (or R418 per month)
- Other Tertiary Institution Graduates: R4,180 per level (or R418 per month)
Individual Associateship
Individual Associates can join the IMM Community through a number of ways:
Professional Associates
An Individual may gain life-time Platinum Associateship to the IMM Institute at no cost if they submit a CV and Certificates displaying that they meet the following criteria:
- Hold a marketing or business qualification that can be authenticated by an institutional authority
- Have 10 years working experience in a marketing or related industry
- Hold a senior position within their organisation
Professional Development Associates
Individual Associateship may also be acquired by participating in Professional Development initiatives, moving through three Levels:
Bronze | Silver | Gold
Associates need to complete a minimum of five (5) Professional Development Activities per Level to obtain certification. Activities are selected from a bouquet of options to appeal to individuals at different stages of their careers. By the end of the third Level (Gold), an Associate would need to have completed a minimum of fifteen (15) Activities during the three Levels, for which they will then receive life-time Associateship to the Institute.
Professional Development Associates
For students currently completing a qualification with the IMM Graduate School, Professional Development is payable along with the Semester Support Fee each semester – R1780 per semester. Students completing shorter qualifications with the IMM Graduate School will need to complete at least one of the Professional Development Levels and will be awarded with the relevant Associateship Level to the Institute of Marketing Management. These students are however welcome to complete further Levels, and will need to enrol via the Institute and make payment as an IMM Alumni in order to complete the remaining Levels.
IMM Graduate School Alumni
A graduate holding an IMM Graduate School qualification – R4 180 Annually per Level (or R418 per month)
PD Associate (Professional Development Associate)
An individual holding a relevant marketing qualification from another reputable tertiary institution – R4 180 Annually per Level (or R418 per month)
Rising Leaders, Thriving Careers
Andrew Camp
Professional Associate
Newly Appointed Head of Sales at Sun International
Andrew Camp
Professional Associate
Newly Appointed Head of Sales at Sun International
Andrew Camp
Professional Associate
Newly Appointed Head of Sales at Sun International
Andrew Camp
Professional Associate
Newly Appointed Head of Sales at Sun International
| BENEFITS |
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE: Complete a minimum of 5 Professional Development Activities per Level |
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATE: PLATINUM MEMBER |
||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
|
Level 1: BRONZE |
Level 2: SILVER |
Level 3: GOLD |
|
|
Life-time Associateship of the IMM |
|
|
|
|
|
Eligible to join annual exchange tour |
|
|
|
|
|
Access to the menu of Professional Development Activities |
|
|
|
|
|
Free attendance of monthly IMM Fridays |
|
|
|
|
|
Discount on annual conference and workshops |
5% |
10% |
20% |
30% |
|
Discount on IMM Short Courses |
10% |
20% |
30% |
50% |
|
Access to digital copy of Strategic Marketing for Africa |
|
|
|
|
|
Subscription to The IMM Quarterly |
|
|
|
|
|
Contribute articles to publications |
|
|
|
|
|
Recruitment Day Invitation |
|
|
|
|
|
Inclusion in the IMM Job Market |
|
|
|
|
|
Associateship Card |
|
|
|
|
|
Digital Badge and Certificate on completion of Level |
Bronze |
Silver |
Gold |
Platinum |
IMM Institute Associateship Benefits
Bronze Level:
- Access to the menu of Professional Development Activities
- Free attendance of monthly IMM Fridays
- 5% Discount on annual conference and workshops
- 10% Discount on IMM Short Courses
- Access to digital copy of Strategic Marketing for Africa
- Subscription to The IMM Quarterly
- Recruitment Day Invitation
- Inclusion in the IMM Job Market
- Associateship Card
-
Platinum Digital Badge and Certificate on completion of Level
Silver Level:
- Access to the menu of Professional Development Activities
- Free attendance of monthly IMM Fridays
- 10% Discount on annual conference and workshops
- 20% Discount on IMM Short Courses
- Access to digital copy of Strategic Marketing for Africa
- Subscription to The IMM Quarterly
- Recruitment Day Invitation
- Inclusion in the IMM Job Market
- Associateship Card
-
Platinum Digital Badge and Certificate on completion of Level
Gold Level:
- Life-time Associateship of the IMM
- Eligible to join annual exchange tour
- Access to the menu of Professional Development Activities
- Free attendance of monthly IMM Fridays
- 20% Discount on annual conference and workshops
- 30% Discount on IMM Short Courses
- Access to digital copy of Strategic Marketing for Africa
- Subscription to The IMM Quarterly
- Recruitment Day Invitation
- Inclusion in the IMM Job Market
- Associateship Card
-
Platinum Digital Badge and Certificate on completion of Level
Platinum Level:
- Life-time Associateship of the IMM
- Eligible to join annual exchange tour
- Access to the menu of Professional Development Activities
- Free attendance of monthly IMM Fridays
- 30% Discount on annual conference and workshops
- 50% Discount on IMM Short Courses
- Access to digital copy of Strategic Marketing for Africa
- Subscription to The IMM Quarterly
- Contribute articles to publications
- Recruitment Day Invitation
- Inclusion in the IMM Job Market
- Associateship Card
-
Platinum Digital Badge and Certificate on completion of Level
IMM Institute Associateship Model
Corporate Associateship
Corporate Associates of the IMM Institute, join the Institute in inspiring business success through a connected marketing community. Companies can showcase their commitment to the marketing profession, and in so doing, support the institute’s endeavour to ensure that businesses uphold best-practice marketing.
All levels offer the following opportunities to Associates:
- To promote their business and brand at IMM events and on our online platforms
- To keep abreast of marketing trends by attending events and workshops
- To provide insights into the industry at various forums
- To grow networks at events and special interest groups
Corporate associateship is available at three different levels
Become an Associate Today!
Join a network that supports career growth, thought leadership, and business success.
Become an IMM Institute Associate today!
Join a network that supports career growth, thought leadership, and business success. Become an IMM Institute Associate today!
