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Certified IT Management Professional (CIMP)

The Certified IT Management Professional (CIMP) certification enables practitioners to master the core principles and operational practices of the Efficiency First® Framework as applied to cloud / IT management.

$795.00

This certification is also included in a Business Gold or Business Platinum Membership.

What You Will Learn

  • Fundamental Guiding Principles of the Efficiency First® Framework and how to apply them in real-world scenarios.
  • Characteristics and management of the Cloud / IT Portfolio Area, including optimization focus areas and stakeholder group roles.
  • Measurement techniques such as Efficiency Ratings, Focus Area Ratings, and Optimization Potential, along with their components and applications.
  • Implementation of the Continuous Improvement Approach and evaluation of key process metrics through practice area KPIs.
  • Utilization of Core Management Technologies, effective use of other data sources and systems, and understanding the requirements of a master system of record.
  • Essential practitioner skills, process development strategies, and the Accountability Matrix Discipline Pillars relevant for operational excellence in cloud / IT management.
  • Application of RASCI concepts (Responsible, Accountable, Supported, Consulted, Informed) as they relate to workforce and cloud / IT management workflows.

Benefits of Certification

  • Recognition for competency and performance excellence in cloud / IT management based on an internationally recognized framework.
  • Validation of best-practice knowledge that supports professional reputation and credibility among peers.
  • Enhanced ability to design, optimize, and continuously improve cloud / IT management processes.
  • Qualification to interpret and act on key management metrics, improving organizational efficiency and operational outcomes.
  • Access to structured templates, process guidance, and continuous improvement resources for ongoing professional development.
 

CIMP Certification Guide Download


 

Get set for success

This AOTMP Telecom Management Professional Certification is ideal for people currently managing or aspiring to manage a team or teams with responsibilities supporting telecommunications technology in one or more of these Efficiency First® Framework practice areas:

Asset Management

Auditing

Budgeting & Forecasting

Business Analysis

Change Control

Contract Management

Data Privacy

Disaster Recovery

Endpoint Management

Exception Management

Framework Alignment

Governance

Help Desk

Invoice Processing

License Management

Network Design

Order Management

Performance Management

Policy

Portfolio Delivery

Project Management

Quality Control & Assurance

Regulatory Compliance

Reporting & Analytics

Risk Management

Security

Service Management

Sourcing & Procurement

Strategy

Vendor Management

Example of an AOTMP University certificate.

Includes:

Efficiency First® Framework Guidebook

Exam Preparation Study Outline

Exam Preparation Study Templates

Certification exam

Digital Badge & Certificate*

*Issued when the Certification exam is passed.

Scope:

Efficiency First® Framework Learn more →

Based On:

Efficiency First® Framework Guidebook study.

Renewal:

Every 2 years. Recertification requires passing an exam prior to credential renewal date.

Ready to get certified?

Study guides and all required courses are included.

This certification is also included in a Business Gold or Business Platinum Membership.

The foundation for everything we do.

What is the The Efficiency First Framework?

The Efficiency First® Framework is a set of practices and principles for managing Telecom, Mobility, and IT/Cloud. It is based upon decades of real-world best practices gathered by AOTMP University from businesses around the world. The Framework compliments ITIL, Six Sigma, Lean Sigma, and more.

The Framework Elements:

Assets, Services, Licenses

  • Telecom
  • Mobility
  • IT

Telecom, Mobility, IT Workgroups & Procedures

  • Asset Management
  • Auditing
  • Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Business Analysis
  • Change Control
  • Contract Management
  • Data Privacy
  • Disaster Recovery
  • Endpoint Management
  • Exception Management
  • Framework Alignment
  • Governance
  • Help Desk
  • Invoice Processing
  • License Management
  • Network Design
  • Order Management
  • Performance Management
  • Policy
  • Portfolio Delivery
  • Project Management
  • Quality Control & Assurance
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Reporting & Analytics
  • Risk Management
  • Security
  • Service Management
  • Sourcing & Procurement
  • Strategy
  • Vendor Management

Operational, Financial, Technical, Business

Optimization Focus Areas

  • People
  • Process
  • Technology
  • Services
  • Assets
  • Licenses
  • Vendors
  • Costs
  • Contracts
  • Compliance

Transformation Focus Areas

  • Data Aggregation
  • Automation
  • Engagement
  • Innovation
  • Business Impact

 

Measure, Identify, Monitor

  • Team Performance
  • Practice Area Performance
  • Vendor Performance
  • Business Performance
  • Optimization Potential
  • Transformation Potential
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • Operational Excellence
  • Financial Accountability
  • Technical Integrity
  • Business Results

Business, Customers, Management, Operations

  • Executives
  • Finance
  • Procurement
  • Business Unit Leaders
  • Internal Customers
  • External Customers
  • Telecom / Mobility / IT Management
  • Telecom / Mobility / IT Operations

Systems, Tools, Data Sources

  • IT Asset Management
  • IT Service Management
  • Unified Endpoint Management
  • Telecom / Mobile / IT Expense Management
  • Cloud Management
  • Network Monitoring / Management
  • Contract Management
  • Sourcing Management
  • Data Analytics & Visualization
  • Data Lake (Unified Data Storage)