 | The Master CMB reflects competency in all issues related to both commercial and residential real estate finance. Complete both the Commercial and Residential CMB programs to earn your Master CMB.
The Master CMB requires additional point accumulation and educational requirements, as well as active participation within the CMB Society.
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Candidate Profile
- Professional with a minimum of seven years experience in the real estate finance industry.
- Employee of an MBA member company or member of a state Mortgage Banking association.
- All candidates must hold the Residential or Commercial CMB for two years before they are eligible to apply for the Master CMB.
CMB Designation Path
Get started on the path to earning your Master CMB today. Complete both the Commercial and Residential CMB programs to earn your Master CMB.
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| Certified Mortgage Banker (CMB) | Master CMB
| Designation Requirements
| Experience Level: | Candidates must have seven or more years in the mortgage industry before they can enroll in the Master CMB program. | | Prerequisites: | Candidates must complete either the Residential or Commercial CMB program two years prior to enrolling in the Master CMB program. | | Education Requirement: | Yes, a minimum of 35 points are required to complete the program. | | Participation Requirement: | Yes, a minimum of 35 points are required to complete the program. | | Written Exam: | Yes | | Oral Exam: | Yes | | Continuing Education: | Yes, every two years. |
The Process
1. Enroll in the Master CMB program. You can enroll online, via mail, or fax. Once you enroll, you are a candidate.
Registration Fee
MBA Member: $300
Nonmember: $450
Online Registration
Master CMB Enrollment
Fax, Mail, or Express Mail Registration
Download the PDF Designation Enrollment Form to register by fax, mail, or express mail. Fax to (202) 721-0194.
2. Acquire 200 CMB Points. You must acquire 200 total CMB points from the following areas (150 points earned during the Residential or Commercial CMB can be applied to the 200 point total):
- Professional experience (Minimum: 35 points/Maximum: 85 points)
- Industry participation (Minimum: 35 points/Maximum: 85 points)
- Education background (Minimum: 35 points/Maximum: 85 points)
- Serve on two CMB oral exam panels in the two years since obtaining the Residential or Commercial CMB subsequent to enrollment into the Master CMB program
- Serve as a CMB sponsor for two CMB Residential or Commercial candidates in the two years since obtaining the Residential or Commercial CMB subsequent to enrollment into the Master CMB program
Click here for more information on how to acquire 200 CMB points. The CampusMBA designations staff can assist you in creating a professional development plan to help you acquire the 200 points.
3. Pass the exam. Complete a comprehensive exam to assess your working knowledge of the opposing areas of expertise. You will need to register for the exam.
Exam Fee
MBA Member: $300
Nonmember: $450
Online Registration
Master CMB Written & Oral Exam
Fax, Mail, or Express Mail Registration
Download the PDF Designation Test Enrollment Form to register by fax, mail, or express mail. Fax to (202) 721-0194.
4. Complete the oral exam. Pass a half-hour oral exam given by a Master CMB designee panel at MBA Headquarters in Washington DC.
5. Be Recognized. All Master CMB graduates will be recognized at the Opening General Session at both conventions. Your photograph will be displayed and you will be asked to stand as your peers congratulate you on your success!
6. Complete continuing education. To remain in active status, Master CMB designees must meet continuing education requirements. Visit the CMB Points page to learn more about how to meet CMB continuing education requirements.
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