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Maryland Certified Public Manager® Program for Government and Nonprofits
Applying with our online application is easy!
We are offering three funded Maryland Certified Public Manager® classes, Cohorts 17, 18 and 19, for both government and nonprofit managers ― online via Zoom.
For FY 2025, we have a limited number of pre-paid spots available for of managers in state and local governments to attend the Maryland Certified Public Manager® program at no cost. This means that the $6,500 program fee will be waived for selected participants.
Candidates will be selected based on meeting program requirements and ensuring representation throughout the state of Maryland and within organizational levels.
Employees of Washington Council of Governments member organizations should apply to the Washington Council of Governments Certified Public Manager® Program.
City of Baltimore Employees: If you’re interested in applying for a City of Baltimore sponsored cohort, please contact CPM@baltimorecity.gov for details.
Employees who do not think that program meets their needs can be considered for the Maryland Certified Public Manager® Program. Please contact Diane Geiman, Schaefer Center Training Manager at dgeiman@ubalt.edu for more information on this process.
Before starting your application:
1. Review the program dates and identify which cohort schedule(s) are best for you.
2. Verify that you are able to attend all sessions for your selected cohort.
3. Have a copy of your current resume in PDF format ready to upload with your application.
4. Name your resume file as follows: LastName.FirstName.Resume.pdf (ex. Smith.John.Resume.pdf)
5. Have complete contact information for your supervisor which is required to complete your application.
