CIS Virtual Cohort 1

CIS Virtual Cohort 1

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This co-hort will be self paced with optional office hours taking place weekly leading up to the exam. Following the exam preparation class, students will have 2 weeks to complete the exam. All office hour sessions will be recorded and posted on the product page.


Dates: 

Module 1: Tuesday, January 9, 2024, 10am-11am Chicago | 4pm-5pm London

Module 2: Tuesday, January 16, 2024, 10am-11am Chicago | 4pm-5pm London

Module 3A: Tuesday, January 23, 2024, 10am-11am Chicago | 4pm-5pm London

Module 3B: Tuesday, January 30, 2024, 10am-11am Chicago | 4pm-5pm London

Module 4: Tuesday, February 6, 2024, 10am-11am Chicago | 4pm-5pm London

Exam Prep: Tuesday, February 13, 2024, 10am-11am Chicago | 4pm-5pm London

Exam: The exam is self paced and will be open immediately following the exam prep and will remain open until Tuesday, February 27. 

*Students are expected to review the on-demand modules ahead of the optional office hours. All office hour sessions will be recorded and posted on the product page.


Location: 

Virtual


Description: 

The Certified Incentive Specialist (CIS) is an entry level credential from the Society of Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE). Taking place over 6 hours virtually (as well as a final exam), professionals from around the globe will acquire in an efficient manner a broad comprehension of the incentive travel industry. All emerging professionals, faculty members and students aspiring to enter this specialized segment of the meetings and events industry may use CIS as a stepping stone to reach higher levels of professionalism. Individuals will learn the fundamentals of incentives, the origins of incentive programs and incentive travel, the value chain, the value proposition of motivational programs and non-cash awards, the composition of the market, the makings of a program and a program budget, industry tools and platforms and other valuable information. Once the Exam preparation has concluded, students will have 2 weeks to complete the virtual exam, and those who are successful will join a global community of CIS holders!


Learning Objectives:

• Understand the basics of the incentive travel market and the differentiation of Incentive Travel in the meetings and events industry
• Explain the fundamentals of designing and executing incentive travel and motivational experiences from varying value chain perspectives
• Discuss ways to expand your incentive program and create new opportunities


Pricing:

Member: $495

Non-Member: $695*

*Please note that the Non-Member registration rate includes a prorated one year SITE membership. Please reach out to certification@siteglobal.com if you have any questions.


Cancellation Policy: 

Please be sure you are available to attend when registering. Cancelations must be made in writing to certification@siteglobal.com. Cancelations received less than 30 days prior to the course start date will not be granted a refund. Cancelations received more than 30 days prior to the course start date will be granted a full refund minus a $100 administrative fee. Course registrations may be transferred to another individual within the same company if requested at least two weeks in advance of the course event. In the unlikely event the course must be canceled or rescheduled, SITE will contact you to register you in a comparable program.


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CIS Virtual Cohort 1 Survey
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Exam Prep Virtual Session
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Select the "View On-Demand Recording" button to begin.  |  60 minutes Students will review the on-demand modules ahead of the optional office hours with a CIS Instructor. When candidates come prepared, office hours is a dynamic and engaging program designed to provide course participants with a unique opportunity to interact with their instructor in a virtual format, while also promoting peer-to-peer learning and collaboration. This program is aimed at enhancing the learning experience, fostering a sense of community, and enabling participants to leverage the collective knowledge of their peers. During this session, participants can ask questions related to the course material, assignments, and any related topics. The instructor will provide detailed responses, explanations, and insights to address their queries. In addition to the instructor-led Q&A, this program encourages peer interaction. Participants will have the option to answer questions from their fellow learners, share their perspectives, and engage in discussions related to the course content. This peer-to-peer interaction creates a collaborative program which leverages the diversity of perspectives within the learning community. All office hour sessions will be recorded and made accessible to participants for later review. This ensures that participants can revisit discussions, learn from past sessions, and benefit from the accumulated knowledge. Attending a CIS virtual programme enriches the learning journey by combining instructor expertise with the power of peer collaboration, creating a supportive and interactive learning community.
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Module 1 Recording
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