If you are looking to complete a CIM qualification with the 2019 syllabus before the CIM deadline, you've come to the right place. 

We've broken down all the deadlines and what Modular Awards you need to get your full CIM qualification (2019 syllabus) in simple tables below.

What are Modular Awards?

A module is a topic, to gain a CIM qualification you will need to complete a certain number of modules. The number of modules you need to complete is between 2-5 dependent on the level of the CIM qualification. When you have completed a module, you will be provided with a Modular Award. You will get a Modular Award certificate which proves you have completed the studying and passed an assessment.

What are the deadlines to complete the Modular Awards (2019 syllabus)?

The last assessment window (excluding resits) is April 2025. Below you will see a breakdown of the assessment windows, assignment booking windows, assignment draft deadlines and submission deadlines to the CIM.

Assessment window Assignment booking deadlines Assignment draft deadline (Upload via your College Learning Zone) The assignment deadline to submit to CIM
December 2024 1st November 2024 25th October 2024 22nd November 2024
April 2025 2nd March 2025 7th February 2025 21st March 2025

For resits only

July 2025

 1st June 2025 23rd May 2025 27th June 2025

 

What Modular Awards do I need to gain a full CIM qualification?

CIM Level 3 Foundation Certificate (2019 syllabus)
CIM Level 3 Foundation Certificate in Professional Marketing 

Modular Awards to complete are:

  • Marketing Principles
  • Communication in Practice
CIM Level 3 Foundation Certificate in Digital Marketing 

Modular Awards to complete are:

  • Marketing Principles
  •  Digital Fundamentals

 

CIM Level 4 Certificate (2019 syllabus)
CIM Level 4 Certificate in Professional Marketing 

Modular Awards to complete are:

  • Applied Marketing
  • Planning Campaigns
  • Customer Insights
CIM Level 4 Certificate in Digital Marketing 

Modular Awards to complete are:

  • Applied Marketing
  • Planning Campaigns
  • Digital Marketing Techniques

 

CIM Level 6 Diploma (2019 syllabus)
CIM Level 6 Certificate in Professional Marketing  

Modular Awards to complete are:

  • Marketing and Digital Strategy
  • Innovation in Marketing

And one of the below

  • The Digital Customer Experience
  • Managing Brands
CIM Level 6 Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing  

Modular Awards to complete are:

  • Marketing and Digital Strategy
  • Digital Optimisation
  • The Digital Customer Experience
CIM Level 6 Certificate in Sustainable Marketing

Modular Awards to complete are:

  • Marketing and Digital Strategy
  • Innovation in Marketing
  • Sustainability