Commercial Institutes, Societies & Councils
CCIM Institute
The CCIM Institute awards the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation, one of the most respected credentials in commercial real estate. CCIM designees are active in more than 1,000 U.S. markets and 31 countries worldwide and are part of a network of approximately 13,000 professionals, including brokers, leasing specialists, asset managers, appraisers, corporate real estate executives, investors, lenders, and other industry experts. To learn more, visit the CCIM website or call 800.621.7027.
Counselors of Real Estate®
The Counselors of Real Estate® (CRE®) is an international organization of experienced commercial real estate professionals who provide strategic guidance on complex real property and land-related matters. CRE® members serve in leadership roles across the real estate, financial, legal, and accounting sectors, as well as in government and academia. Membership is granted by invitation and may be pursued through either a sponsorship or self-initiated application process. For more information, visit the Counselors of Real Estate® website or call 312.329.8429.
Institute of Real Estate Management
For more than 75 years, the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM®) has been a leading resource for professionals who manage income-producing properties. Through education, research, analysis, and practical guidance, IREM® supports property managers at every stage of their careers while helping them maximize asset performance and create safe, thriving environments for tenants and occupants. IREM® offers several respected credentials, including:
- Certified Property Manager® (CPM®) designation
- Accredited Residential Manager® (ARM®) certification
- Accredited Commercial Manager® (ACoM®) certification
- and Accredited Management Organization® (AMO®) accreditation.
Today, IREM® represents thousands of credentialed professionals and member firms across the United States and around the world. For more information, visit the IREM website, or call 800.837.0706, ext. 4650.
REALTORS® Land Institute
The REALTORS® Land Institute (RLI) is the premier professional organization for real estate practitioners specializing in land transactions, including agricultural, ranch, timber, recreational, transitional, and special-use properties. In addition to valuable networking and referral opportunities, RLI provides industry-leading education through its LANDU curriculum and professional development programs.
Members may earn the prestigious Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) designation, awarded to land specialists who complete rigorous educational requirements and demonstrate a proven record of successful land transactions. To learn more, visit the REALTORS® Land Institute website or call 800.441.LAND (5263).
SIOR (Specialist, Industrial & Office Real Estate)
SIOR (Specialist, Industrial & Office Real Estate) awards its prestigious SIOR designation to commercial real estate professionals who meet stringent standards for experience, transaction volume, education, and ethics. SIOR is one of the world's leading associations for commercial and industrial real estate specialists, representing more than 3,200 members in over 590 cities across 25 countries. For more information, visit the SIOR website, or call 202.449.8200