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CIM – Chartered Institute of Marketing Diploma

CIM – Chartered Institute of Marketing Diploma vs 3 alternatives compared

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CIM – Chartered Institute of Marketing DiplomaGoogle Ads CertificationGoogle Analytics Certification (GA4)HubSpot Inbound Marketing Certification
VendorCIMGoogleGoogleHubSpot Academy
LevelAdvancedBeginnerBeginnerBeginner
Exam fee£1,500–£3,000FreeFreeFree
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Passing score————
Valid for————
Typical salary£35K–£65K$50K–$80K$50K–$75K$45K–$70K
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Which should you choose?

Should I take CIM – Chartered Institute of Marketing Diploma or Google Ads Certification first?

Google Ads Certification is the lower-level certification (Beginner vs Advanced), so it is usually the better first step.

Should I take CIM – Chartered Institute of Marketing Diploma or GA4 first?

GA4 is the lower-level certification (Beginner vs Advanced), so it is usually the better first step.

Should I take CIM – Chartered Institute of Marketing Diploma or HubSpot Inbound Marketing Certification first?

HubSpot Inbound Marketing Certification is the lower-level certification (Beginner vs Advanced), so it is usually the better first step.