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Meta Certified Media Planning Professional

Meta Certified Media Planning Professional vs 3 alternatives compared

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Meta Certified Media Planning ProfessionalCIM Professional Diploma in MarketingPCM – Professional Certified MarketerGoogle Ads Certification (Marketing Track)
VendorMeta BlueprintCIMAMAGoogle Skillshop
LevelIntermediateAdvancedIntermediateBeginner
Exam fee$150£1,500–£3,000$349–$449Free
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Typical salary$60K–$95K£35K–£65K$65K–$100K$50K–$80K
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Which should you choose?

Should I take Meta Certified Media Planning Professional or CIM Professional Diploma in Marketing first?

Meta Certified Media Planning Professional is the lower-level certification (Intermediate vs Advanced), so it is usually the better first step.

Should I take Meta Certified Media Planning Professional or PCM – Professional Certified Marketer first?

Both are rated Intermediate. Pick the one whose exam domains match the job you want, and check which one employers in your area ask for.

Should I take Meta Certified Media Planning Professional or Marketing Track first?

Marketing Track is the lower-level certification (Beginner vs Intermediate), so it is usually the better first step.