The purpose of the Certified Manager of Commercial Properties™ (CMCP™) credential is to acknowledge property professionals who have demonstrated competency in key foundational principles in property management and operations. The CMCP certification offers recognition that contributes to career advancement and brings added value to companies when onboarding new property managers and assessing industry knowledge and career potential. Strategies for accomplishing the purpose of the CMCP include establishing requirements for the periodic renewal of certification, determining compliance with those requirements, and ascertaining that certificants meet ethical standards in the field of commercial real estate property management.