Winners of CIM’s global student competition ‘The Pitch’ announced

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) has announced that the ‘3 Marketeers’ from the University of West London, and ‘Pitch Perfected’ from the University of Birmingham, have been crowned the undergraduate and postgraduate winners of The Pitch 2026, its annual global student competition. In its fifteenth year, The Pitch saw 13 undergraduate and 13 postgraduate teams from leading UK and international universities compete to be named the ‘Marketers of the Future’, as they were tasked with responding to a real-life marketing brief. This year’s competition was run in partnership with…

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CIM advocates for stronger partnership with Government to unlock UK skills and productivity

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) has joined forces with leading UK professional and membership bodies to call for a stronger, more strategic partnership between Government and the professional sector – helping to drive skills development, productivity, and public service reform. Representing more than one million professionalsThe coalition has written to Baroness Smith of Malvern, Minister for Skills, urging closer collaboration with Government to boost economic growth and build a workforce fit for the future. Coordinated by Memcom, the alliance brings together senior leaders from across the professional landscape, including…

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CIM advocates for stronger partnership with Government to unlock UK skills and productivity

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) has joined forces with leading UK professional and membership bodies to call for a stronger, more strategic partnership between Government and the professional sector – helping to drive skills development, productivity, and public service reform. Representing more than one million professionalsThe coalition has written to Baroness Smith of Malvern, Minister for Skills, urging closer collaboration with Government to boost economic growth and build a workforce fit for the future. Coordinated by Memcom, the alliance brings together senior leaders from across the professional landscape, including…

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CIM appoints new committee to elevate marketing capability in Sri Lanka

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) is delighted to announce the appointment of the CIM Sri Lanka Professional Member Support Committee (SLPMSC). This newly established committee will enhance the professional journey of CIM members in Sri Lanka by strengthening marketing capability at both individual and organisational levels. Its work will focus on building fellowship, fostering high‑impact networking opportunities, and supporting continuous professional development aligned to global marketing standards. The SLPMSC will be led by Dr Lewie Diasz, who serves as the Chairman. Dr Diasz brings extensive academic and professional rigour…

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CIM to host exclusive launch event in Dubai, advancing GCC marketing excellence

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), the world’s leading professional body for marketing, will host an exclusive event in Dubai to mark the opening of its new regional hub in Dubai Knowledge Park. This expansion demonstrates CIM’s commitment to supporting both the UAE and the wider GCC as the region strengthens its position as a global centre for innovation, investment, and economic transformation. The UAE continues to drive forward its UAE Vision 2031, a national agenda focused on sustainable growth, future-ready skills, economic diversification, and global competitiveness. Marketing capability sits…

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