The Chartered Entrepreneur CE(SA)® credential, considered a mini MBA in entrepreneurship, is the marker of a committed professional who has demonstrated exceptional knowledge essential to manage a small enterprise in today’s challenging environment.These are the steps on the CE(SA) journey:

 

Step 1: Determine your eligibility.

You may apply for the CE when you have completed each of the eligibility requirements, including work experience and professional development criteria. 

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•    Read more about eligibility requirements and get other information about earning your CE.

•    Get answers to frequently asked questions about exam eligibility.

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Step 2: Apply for the exam.

The CE exam is offered twice a year, in May and December. Choose a date that fits well with your schedule and allows you time to prepare.

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•    View upcoming exam dates and application deadlines.

•    View the CE exam application.

•    Find out how to complete the exam application.

•    Get answers to frequently asked questions about the exam application.

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Step 3: Prepare for the exam.

ICE offers a variety of resources to help you build your subject-matter knowledge so you’re ready to take the exam.

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•    Explore what’s on the exam.

•    View a list of core resources for exam prep.

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Step 4: Take the exam. 

The four-hour examination includes 200 multiple-choice questions. 

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Step 5: Get recognized.

When you earn your CE plan to be celebrated at the next IoCE Annual Meeting & Exposition.

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Also:

•    Share your accomplishment with others via a letter of support from IoCE.

•    Brag a little with merchandise bearing the CE logo.

•    Add digital recognition to your social media, email, and web profiles.

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Step 6: Keep your Cert.Ent. current.

CEs are required to renew their certification every three years and to keep their IoCE membership up to date.

 

•    Find out more about CE. renewal requirements.

•    Get answers to frequently asked questions about CE renewal.