CMCs and FCMCs have been privileged to be members of a respected, self-governing professional association since 1991.
The Institute of Certified Management Consultants of Alberta is the regulatory authority for provisional registrants, CMCs and FCMCs in Alberta. Its role is complemented by CMC-Canada, which provides membership services.
Provincial regulation requires that the Institute be governed by a Board of Directors. Members must abide by professional and ethical standards. The legislation identifies governance committees, such as Registration and Practice Review, and provides for investigation of written complaints, cancellation, suspension and reinstatement of registration.
The terms "Certified Management Consultant" and "Fellow Certified Management Consultant" and their respective initials are protected titles, which cannot be used by those who are not Institute members.