DMC Competencies
The DMC Competencies outlines the core skills, knowledge, and expertise that every DMC professional should possess. DMCs who possess these competencies have the foundation, the knowledge, and the resources to provide the best information, service, and programs to their clients, industry, and their own company.
The DMCP exam follows the DMC Competencies and is weighted per the percentages below. These are the core skills, expertise, and knowledge a DMC professional should possess.
1. The Client - 8%
- Client Meeting / Event Goals
- History
- Budget
- Global Client
- Client Selection of the DMC
2. Sales - 30%
- Qualifying Client
- DMC Program Design
- Site Inspection
- Transportation and Design
- Special Event Programming
- Food and Beverage
- Dine Arounds
- Meeting Services
- Sponsorships
- Post Contract Follow-Up with Client
3. Operations - 36%
- Program Transition: Sales to Operations
- Program Management
- Food and Beverage
- Dine Arounds
- VIPs
- Transportation Logistics
- Meeting Arrangements
- Exhibitions
- Registration
- Audio-Visual
4. DMC Business - 22%
- DMC Business
- Ethics
- Vendors
- Risk Management
- Technology
- Marketing
- Accreditation and Certifications