2020 Membership Brochure

Membership INFORMATION 2020 Australian Institute of Credit Management

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Membership About us AICM is proud to be the body that brings all parties in the credit community together. Our mission is to help our members, partners, government, other related bodies and the business community to succeed in credit related matters.

2017 marked 50 years since AICM incorporated as a national body. On the back of such a successful year, for 2018 we set ourselves targets of consolidation of our investment in website and social media reach, member engagement, education representation and expansion of our membership offerings in consumer credit The following demonstrates our successes in 2018 toward our mission to connect educate and represent credit professionals and expectations/plans for 2019 and beyond:

Engagement and Connection 2018 z We have over 2,500 members with a participation rate of 32%. z Our revised and continuously evolving website is a key driver for both existing member engagement and allows new stakeholders to explore and become involved. z Women in Credit (WINC) events: – Attracted over 600 attendees nationally, and – Raised more than $10,500 for charities helping women in need. z Our national nonference in October attracted almost 500 delegates with record numbers of exhibitors and featured our first consumer specific seminar. Our continued focus on high calibre speakers giving industry insights led to exceptional feedback and increased interest from credit professionals in our events. z 2018 saw national Pinnacle Awards recognising excellence in all areas of the credit industry with: – Nominations – 150+ – Votes – 5,000 – Award recipients – 35 – Attendance – over 500 z Consumer membership increased significantly with new members from telcos, utilities, healthcare, government, education and more. z Our consumer seminar had over 70 attendees. z Increased leverage through our magazine.

2019 z Anticipating strong growth in both consumer and commercial members. z Continually improving the standard of all activities and events. z National conference is at the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort and Spa 16 – 18 October.

We will work with partners and our member groups to expand the reach of AICM.

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Membership Education 2018 z Webinar series with 7 held in 2018 with increased registrations from 2017 and topics based on member feedback for areas of most interest. z Our Diploma and Certificate in credit management courses are significantly updated to ensure best industry practice and 2018 saw a record number of students obtaining qualifications. 2018 was the second year of our National Student of the year with excellent candidates. z We released and continue to develop a new Workshop series with presentations on: – Understanding Bankruptcy – Corporate Insolvency – Personal Property Security – Hardship z 2018 National Conference presentations rated the best ever with attendees rating the quality of learning very high. z We increased the number of credit professionals holding the prestigious CCE qualification by 5%.

The CCE is the highest recognition of experience in credit management. z Magazine’s improved content and quality continued with each issue focused on current trends in credit z Record contributions from industry leaders and increased focus on celebrating industry professional’s achievements drove readership and reach.

2019 z Expansion of webinars and online presence z Continued investment and development of resources z National insolvency seminar z Continuing to prepare members for increased uncertainty in their roles

Representation 2018 AICM increased its advocacy role ensuring the credit industry is front of mind when government and other stakeholders makes decisions relating to our members.

Ongoing activity representing members with detailed submissions on issues. We are now a called upon voice by government and respected throughout the credit industry.

The AICM meets regularly with government and industry bodies such as: z Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), z Australian Financial Security Authority (AFSA), z Australian Restructuring Insolvency and Turnaround Association (ARITA), z Australian Collectors and Debt Buyers Association (ACDBA), z Australian Banking Association (ABA), z Australian Finance Industry Association (AFIA), z Certified Practicing Accountants (CPA),

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Membership z Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CANZ), z Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO), z Institute of Mercantile Agents (IMA), and many more.

Through this involvement, we identify the information members need to know via the magazine, newsletters, training, events, conferences and social media and ensure their interests are considered.

Our members know they’re supported with knowledge of current best practice and aware of changes that will affect their role.

To drive these initiatives, the AICM Board has established a Key Policy Positions paper outlining the most relevant concerns and suggestions. This document is continually reviewed and updated and forms the basis for engagement with regulators and government representatives. Available here.

A significant outcome of this work was Prime Minster, Scott Morrison’s announcement in December 2018 of measures to improve payment times which is a direct result of the work with the ASBFEO.

2019 The AICM board has also committed to being one of 9 founding member of an International Credit and Collections Board (ICCB) to be made up of associations representing Europe, Asia, Africa and America.

We’re excited to announce the AICM will be an active member of the Business Advisory Board guiding the ATO and ASIC on the modernisation of Business Registers.

Other initiatives include z PPSR z Phoenix Activity z Comprehensive Credit Reporting z Consumer Credit Outcomes z Unfair Contracts z Implementation of Director Identification numbers.

Your support as an AICM partner is invaluable to this work as it ensures we have the necessary resources to achieve our mission.

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Membership What we offer While the core functions of AICM include setting high industry standards and helping members to reach them through continuing professional development, high quality resources and events, and nationally recognised qualifications, we also represent members’ interests to government and regulatory bodies. Find out more about the benefits we offer to members.

What we do: activities AICM educates, develops, represents and connects credit professionals to help them do their jobs better, advance their careers and achieve better outcomes for their businesses, while improving the profile and professionalism of the industry.

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Development: continuing professional development A range of CPD events, including the annual national conference, national seminars, and division seminars and workshops, keep AICM members abreast of regulatory updates and help to maintain their high professional standards. These are also valuable opportunities to network and share ideas with other credit management professionals.

Find out more: z Professional development z National Conference z Upcoming division seminars and workshops

Education: nationally recognised qualifications As Australia’s only credit industry-specific Registered Training Organisation, AICM Learning offers nationally recognised qualifications including Certificate III Mercantile Agents, Certificate IV Credit Management and the Diploma of Credit Management, all delivered in student-centred intensives either face-to-face or online.

AICM Learning is also able to recognise current skills and prior training, and offers bespoke corporate training packages for member organisations.

In combination with the CPD program, AICM Learning offers a clear development path for credit managers, from the Credit Toolboxes that provide an introduction at entry level or a refresher to more experienced credit professionals, the Certificates and Diplomas that testify to a credit professional’s technical and practical competence, and the CPD events that keep members abreast of regulatory changes and hone their practical skills and knowledge.

Find out more: z Certificate III in Mercantile Agents z Certificate IV Credit Management z Diploma of Credit Management z Corporate training z AICM Learning

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Membership Credit Toolbox Credit Toolbox courses are a unique opportunity to learn and refresh on the fundamentals of Credit Management from Credit Professionals with extensive real world experience.

These half day sessions cover the fundamentals of Credit Management with a focus on understanding the core requirements and their real world application.

Courses are presented by Credit Professionals with extensive experience in credit management, are CCE’s and/or have held senior roles in many organisations and industries.

The courses have been designed by the AICM’s most experienced Credit Management Trainer to ensure all courses cover the fundamentals required to understand what and why credit professionals do what they do.

The toolbox series includes the following units: – Fundamentals of Credit – Collect with Confidence – Understanding Credit Risk

Designed for: – New members of credit teams seeking an introduction – Established credit professionals seeking a refresher – Non-credit professionals seeking to better understand credit.

Pricing for public course – AICM Members $175 (including GST), Non-members $225 (including GST) Public courses bring credit professionals from multiple companies and industries together and provide for rich interaction

Pricing for onsite course - $1,750 including GST Onsite courses allow teams to be trained in your offices saving travel time and providing a uniform understanding. A learning experience for some, a refresher for others and a chance for the manager to explain the intricacies of your business.

Attendee Resources All attendees receive a slide pack, working documents and a Certificate of Attendance.

Register and pay for 3 or more courses at the non-member rate within 12 months, and receive complimentary AICM membership.

If completed between 1st July and 31st December, complimentary membership will be until the 30th June. If completed between 1st January and 30th June complimentary membership will be until the 30th June the following membership year. This offer is at the discretion of the AICM, is dependent on the current pricing and may be withdrawn at anytime.

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Membership Credit Workshops Credit teams operate in environments where they need to be supported through best practice process.

AICM workshops provide attendees a real world back drop to understand how these complex topics translate into their role The workshops are designed to provide attendees the opportunity to learn from others and on returning to the office with documents to implement dependent on the situation.

Workshops not only demystify the complexities, students leave with clear takeaways to implement upon return to the office.

The workshop series includes the following units: – – – –

Understanding Bankruptcy Corporate insolvency Hardship Personal Properties Securities

Designed for: – Senior credit controllers and managers – Established credit professionals seeking a refresher – Credit Professionals seeking clarity on specialised areas

Pricing for public course – AICM Members $275 (including GST), Non-members $325 (including GST) Public courses bring credit professionals from multiple companies and industries together and provide for rich interaction

Pricing for onsite course - $2,750 including GST Onsite courses allow teams to be trained in your offices saving travel time and providing a uniform understanding. A learning experience for some, a refresher for others and a chance for the manager to explain the intricacies of your business.

Attendee Resources All attendees receive a slide pack, working documents and a Certificate of Attendance.

Register and pay for 3 or more courses at the non-member rate within 12 months, and receive complimentary AICM membership.

If completed between 1st July and 31st December, complimentary membership will be until the 30th June. If completed between 1st January and 30th June complimentary membership will be until the 30th June the following membership year. This offer is at the discretion of the AICM, is dependent on the current pricing and may be withdrawn at anytime.

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Membership Recognition: showcasing member professionalism AICM members are entitled to use the post-nominals MICM, signifying their commitment to professional excellence and attainment of high professional standards. Members who have distinguished themselves through service to AICM and the industry may be awarded life membership or fellowship of the association, entitling them to use the post-nominals LICM or FICM, respectively.

AICM also offers long-standing members who complete a training and assessment series the senior credit management qualification Certified Credit Executive, which is unique to AICM members.

To earn the CCE designation, members must hold the MICM designation for a minimum of one year, complete 100 hours of training, study or CPD approved by the AICM board, pass an online exam, and submit an essay on a set topic.

The achievements of AICM members are also recognised and celebrated through annual awards including Young Credit Professional, Credit Team of the Year and Pinnacle Awards.

Find out more: z Membership

z Pinnacle Awards

z Certified Credit Executive

z Women in Credit

z Young Credit Professional Award

z Student of the Year

z Credit Team of the Year

Connection: making your job easier AICM exists for members, and one of the central goals is to make it easier to be a better credit manager and build a successful career. Alongside training and CPD, AICM offers valuable networking opportunities through which members share their expertise and learn from their peers, lobbies on behalf of the industry to keep check on the regulatory burden, provides resources including an online journal and a monthly enewsletter to keep members informed of best practice and industry updates and aggregates credit management. AICM is also a sponsor of the Credit Network Forum, where credit managers can connect with their peers for advice and ideas.

Find out more: z Credit Management in Australia journal z Enewsletter z Upcoming member events z Credit Network Forum

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Membership Membership AICM is focused on improving the credit industry by providing useful, practical information and guidance to members, which helps them to meet the high professional standards that the AICM sets and upholds.

Members have access to a range of training and CPD events and resources that have been developed specifically for the credit industry, including the annual National Conference and a forum for networking with peers and sharing their expertise.

Individual Membership AICM members are entitled to use the post-nominals MICM and, after one year of membership, able to work towards the Certified Credit Executive qualification through CPD activities and assessment. Members are also eligible to be elected to their relevant Division Councils.

Applicants are assessed by AICM on an individual basis, based on the information provided in the application and assessment forms.

First-year membership fees include an annual subscription of $365.00 and a non-refundable application fee of $65.00. Total new member rate is $430.00.

The annual renewal fee for 2019-20 membership year is $365.00.

Benefits of membership include: z Use of post-nominals MICM z Discounted rates for attendance of AICM CPD events, seminars and conferences z Eligibility to apply for Certified Credit Executive status, and to work towards fellowship (FICM) and life membership (LICM) z Access to the members section of the AICM website z Access to Credit Management in Australia z Discounted member rates for qualification-based training run by AICM, including Certificate III, Certificate IV and Diploma z Eligibility to stand for election to Division Councils z Attendance and voting at AICM AGMs z Online AICM resource centre To apply for membership, fill out the membership application form and membership assessment forms found from page 13.

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Membership Pro-rata rates These rates commence 1 October 2019 and are valid to 30 June 2020.

Our Membership year runs from 1 July to 30 June and new member fees are calculated on a quarterly pro-rata basis.

Membership Fees inclusive of GST 2019/20 Annual Rate inclusive of GST

$365.00 $65.00

New Member fee inclusive of GST Total New member rate inclusive of GST % of fee

$430.00

75%

100%

All rates include GST

75%

50%

100%

Join Month April, May, June 2019

July, Aug, Sept 2019

Oct, Nov, Dec 2019

Jan, Feb, March 2020

April, May, Jun 2020

New individual member

$430.00

$430.00

$322.50

$215.00

$430.00

Group up to 10

$1,340.00

$1,340.00

$1,005.00

$670.00

$1,340.00

Group up to 20

$2,440.00

$2,440.00

$1,830.00

$1,220.00

$2,440.00

Group up to 30

$3,440.00

$3,440.00

$2,580.00

$1,720.00

$3,440.00

Group up to 40

$4,340.00

$4,340.00

$3,255.00

$2,170.00

$4,340.00

Group up to 50

$5,140.00

$5,140.00

$3,855.00

$2,570.00

$5,140.00

30 June 2020

30 June 2020

30 June 2020

30 June 2020

30 June 2021

Membership expiry

Employer-sponsored membership For the full benefits of membership at discounted rates, employers can sign up any number of their staff.

Additional benefits for the employer include: z Significant savings on costs of membership z Improvement of the credit management maturity of the company z Incentives for staff retention z Simplified access to expert knowledge through AICM resources z Improved education of employees through discounted attendance of AICM meetings, seminar and formal training Find out more about employer-sponsored AICM membership, or contact AICM.

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Membership Retired membership Retired membership allows AICM members who are no longer working full time to keep in touch with industry developments and continue to have access to AICM resources, events and training.

As well as satisfying the criteria for membership, retired members must be: –

Over 60 years of age

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Been AICM members for the past 10 consecutive years

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No longer employed.

A retired member has full member rights, can use the post nominals of MICM and be elected and vote on council. If the retired member holds CCE status at the time of retirement they continue to hold that membership without the need to recertify providing they remain retired.

For the 2019-20 membership year the retired member rate is $60.00 inclusive of GST. Find out more about retired membership or contact AICM.

Student membership Student membership is available to full time students who are not employed. We encourage students who are interested in credit to become involved and understand the credit profession.

Student members must be: –

Aged under 30

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Demonstrate full time studies through the holding of a student identification card

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Be studying a credit or business related course

A student member has full member rights, can use the post nominals of MICM and be elected and vote on council.

For the 2019-20 membership year the student member rate is $60.00 inclusive of GST. Find out more about student membership or contact AICM.

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Membership Membership Employer Sponsored (Group) Membership The program offers employers the opportunity to enroll multiple employees as members of the AICM at a discounted rate. The more members, the greater the discount from the standard cost of $415.00 for a new member.

Benefits of the Program – To the company z Significant savings on individual membership z New member administration fee is waived z Elevate the credit function of the company by having all credit staff as AICM members z Enhance the company’s status as “Employer of Choice” by supporting staff to be AICM members z Improve staff retention z Improved education of employees through attendance at network meetings, seminars, formal training and knowledge gained from magazine articles

Benefits of the Program – To the individuals Full benefits of membership including: z Use of post-nominals “MICM” z Attend AICM events, seminars and conferences at member rates z Gain eligibility to apply for Certified Credit Executive status z Access the members section of the AICM website z Receive complimentary copies of Credit Management in Australia z Receive discount member rates for qualification based training run by the AICM e.g.

Cert. IV in Credit Management z Being eligible to run for office z Attend and vote at AGMs

Costs

(all amounts include GST)

EXAMPLE

Single Member

Individual Membership fee - total

New member admin fee

Total based on individual fees

$365

$65

$430

Employer Sponsored Discount program

Cost Per member

Total Savings

4

members

$1,460

$260

$1,720

$1,340

$335

$380

10

members

$3,650

$650

$4,300

$1,340

$134

$2,960

20

members

$7,300

$1,300

$8,600

$2,440

$122

$6,160

30

members

$10,950

$1,950

$12,900

$3,440

$115

$9,460

40

members

$14,600

$2,600

$17,200

$4,340

$109

$12,860

50

members

$18,250

$3,250

$21,500

$5,140

$103

$16,360

AICM members will retain their membership should they leave their place of employment however the employer will be entitled to replace the employee member for the remainder of the year. Interested?

For more information email the AICM National Office aicm@aicm.com.au or call 1300 560 996.

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Membership Application Form Section 1 – Personal Details for Database and Communications

Mr

Ms

Mrs

Miss Other:...................... Given Name: ......................................................................... Surname: ...................................................................................................

Name to appear on all Correspondence (preferred name): ..................................................................................................................... Date of Birth: .............................................................

Home Address: ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... State: ........................ Post Code: ...........................

Mobile:.....................................................Home Ph:................................................... Home Email:.......................................................................................................................................................................

Organisation/Company Name (in full): ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Business Mailing Address: ......................................................................................................................................................................................... State: ........................ Post Code: ...........................

Business Ph: ........................................................................... Business email:.....................................................................................................................................................................................................

Job Title: ............................................................................................................................................................ Industry:.........................................................................................................................................

Manager/Supervisors Name - Opt: ................................................................................ Please indicate if you do not wish AICM to contact Manager/Supervisor: Preferred Mailing Address:

Home

Business

Preferred form of notification for events:

Email – Business

Y

N

Email – Home

Section 2 – Privacy Statement The Australian Institute of Credit Management (AICM) is committed to ensuring the privacy of the personal information we collect and that you have provided to us in the course of business. We believe that respect of privacy forms part of the going trust we wish to develop with you.

We would like to send offers for valuable services and products that may be of interest to you.

Generally, when providing good and services to our members/students we collect personal information directly from the individuals where reasonable and practical. We may also collect information about you from other sources such as publicly available sources of information. We collect personal information in order to operate our businesses efficiently as well as to provide and market our products and/or services for the benefit of our members.

We may use your personal information to identify and communicate with you, for billing purposes, to enable us to provide requested goods and services, to help us to manage, measure interest and enhance goods and services we provide to you, to develop and market goods and services that we consider may be of interest, unless you advise us not to do so.

We may disclose your personal information to third parties where it is necessary to enable us to provide a product or service. We may disclose your personal information to nominated personnel and office holders within AICM, nominated representatives of the individual, other companies or individuals who assist us in providing products and services to you, professional services providers and advisors who perform functions on our behalf.

Organisations providing professional services to us are required to keep those dealings and personal information provided by us as confidential unless required to disclose such information by statute or law.

You may obtain access to personal information that we hold about you. Upon written request, we will provide access to your personal information, except in circumstances limited by the Privacy Act or law.

Section 3 – Declaration I warrant by my signature below that the details provided in this application are true and correct. I hereby apply to be admitted to membership of the Australian Institute of Credit Management and, in support of my application. I herewith submit personal particulars and information. If admitted as a member of the Institute, I agree to be bound by the Constitution and the By-Laws of the AICM. I understand that the Australian Institute of Credit Management is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee and that guarantee is limited to two dollars (AUS$2.00).

Signature of Applicant:..................................................................................................................................................................... Date:............................................................................................................

Section 4 – Payment Options (please check box) Add me to my employer’s group membership

Pay using credit card

Invoice me

Australian Institute of Credit Management Level 3, Suite 303, 1-9 Chandos Street, St Leonards NSW 2065, PO Box 64, St Leonards NSW 1590 | Tel: 1300 560 996 | Fax: (02) 9906 5686. | Email: aicm@aicm.com.au | Web: www.aicm.com.au

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Membership Assessment Mr

Ms

Mrs

Miss Other:...................... Given Name: ......................................................................... Surname: ...................................................................................................

IMPORTANT NOTICE To enable AICM to assign the appropriate level of membership and to assist you with your Certified Credit Executive (CCE) qualification, it would be appreciated if you would complete this form. There are a number of CCE points which can be awarded to you on joining AICM. To avoid you completing the information already detailed in your Resume, please supply a COPY OF YOUR RESUME AND QUALIFICATIONS WITH THIS APPLICATION and we will assess the information for you.

Section 1 – Employment History and Work Experience Total number of years working in the credit industry: .............................. Years

Total number of years acting as a manager/supervisor: ................................Years

Organisation/Company Name (in full):..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Business Mailing Address: ......................................................................................................................................................................................... State: ........................ Post Code: ...........................

Business Phone: .............................................................. E-mail Address:.........................................................................................................................................................................................................

Title of position held ...................................................................................................................... Number of years in that position:....................................................................................................

Percentage of day spent doing credit duties: .......................... %

Number of people supervised: ........................... Value of receivables ledger: $ ......................................

Section 2 – Employer Sponsored Training and Education Courses Attended

Date

Course Title

Venue

Number of Hours/Credit Content

Date

Course Title

Venue

Number of Hours/Credit Content

Date

Course Title

Venue

Number of Hours/Credit Content

Section 3 – Professional Accreditation and Qualifications Attained

Date

Course Title

Learning Institution Attended

Units Completed/Qualification Attained

Date

Course Title

Learning Institution Attended

Units Completed/Qualification Attained

Date

Course Title

Learning Institution Attended

Units Completed/Qualification Attained

Section 4 – AICM CCE Accredited Courses and Qualifications Attained

Date

Course Title

Venue

CCE Points Attained

Date

Course Title

Venue

CCE Points Attained

Date

Course Title

Venue

CCE Points Attained

Section 5 – Declaration I warrant by my signature below that the details provided in this application are true and correct. I hereby apply for membership classification within the Australian Institute of Credit Management and in support of my application I herewith submit personal particulars and information. If admitted as a member of the Institute, I agree to be bound by the Constitution and the By-Laws of the AICM. Signature of Applicant:..................................................................................................................................................................... Date:............................................................................................................

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