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Certified Brand Manager (CBM)

Strong brands are one of the most valuable assets for any organization, driving customer loyalty, market differentiation, and long-term profitability. The Certified Brand…

  • 5 daysClassroom
  • 14Upcoming dates
  • 14Cities
  • £2,250Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Strong brands are one of the most valuable assets for any organization, driving customer loyalty, market differentiation, and long-term profitability. The Certified Brand Manager (CBM) course is designed to equip professionals with the strategic and practical skills needed to build, manage, and grow powerful brands. Participants will learn how to develop brand strategies, manage brand identity, position products and services effectively, and measure brand performance in competitive markets. This course also prepares participants for CBM certification while strengthening real-world branding capabilities.

Course Methodology

This course combines strategic marketing theory with practical branding applications. Participants will engage in case studies of global brands, interactive workshops, and brand development exercises. Activities will include brand positioning analysis, customer segmentation, storytelling development, and brand equity measurement. Real-world examples from corporate, B2B, and consumer markets will be used to enhance applied learning.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand core principles of brand management and brand equity
  • Develop effective brand positioning and differentiation strategies
  • Create and manage brand identity and messaging systems
  • Analyze target markets and customer behavior
  • Build and sustain strong brand equity over time
  • Apply digital branding and social media strategies
  • Measure brand performance and market impact
  • Prepare for Certified Brand Manager (CBM) certification

Target Audience

  • Marketing and Brand Managers
  • Business Development Professionals
  • Product Managers and Sales Managers
  • Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
  • Advertising and Communications Professionals
  • Professionals preparing for CBM certification

Target Competencies

  • Brand strategy development and execution
  • Market analysis and customer insight interpretation
  • Brand positioning and differentiation
  • Digital branding and communication
  • Creative storytelling and messaging
  • Brand performance measurement
  • Strategic marketing thinking

Course outline

  1. 1Day 1: Foundations of Brand Management
    • Introduction to branding and brand equity
    • Role of brands in business success
    • Brand elements and identity systems
    • Brand architecture models
    • Understanding customer perception
  2. 2Day 2: Brand Strategy and Positioning
    • Market segmentation and targeting
    • Brand positioning frameworks
    • Competitive analysis and differentiation
    • Value proposition development
    • Building strong brand narratives
  3. 3Day 3: Brand Identity and Communication
    • Visual identity systems (logo, colors, tone)
    • Brand voice and messaging strategy
    • Integrated marketing communications
    • Storytelling for brand engagement
    • Consistency across channels
  4. 4Day 4: Digital Branding and Customer Engagement
    • Social media branding strategies
    • Digital marketing channels and tools
    • Content strategy for brand growth
    • Customer experience and engagement
    • Managing online brand reputation
  5. 5Day 5: Brand Performance and Certification Preparation
    • Measuring brand equity and performance
    • KPIs for brand management
    • Case studies of global brands
    • Brand crisis management basics
    • Final review and CBM exam preparation

Dates and fees

16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 20265 days BarcelonaSpain £3,850per delegate Register
21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 20265 days DubaiUnited Arab Emirates £5,250per delegate Register
18JAN 18 - 22 Jan 20275 days Cape TownSouth Africa £4,500per delegate Register
15FEB 15 - 19 Feb 20275 days AmsterdamNetherlands £4,250per delegate Register
15MAR 15 - 19 Mar 20275 days LondonUnited Kingdom £4,200per delegate Register
19APR 19 - 23 Apr 20275 days IstanbulTurkey £2,850per delegate Register
17MAY 17 - 21 May 20275 days MunichGermany £4,250per delegate Register
21JUN 21 - 25 Jun 20275 days ParisFrance £4,500per delegate Register
19JUL 19 - 23 Jul 20275 days FrankfurtGermany £3,250per delegate Register
16AUG 16 - 20 Aug 20275 days Kuala LumpurMalaysia £2,250per delegate Register
20SEP 20 - 24 Sep 20275 days RomeItaly £4,250per delegate Register
18OCT 18 - 22 Oct 20275 days ViennaAustria £4,250per delegate Register
15NOV 15 - 19 Nov 20275 days GenevaSwitzerland £5,250per delegate Register
20DEC 20 - 24 Dec 20275 days MadridSpain £4,250per delegate Register

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Certified Brand Manager (CBM) course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Certified Brand Manager (CBM) course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Barcelona. There are 14 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Barcelona, Dubai, Cape Town, Amsterdam, London, Istanbul, Munich, Paris, Frankfurt, Kuala Lumpur, Rome, Vienna, Geneva, Madrid.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

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