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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 or online
  • 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

Schedule

Dates and fees

14 upcoming dates in 14 cities. Fees are per delegate; bring colleagues and every seat is discounted. Every date can also be joined live online for £1,050.

All dates as PDF
November 2026
16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
December 2026
21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 days
United Arab Emirates flag DubaiUnited Arab Emirates · Classroom
£5,250per delegate2+ people: £4,200 each
January 2027
18JAN 18 - 22 Jan 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
South Africa flag Cape TownSouth Africa · Classroom
£4,500per delegate2+ people: £3,600 each
February 2027
15FEB 15 - 19 Feb 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Netherlands flag AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
March 2027
15MAR 15 - 19 Mar 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each
April 2027
19APR 19 - 23 Apr 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Turkey flag IstanbulTurkey · Classroom
£2,850per delegate2+ people: £2,280 each
May 2027
17MAY 17 - 21 May 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Germany flag MunichGermany · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
June 2027
21JUN 21 - 25 Jun 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
France flag ParisFrance · Classroom
£4,500per delegate2+ people: £3,600 each
July 2027
19JUL 19 - 23 Jul 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Germany flag FrankfurtGermany · Classroom
£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each
August 2027
16AUG 16 - 20 Aug 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Malaysia flag Kuala LumpurMalaysia · Classroom
£2,250per delegate2+ people: £1,800 each
September 2027
20SEP 20 - 24 Sep 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Italy flag RomeItaly · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
October 2027
18OCT 18 - 22 Oct 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Austria flag ViennaAustria · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
November 2027
15NOV 15 - 19 Nov 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Switzerland flag GenevaSwitzerland · Classroom
£5,250per delegate2+ people: £4,200 each
December 2027
20DEC 20 - 24 Dec 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Spain flag MadridSpain · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

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.

Can I take Certified Brand Manager (CBM) online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,050 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

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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