An Affordable Educational Program on the Principles of Association Management

The Qualified Association Specialist (QAS) Certificate Program gathers seasoned experts from around the country to present a comprehensive overview of the many facets of working in, or with, an association. This program is perfect for young (or new) professionals in the association industry who want to better understand the many facets of their organization.

The program is an affordable, on-demand educational program for professionals in the association industry. This online training program gathers seasoned experts from around the country to present a comprehensive overview of the many facets of working in, or with, an association.

The Comprehensive Overview of the Key Areas of Association Management includes:

• Organization Types & Management Structures
• Board Governance & Volunteer Management
• Financial Management & Budgeting
• Administration & HR
• Legal Issues in Associations & Risk Management
• Marketing, Communication & Crisis Management
• Social Media & Online Communities
• Membership Recruitment/Engagement/Retention
• Meetings, Conference, Trade Shows
• Non-Dues Development & Training Program
• Public Policy & Government Relations
• And More!

The QAS Program is perfect for:

• New hires in an association
• Someone looking towards their CAE
• Staff who have never had any formal training in how associations operate
• Incoming Leadership or new volunteers
• Any Supplier wanting to better understand association clients (Third-Party Meeting Planners, CPAs, Attorneys, Hoteliers, etc.)

How Can QAS Help Your Career?

• Strengthen your knowledge and skills in Association Management
• Break free of departmental “Silos” and be a more valuable team member
• Master the fundamentals needed for career advancement
• Earn 12 Hours CAE credit

QAS Program Fees

FSAE / SAE Partner Member Rate: $195 - Enter your SAE Coupon Code when registering to get the member rate. Our members get the member rate for this program with coupon code:  MASAEQAS

Non-Member Rate: $295