Commercial Certified Mortgage Servicer Designation (CCMS) Program
The Commercial Certified Mortgage Servicing (CCMS) designation is a symbol of professionalism and commitment to servicing, recognizing a thorough understanding of the changing, complex, and challenging commercial/multifamily mortgage servicing industry. CCMS designees demonstrate high levels of achievement and command respect due to their professional accomplishments and proven knowledge.
Candidate Profile
Commercial Certified Mortgage Servicer (CCMS) designees must have a thorough understanding of commercial/multifamily real estate and mortgage fundamentals, including lending, underwriting, closing, servicing, asset management, valuation and default management. A command of legal and regulatory requirements, market behaviors and operations is also required.
All commercial and multifamily servicing professionals including, but not limited to, those in the following roles:
- Loan Administration Professionals
- Default Administration Professionals
- Customer Service Professionals
- Service Providers Servicing
- Industry Vendors
- Servicing Management
The Path
The three main categories for earning qualification points include industry participation, education, and commercial/multifamily real estate experience. Additional considerations include a candidate’s commitment to the industry, participation in MBA conferences, working groups and councils, and knowledge of the issues facing the industry. Learn more about the process and points needed.
MBA Education staff and current CCMS designees can provide you with the support needed to earn the CCMS designation. From relevant online courses to assist in earning your education points (while gaining valuable knowledge), to transcript
support or enrolling in the written exam prep course, we are here to help you succeed.
- FoundationalIntermediateAdvanced
- Commercial Servicing
*Although not required, Level I & II are strongly recommended to better prepare for the designation exam and earn additional education points.
CCMS Costs
- Level I (optional): $550
- Level II (optional): $650
- Designation Application Fee: $400
- Designation Prep Course Enrollment, and Written and Oral Exam Fee: $800
- Total (including Level I and II) $2,400
The above pricing is exclusive for MBA Members. Non-member pricing is reflected across the different levels of this program.
Read what CCMS graduates have to say.
Obtaining the CCMS designation has been a pivotal moment in my professional development. Additionally, CCMS Society is a diverse and dynamic community of professionals, and by becoming a member of the CCMS Society it has allowed me to engage with industry leaders, share best practices, and build meaningful relationships. These connections have been invaluable, providing me with mentorship and collaboration opportunities.
Shannon Carmack, CCMS, Director, Commercial Mortgage Analytics and Administration, Ameritas Investment Partners
Achieving my CCMS designation stands as a pinnacle accomplishment in my career. Membership in the CCMS Society not only garners personal recognition but also influences the commercial mortgage servicing industry. Created by commercial loan experts, the designation promotes recognition and fosters a sense of community among professionals with comprehensive knowledge of commercial mortgages.
Siobhan O’Keefe, CCMS, Senior Vice President, Berkadia
The CCMS designation program was a great experience. The designation recognizes personal excellence and as well as the professionalism in the servicing industry. Moreover, CCMS is a personal acknowledgement for the expertise of the designee. I encourage all those in the servicing commercial real estate industry to consider obtaining this designation. It is a worthwhile investment.
Alan Kronovet, CCMS, Executive Vice President, Head of Commercial Mortgage Servicing, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
As a life company lender, I was isolated from all the other aspects of commercial mortgage servicing. Getting the CCMS designation helped me understand the many facets of the industry and gain a greater respect for what our servicers do on a daily basis. It’s also allowed me to connect with industry experts that I can reach out to if I have a question.
Tara L. Uebelhor Bayse, CCMS, Director, Commercial Mortgage Portfolio Management, OneAmerica
So much appreciation to all of the amazing industry professionals & MBA team who designed/administered the CCMS program & supported my pursuit of learning excellence. The CCMS community truly supports and connects its members; promotes best practices & sharing of relevant education & progress across our industry. If I can do it...I know you can, too!
Marcy Thomas, CCIM, CCMS: Portfolio Manager, Grandbridge Real Estate Capital LLC (subsidiary of TRUIST)
Achieving the CCMS designation has given me an instant network of industry experts to leverage. The benefits of achieving the designation will span the rest of my career.
Luke Hoffman, CCMS, Senior Analyst, Closings, Servicing, & Investment Ops, MEMBERS Capital Advisors, Inc.
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