CPM Program - Classroom Format
(August 2025 through June 2026)
Location
We only have capacity to deliver two in-person CPM cohorts per year. In recent years, we have delivered a cohort in Chandler and a cohort in Tucson.
Due to rising costs, we only can offer a CPM cohort with a minimum of 30 participants. For August 2025, the Town of Camp Verde is offering to host a cohort for its surrounding communities. The City of Chandler and the City of Tucson remain possible cohort locations as well. We will review registrations on May 1st to determine which locations have enough demand for a possible cohort.
Program Eligibility
To be eligible for the Certified Public Management® Program, applicants are required to have completed at least 60 hours of learning activities that address the CPM Competencies. This requirement can be fulfilled through completion of one of the approved Supervisor Academies or other learning activities that address the CPM competencies. To begin the application process, please follow the link below and submit your completed CPM Application. Admitted applicants will be provided further instructions.
Class Meeting Dates: August 2025 - June 2026
Parking Location: Onsite
Classroom Times: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
| Tuesday Cohort Chandler | Thursday Cohort Camp Verde or Tucson |
|---|---|
| August 12, 19, 26 | August 7, 14, 21, 28 |
| September 2, 9 | September 4 |
| October 7, 14, 21, 28 | October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
| November 4 | No Class in November |
| January 20, 27 | January 8, 15, 22, 29 |
| February 3, 10, 17 | February 5 |
| March 17, 24, 31 | March 5, 12, 19, 26 |
| April 7, 14 | April 2, 30 |
| May 12, 19, 26 | May 7, 14, 21, 28 |
| June 2, 9 |
Program Commitment:
To earn the Certified Public Manager® designation, you will need to commit to the following requirements:
- attend all program class sessions,
- complete all assignments within the specified timeframe, and
- actively engage in the learning process.
Program Cost: $5,000
Once accepted, registering for your seat in Course 1 will guarantee your seat for the entire program. You will need to register for subsequent courses (Courses 2-5) prior to the payment Due Date listed in the table below.
If you plan on paying via check or purchase order (PO), please contact Linda Hess at 602-496-1305 or Linda.Hess@asu.edu for correct options on your registration.
The following options for course payments are available:
- Full program payment (all five courses): Due July 24, 2025
- Payments by course are due on the dates listed below:
| Payment | Due Date | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Course #1 | July 24, 2025 | $1,000 |
| Course #2 | September 18, 2025 | $1,000 |
| Course #3 | December 25, 2025 | $1,000 |
| Course #4 | February 19, 2026 | $1,000 |
| Course #5 | April 16, 2026 | $1,000 |
Cancellations and Refunds:
Cancellations received within two weeks of the first day of class will be assessed a $50.00 cancellation fee.
As of the first day of each class, program registration fees are non-refundable.
To Apply:
Please complete this application, including all required documents by April 30, 2025. If your organization blocks Google forms, you can download a Word application and submit it srvilla7@asu.edu. Qualified applicants will receive information once the Review Committee has completed a review of submitted applications.