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🎓 Self-Study - Certified Anti-Corruption Manager (CACM)
Study on Your Terms. Lead with Integrity.
Self-Study - Certified Anti-Corruption Manager (CACM)Study on Your Terms. Lead with Integrity. Why Choose the CACM Self-Study Path?You don’t need to attend a review course to become a Certified Anti-Corruption Manager (CACM). The self-study path is designed for busy decision-makers seeking maximum flexibility and cost-efficiency — without compromising the rigor or global value of the CACM credential.
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What Is the CACM?
The Certified Anti-Corruption Manager (CACM) is the premier global certification for executive leaders, public officials, and decision-makers who want to deter, prevent, detect, help correct, and defeat fraud and corruption within their institutions.
The CACM certification is founded on internationally recognized frameworks and standards, including:
- The United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC)
- The OECD Anti-Bribery Convention
- Financial Action Task Force (FATF)
- The French Sapin II Law under the EU CSRD
- The COSO internal control framework
- The AACI’s Ten Principles of Fighting Corruption
- The AACI’s Standards on Fighting Corruption
- Proprietary AACI concepts: Anti-Corruption Intelligence and Performative Integrity
- Additional globally relevant anti-corruption best practices
What You Receive as a CACM Self-Study Candidate
Upon registration and payment of the CACM Self-Study Fee, you will receive:
- The official CACM Review Textbook (2025 Ed.) — 750+ pages of authoritative, exam-aligned content
- Two official CACM practice test sessions
- Authorization to sit for the CACM Exam (proctored in person or via Zoom)
Upon Passing the Exam:
- One-year membership in The AACI (first year included)
- A temporary digital CACM certificate, available for immediate download
- Within 45 days, you will receive:
- Your official digital CACM certificate
- Your digital AACI membership card
- Other relevant documents uploaded to your AACI membership portal
CACM Exam Format
- 105 questions (multiple choice and true/false)
- 160 minutes
- 75% required to pass (equivalent to 75 out of 100 graded questions)
- No backtracking — answer one question at a time
- Live proctoring via Zoom or at an authorized in-person center
- One attempt per Exam Authorization (additional authorizations may be purchased)
Sitting for the CACM Exam
- You may register at any time during the calendar year
- You must sit for the exam within six months from date of payment.
- If you fail to sit for the exam within six months from the date of payment, your USD 925 exam fee is forfeited
- You may purchase additional attempts:
- One Exam Authorization: USD 250 (non-refundable)
- Two Exam Authorizations: USD 399 (non-refundable, if purchased together)
- The CACM Exam Authorization Letter (EAL) will be issued within 15 days of submitting your complete application and payment.
Identity Verification & Exam Security
- You must present valid government-issued photo ID at the exam
- Entry may be denied if identification is unclear or unverified
- Admittance does not guarantee score release; impersonation or forgery will void results
Prohibited Items During the Exam
Leave the following items outside the testing environment:
Books, bags, phones, watches, food, notes, headsets, jewelry, electronic devices, sunglasses, wallets, hats (unless for religious reasons), printed materials, and any unauthorized aids.
A complete list will be included in your EAL.
CACM Self-Study Fee and Exam Cost
To register, you must submit a total of USD 1,000 to The AACI:
| Fee Item | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| One-time Registration Fee (non-refundable) | $75 |
| CACM Self-Study Fee (includes textbook, practice tests, and exam access) | $925 |
| Total Due at Registration | $1,000 |
Proctoring Fee (Paid Separately)
- All CACM exams are live-proctored
- A USD 200 proctoring fee must be paid directly to the individual or party administering the exam
- Proctoring is supervised and quality-controlled by The AACI Exam Unit
How to Start
- Complete the CACM Candidate Application »
- Pay USD 1,000 to register and access your materials
- Receive your CACM Review Textbook and Exam Authorization Letter
- Prepare at your pace, schedule your exam, and earn your CACM
Integrity Is a Choice. Make Yours Count.
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