When will my membership expire?
Your membership will expire within one year from your last renewal before which you will be notified by us a month before the expiry date
What benefits will AKMS membership grant me?
An AKMS membership will bring great benefits to both an organization and individual through:
- Initiating challenging discussions with fresh prospective.
- Increasing the capacity of skills, knowledge and confidence.
- Sharing experience and knowledge.
How do I apply for AKMS membership?
This can be done by filling-in the membership application and send it back with membership fee by one of the following methods:
- Check drawn to the order of Arab Knowledge and Management Society (AKMS)-Jordan.
- A bank transfer to the order of Arab Kno
How much does the membership cost?
Memberships for individuals are $ 100, while memberships for institutions are $ 200.
How can I enroll in AKMS training programs?
This can be done by filling a training application form which includes all the required personal information, in addition to a management nomination letter from your company.
How can I pay for the training program?
The available payment options include:
- Bank transfer to the order of the Arab Knowledge and Management Society, Al-Ahli Bank-Shmeisani Branch, Amman-Jordan A/C No. (152727)
- Check drawn to the order of the Arab Knowledge and Management Society
Does AKMS offer training program discounts for group registrations?
Yes, AKMS does offer a special discount for group registration in addition to a discount for early registration.
Do I have to attend a training course before I sit for the ISTO exam?
No
What are the specified dates for the ISTO exam?
- January 27th 2007
- March 24th 2007
- May 26th 2007
- July 14th 2007
- September 15th 2007
- November 17th 2007
Will I get to know my exact exam score?
No. You will be informed whether or not you have passed (the passing grade is 70%), or passed with distinction (85% or above).
What will happen if I fail the exam?
If you do not pass, you have the right to re-sit for the exam.
Is there a limit to the number of times I can re-sit for the exam?
No. Candidates are entitled to re-sit for the exam as many times as they wish.
The names of the candidates who have passed will be posted on the ISTO website, in addition to certificates with combined AKMS and ISTO logo.
What are the enrollment requirements of this program?
Individuals wishing to enroll in the ACQM program must hold:
- A university degree in one of the following fields: Management, Economy, Information Technology, Consultancy or any other related field.
- A proof of practical work experience of no less
How can I apply for this program?
Candidates should complete the registration form, in addition they should provide three recent personal photos, evidence of Academic Qualifications,evidence of necessary experience,evidence of professional memberships (optional),identity card copy, and va
What is the payment policy?
Registrations without complete payment, at least one week before the course will be disregarded
What can I study to help me pass the program exam?
AKMS recommends several useful references which can help participants in passing the program's exam, such references are found at the end of each module's training material. In addition to the participant's professional background
Will I receive confirmation on whether I have or haven't been accepted into the program prior its starting date?
Candidates who submit the ACQM program application will receive confirmation on the success of their application via e-mail. Candidates whose applications were unsuccessful will also be notified.
What is ACQM exam format?
The exam will be divided into four sections; multiple choice, essay questions, explanation answers and short answers.
When and where will the program course and exam take place?
The program, including the exam and training courses, is held twice a year at either the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh College of Business (TAGCB), Amman-Jordan or any of the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAGorg) offices in the Arab countries.
Q. What is the passing score on a program exam? What if I did not pass?
A minimum average of 70/100 is required to pass the exam.
If the participant fails to pass one or more of the exam sessions, he/she will receive an analysis of the exam to assist him/her for future studies and will also have the right to re-sit for the exam.
In the case that a participant fails to pass the second time, he/she is required to retake both the course and the exam.
When will my exam results come out?
The exam results will be issued within a maximum of 6 weeks from the date of the exam.
What publications does AKMS offer?
AKMS offers two publications:
- Business Guide to the World Trading System
- Abu-Ghazaleh Accounting and Business Dictionary
How can I get a copy of those publications?
You can either order a copy directly online, or by sending an email to akms@akms.org.