Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of the Institute of Place Management – a practical, can-do, experience, data and learning-led community, and the professional body for place leaders and managers since 2006.
Professor Cathy Parker – Co-Founder and Chair, IPM
Member Benefits
Access to a global network
You will join an active international community and have opportunities to contribute to our events and research
Monthly e-mail bulletin
Get the monthly IPM bulletin with a round up of the latest news, developments and research for people that serve places.
Designatory letters
Demonstrate your experience, professional credentials and commitment to place with AIPM, MIPM, FIPM or SFIPM.
Exclusive events
Join a range of events and webinars exclusive to Members, including roundtables, research seminars and policy discussions.
Members only area
Access a range of member resources, including research, case studies, and 100s of others publications focused on place - all in our members only area.
News and updates
We keep Members up-to-date with the latest opportunities and news for placemakers, including government initiatives, policy, and calls for evidence.
Online portfolio & showcase
Build your own online portfolio in our Members area to showcase your work and experience, and keep track of your development.
Conference discount
Get a Member discount for the IPM Biennial Conference, a leading event for international placemakers
Bursaries for study
By becoming a member you may be eligible for bursaries or accredited prior learning to support MSc Place Management study.
Membership Levels
We have the following levels of individual membership to match your role, knowledge and experience.
Student
£50 +VAT per year
IPM Student Member status is available to undergradate and postgraduate students who intend to pursue a career in the field of place management, or are studying within a discipline whereby an understanding of place is a core element. This might include geography, planning, architecture, retail planning, sociology, landscape design or economics.
Associate (AIPM)
£80 +VAT per year
IPM Associate Member status is available to those starting their career in any area of place management, either through enrolling on one of the IPM’s accredited courses or through evidence of less than three years practical experience in the field.
Member (MIPM)
£110 +VAT per year
IPM Member status is available to experienced place management professionals, that hold a first degree (or equivalent qualification) and can demonstrate at least 3 years practical experience in the field.
Very experienced practitioners with 5 or more years of experience who do not hold a first degree (or equivalent) can apply for Full Member Status through a professional competence route by demonstrating that they have graduate-level professional competencies in a number of areas.
Fellow (FIPM)
£140 +VAT per year
IPM Fellow status is available to those that have reached a very high level of personal and professional achievement, within the industry. It is only open to those that meet all the following criteria:
- Hold a higher degree
- Have at least 6 years practical experience
- Can demonstrate that they have had a considerable impact upon place management.