Prepare for the Exam
Once you've commited to taking the CSEP exam, it's time to prepare for the exam! While this is an experience based exam, there are many ways to fine tune your skills.
The Exam Blueprint is a great way to assess your current skill level. Many current CSEPs have recommended reviewing this list with a highlighter in hand. Highlight those line items that you are comfortable with. Whatever is left, take time to review.
A curated recommended reading list, hand-picked from references from the CSEP Exam.
The Industry Glossary is a list of terms and definitions published by the Events Industry Council.
ILEA is held to an education standard that is based off the ILEA Core Curriculum. By attending these events, you are exposed to different education opportunities. Connect with ILEA at Industry Events.
Because this is an experience based exam, the best way to prepare is to gain more industry experience. If you are looking to expand your knowledge base, try talking to your fellow industry members about their jobs, work for free, shadow them on an event. The ILEA Communities are a great place to start. Those thinking about taking the CSEP exam are welcome to post questions to current CSEPS in the CSEP Q&A community.
Prepare for the exam experience with two practice exams that allow you to simulate your upcoming CSEP testing experience and understand your domain-level strengths and areas of improvement.