GENERAL QUESTIONS

1. What is the CACM certification?
The Certified Anti-Corruption Manager (CACM) is a professional management designation awarded by The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) to decision-makers who demonstrate the minimum, optimal anti-corruption intelligence required to prevent and deter corruption and fraud.

2. Who should apply for the CACM certification?
The CACM is ideal for:

• Public officials and senior government personnel

• Board members, executive and senior managers

• Compliance officers, GRC professionals, auditors, and forensic accountants

• Investigators, attorneys, legal professionals

• Decision-makers in public, private, and nonprofit sectors

3. What are the eligibility requirements?
To be eligible for the CACM designation, candidates must:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

• Have a minimum of 3 years of managerial experience

• Abide by The AACI Code of Ethics

• Pass the CACM exam

• Meet continuing professional education (CPE) requirements annually

• Maintain good standing and membership with The AACI

4. What is the format of the CACM exam?

• 105 total questions (multiple-choice and true/false)

• 5 unknown/ungraded questions (not identified)

• Only 100 questions count toward the final score

• Each question carries equal weight (1 point)

• 160 minutes total exam time

• No backtracking allowed

• One attempt per registration; one additional retake allowed for a fee

• Passing score: 75% (75 correct out of 100 graded questions)

5. What is anti-corruption intelligence?
Defined by The AACI as the minimum, optimal knowledge a decision-maker should possess to intelligently avoid fraud and corruption. It includes principles of internal control, governance, due diligence, anti-corruption law, whistleblowing, decision-making, auditing, and emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain.

6. What materials are provided to CACM candidates?

• CACM Review Textbook (2025 Ed., digital copy)

• Two CACM practice test sessions (25 questions each)

• Access to a live-proctored CACM exam (in-person or Zoom)

• Digital CACM certificate upon passing the exam

• One-year membership in The AACI

7. Is the CACM textbook printable?
No. The digital textbook is copyright-protected. Printing or reproduction is strictly prohibited and subject to a $100,000 USD fine.

8. In which language is the CACM course and exam conducted?
English.

9. How do I pay for the CACM exam or course?
Payments are accepted via bank transfer, wire transfer, or PayPal. Cash is not accepted.

10. What happens if I fail the CACM exam?
You are allowed one additional attempt for a fee.

11. What happens after I pass the CACM exam?
You will immediately receive an unofficial digital certificate. The official CACM certificate will be issued by The AACI within 45 days. No printed certificate is issued by default.

12. How do I maintain my CACM designation?
To remain in good standing, a CACM must:

• Abide by The AACI Code of Ethics

• Satisfy CPE requirements

• Pay the annual membership fee of USD 150

• Follow the Certified Anti-Corruption Manager (CACM) Membership Renewal, Lapse, and Reinstatement Policy: Read the policy

SELF-STUDY CANDIDATES

13. Can I pursue the CACM without attending a review course?
Yes. The Self-Study option includes:

• CACM Review Textbook (2025 Ed., digital)

• Two practice sessions

• One CACM exam attempt (live-proctored)

• CACM digital certificate upon passing

• One-year AACI membership

14. Is the exam format different for self-study candidates?
No. The format, rules, and passing requirements are identical for self-study and review course candidates.

15. Do self-study candidates receive a certificate of attendance?
No. The certificate of attendance is only issued to those who attend a CACM Review Course and participate in at least 80% of the program duration.

16. What resources help self-study candidates prepare?

• The CACM Review Textbook (2025 Ed.)

• Two practice sessions (25 questions each)

• Familiarity with the exam structure and rules

17. Where can I find the official Zoom exam rules and guidelines?
You can review the exam rules here: CACM Zoom Exam Rules and Guidelines

For further information, visit: www.theaaci.net or contact The AACI Exam Unit at exam@theaaci.com