Grade: Member MCIPR

What is full membership?

There are several routes into full membership of the CIPR. In order to qualify for membership, you must be able to demonstrate one of the following:

• Ten or more years’ experience in public relations
  OR
• Six years’ full time experience in public relations plus a commitment to provide a one-year record of your CPD activity twelve months after joining*
  OR
• The CIPR Diploma in Public Relations
  OR
• Three years’ full time experience in public relations and a CIPR approved qualification
  OR
• Ten or  more years’ full time experience as a senior manager and hold a senior public relations position in a major organisation

Your application must be sponsored by a current Full Member (MCIPR) or Fellow (FCIPR).  Applicants who hold the CIPR Diploma do not need to get their application sponsored.

You will also need to send a full CV or career synopsis with your application.

What does full membership offer me?

• Professional recognition
  As a full member, you are entitled to use the letters MCIPR after your name and the CIPR member logo on your stationery, giving you proof of your professional status. And our Code of Conduct demonstrates to your employer or clients that you are committed to the highest professional standards.
   
• CIPR PR Centre
  Unlimited access to the Member Rooms in the CIPR PR Centre, giving you a London base where you can check your emails, have a small meeting, visit the PR library or simply have a coffee.
   
• Support in your career development
  Discounts on specialist PR training and access to the CIPR’s continuous professional development scheme, Developing Excellence.
   
• Stay in touch with the latest industry news and views
  Free subscriptions to leading industry publications; regular email newsletters; the online CIPR Member Area; and Profile Extra, the online PR magazine.
   
• Resources to help you work more effectively
  Access to an unrivalled collection of communication guides, case studies, and research in the online Member Area - your exclusive PR resource at your fingertips, 24/7.
   
• Help growing your business
  Free Business Support and Legal helpline.  And free registration on our Matchmaker service to put you in touch with clients looking for PR assistance. Last year, our members won £6 million of new business through Matchmaker.

These are just a few of the benefits available to you as a full Member. Read more about CIPR member benefits here.

How much do I have to pay?

UK annual fee: £204 or £180 if you pay by Direct Debit
International annual fee: £174

How do I apply?

Complete your application form (pdf), sign it and attach a full and up-to-date CV or career synopsis.

If required contact your sponsors and ask them to sign your application. If you would like help in finding a sponsor please contact us on +44 (0)20 7766 3333 or email membership@cipr.co.uk.

Return your form to the CIPR with your payment details. If you are applying under the group membership scheme please ensure all the applications are sent together and are clearly marked 'group membership'.

Please Note: applications may take 3 to 4 weeks to process.

Other CIPR membership grades

• Associate ACIPR
• Affiliate
• Student
• Affiliate Studying
• Global Affiliate
• Fellow FCIPR