Business Relationship Management · Course + exam
Business Relationship Management Professional (BRMP®)
A foundational course for anyone, at any experience level, who wants to understand why business relationship management matters and what it does to add value — and leave with ideas you can use when you’re back at work.
At a glance
Is this course right for you?
- Who it’s for
- Individuals at every experience level who want a solid baseline in business relationship management.
- Prerequisites
- None.
- Formats
- 3 full days in a classroom · 5 half days online, instructor-led · 3 full days online, instructor-led. Also available as a dedicated course for your organization.
- Included
- Course materials (see below) and the certification exam fee.
- Pricing
- See the price for each session below. Taxes extra. Applicable taxes will be calculated during billing.
- Accreditation
- Value Shepherd is accredited by the Business Relationship Management Institute (through APMG International) to deliver this course.
This page describes the course. Each scheduled session below has its own dates, times, format and status.
Find a session
Upcoming BRMP sessions
- Register
Mon, Nov 16 – Fri, Nov 20, 2026 (5 days) · 12:00–3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
New York / Toronto
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Online
Not yet confirmedRegistration open$1,795 USD per person
Final status will be confirmed by email at least two weeks before the course starts.
- Register
Mon, Dec 14 – Fri, Dec 18, 2026 (5 days) · 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Eastern Time
New York / Toronto
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Online
Not yet confirmedRegistration open$1,795 USD per person
Final status will be confirmed by email at least two weeks before the course starts.
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Mon, Jan 11 – Fri, Jan 15, 2027 (5 days) · 12:00–3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
New York / Toronto
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Online
Not yet confirmedRegistration open$1,795 USD per person
Final status will be confirmed by email at least two weeks before the course starts.
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Mon, Feb 15 – Fri, Feb 19, 2027 (5 days) · 12:00–3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
New York / Toronto
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Online
Not yet confirmedRegistration open$1,795 USD per person
Final status will be confirmed by email at least two weeks before the course starts.
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Mon, Mar 22 – Fri, Mar 26, 2027 (5 days) · 12:00–3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
New York / Toronto
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Online
Not yet confirmedRegistration open$1,795 USD per person
Final status will be confirmed by email at least two weeks before the course starts.
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Mon, Apr 12 – Fri, Apr 16, 2027 (5 days) · 12:00–3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
New York / Toronto
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Online
Not yet confirmedRegistration open$1,795 USD per person
Final status will be confirmed by email at least two weeks before the course starts.
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Mon, May 24 – Fri, May 28, 2027 (5 days) · 12:00–3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
New York / Toronto
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Online
Not yet confirmedRegistration open$1,795 USD per person
Final status will be confirmed by email at least two weeks before the course starts.
- Register
Mon, Jun 21 – Fri, Jun 25, 2027 (5 days) · 12:00–3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
New York / Toronto
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Online
Not yet confirmedRegistration open$1,795 USD per person
Final status will be confirmed by email at least two weeks before the course starts.
Only sessions marked “Confirmed” are confirmed to run.
Taxes extra. Applicable taxes will be calculated during billing. Call for Canadian pricing.
For classes not yet confirmed: You can register without payment. We will notify you when the class is confirmed, or provide a final-status update no later than two weeks before the course starts. Payment is collected after confirmation.
Don’t see a date that works? Ask us about upcoming options.
What you’ll learn
The “why” and the “what” of BRM
Understanding the value
- What business relationship management is and the value it provides to your organization.
- Why an organization needs to move beyond traditional goals of profit and products to become relationship-centered.
- How to apply BRM to your organization’s triple bottom line of people, purpose and planet.
Building the capability
- The importance of integrating BRM into every element of your organization.
- How a mature BRM capability evolves culture, builds partnerships, drives value and satisfies purpose.
- The basic knowledge, skills and mindsets of the BRM role.
Putting it to work
- The core BRM approaches, tools and templates used to achieve results.
- Assessing the value and impact of BRM in your organization by drafting the BRM Capability Workbook.
- Transferable knowledge to drive value and build partnerships regardless of your title.
After passing the certification exam, you receive a digital badge representing your comprehension of, and ability to implement, the course knowledge.
The learning experience
Practical, interactive and connected to your work
The course combines discussion, partnering activities and periodic knowledge checks, giving you room to apply the learning to your own organizational situation and create solutions you can use immediately. Participants consistently mention the real-life examples and stories John Krogh brings from his experience.
“I appreciate the real-life examples of how to apply the course material, and the deep knowledge and context that comes with the experience of the instructor.”
“I very much enjoyed the course material and found it to be very interesting to leverage. John brought the material to life, the examples and analogies used helped in recalling information for the exam and when applying the material to our corporate reality. Great course, looking forward to the next step.”
“This course provided a strong foundation for understanding the role of BRM and my role in my organization, and how I can use it in my organization, build strategic partnerships and drive value. John was knowledgeable and provided lots of stories and practical examples that made the concepts easy to understand.”
“I really appreciated John’s depth of experience and teaching style. Some of the most valuable takeaways were based on discussion/opportunity for alignment among our team and real-life experiences John shared with us. He’s an excellent, engaging instructor!”
Before and after class
Materials, preparation and exam
Included materials
- Participant Guide aligned with the course content.
- The official BRMP course textbook.
- BRM Capability Workbook and Impact Report Workbook.
- BRM Role Competency Model.
- Sample exam.
Preparation
- Preparation instructions and any required pre-work will be provided before the course.
- Allow 30–60 minutes each day for reading.
- Allow 4–8 hours for exam preparation.
Exam
- 50-minute certification exam, taken online.
- Individually scheduled with an approved APMG proctor.
- Pass mark: 30 out of 50.
- Exam fees are included with your registration.
Requirements
- There are no prerequisites for this course.
BRMP® is a registered trademark of Business Relationship Management Institute. The BRMP logo is used under permission of BRM Institute. Learn more at brminstitute.org.
For organizations
A private BRMP course for your team
Learning together gives your team a shared language and a chance to align on how BRM applies in your organization. Let’s talk about format and timing.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What formats are available?
3 full days in a classroom, 5 half days online, or 3 full days online — all instructor-led. Currently published open sessions are online, 5 half days.
Is the exam included?
Yes. Exam fees are included with your registration. The 50-minute exam is taken online and individually scheduled with an approved APMG proctor.
What does “Not yet confirmed” mean?
A class marked Not yet confirmed hasn’t been confirmed to run yet. You can register without payment; we’ll notify you when it’s confirmed, or give a final-status update no later than two weeks before the start.
When do I pay?
Payment is collected after a session is confirmed.
Can you run this course for our team?
Yes. BRMP is available as a dedicated course for your organization. Email info@valueshepherd.com to start the conversation.
Do I need experience first?
No. There are no prerequisites; the course is designed for every experience level.
Other questions? Email us or call 1-833-VALUEIT (825-8348). Back to home