AISM Memberships

Join Africa's
Strategic Managers

Advance your professional standing, expand your network and demonstrate your commitment to strategic leadership through an AISM membership.

AISM members receiving certificates at an induction ceremony
Types of Membership

Choose Your Professional Path

Associate Member

AAISM

  • Graduate of any recognized University in Africa or abroad
  • HND, HNC or equivalent qualification
  • Professional certificate such as ACIA, ACIS, ACMA, ANAN or ACA

Full Member

MAISM

  • MBA, MSc or MPA from a recognized university
  • First degree or HND with at least 5 years relevant experience
  • Professional certificate such as ACIA, ANAN or ICAN
  • Must be above 30 years of age

Fellow Member

FAISM

  • PhD degree holder
  • Must be above 40 years of age
  • First degree or HND with over 10 years relevant experience
  • Must have attained the highest peak of the profession

Doctoral Fellow

DFAISM

  • Doctoral degree (PhD, DBA, DSc) or equivalent terminal qualification
  • Distinguished record of strategic management research, leadership and practice
  • Significant contribution to professional or institutional development
  • Must be above 45 years of age with 15+ years relevant experience
Member Benefits

The Value of AISM Membership

Official Certificate

Receive an AISM membership certificate awarded under the approval of the Institute's Council.

Post-Nominal Letters

Use AAISM, MAISM or FAISM after your name in all correspondence to demonstrate professional standing.

Continuous Development

Access CPD programmes designed to strengthen strategic leadership and management competence.

Professional Networking

Share knowledge and experiences with managers and leaders across Africa.

Research & Knowledge

Participate in the research, documentation and dissemination of strategic management knowledge.

Collaboration Opportunities

Access opportunities for professional, institutional and cross-border collaboration.

Registration Fees

AISM Membership Fees

All fees are listed in Nigerian Naira (₦).

CategoryApplicationInductionSubscriptionDevelopment LevyTotal
Doctoral Fellow₦30,000₦225,000₦15,000₦30,000₦300,000
Fellow₦20,000₦140,000₦10,000₦20,000₦190,000
Full Member₦13,000₦115,000₦7,000₦15,000₦150,000
Associate Member₦10,000₦85,000₦5,000₦10,000₦110,000
Student Member₦5,000₦40,000—₦5,000₦50,000
Application & Membership Process

How to Become a Member

  1. 01

    Select your professional membership category.

  2. 02

    Provide your qualification and year of graduation.

  3. 03

    Your eligibility and appropriate membership category will be assessed.

  4. 04

    Upon confirmation, you will receive the applicable fee and payment details.

  5. 05

    Complete your registration and payment.

  6. 06

    Receive your membership confirmation and induction information.

FASAS Professional Membership Services

Coordinating Professional Membership & Development Opportunities

🇬🇭 AISM Fee Schedule — Ghana Applicants

AISM Membership Fees (Ghana)

African Institute of Strategic Managers (AISM) — select your professional membership category based on your qualification and years of professional experience. All fees are listed in Ghana Cedis (GH₵).

Membership CategoryGhana Fee
Doctoral Fellow (AISM)GH₵4,400
Associate Member (AISM)GH₵1,400
Full Member (AISM)GH₵1,900
Fellow (AISM)GH₵2,800

How to Apply

  1. 01

    Select your professional membership category.

  2. 02

    Provide your qualification and year of graduation.

  3. 03

    Your eligibility and appropriate membership category will be assessed.

  4. 04

    Complete payment after your eligibility is confirmed.

  5. 05

    Receive your membership and induction information.

Important

Membership placement is based on the applicant's qualification and professional experience. Applicants should provide accurate information for proper assessment.

FASAS Professional Membership Services

Coordinating Professional Membership & Professional Development Opportunities

🇬🇭 For Ghana Applicants: Fees are stated in Ghana Cedis for convenience. The equivalent was calculated using recent NGN/GHS market rates and rounded to practical amounts; exchange rates can change.

Online Application

Apply for AISM Membership

Complete the form below to begin your membership application. A member of our team will respond with the next steps.

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Education & Professional Training

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Submit online, download a pre-filled plain-text copy, or download the official PDF form to print, sign and email to contact.aism@gmail.com.

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