If the MarKom examination is not passed the first time, it can be repeated after re-registration - but only at the next examination date.

The examination fees must be paid in full for each registration and participation in an examination or re-examination.

Note: The last MarKom certificate examination took place on 5.12.2023. There will be no more exams in the future. If you are interested in alternative training courses, please contact the schools directly.

Until the 2018 examination year, the MarKom entrance examination is mandatory for admission to the following Federal Professional Examinations (FPE):

• PR professionals
• Sales experts
• Marketing experts
• Communication planner
• Copywriter

From the 2019 examination year, participants in the individual Federal Professional Examinations no longer have to be holders of a MarKom certificate.

The MarKom admission test confirms sound basic knowledge in the following areas:

• Business administration
• National economy
• Law and finance
• Marketing, communication and market research
• Social media marketing, digital marketing and search engine marketing
• Sales and distribution
• Public Relation PR

Note: The last MarKom certificate examination took place on 5.12.2023. There will be no more exams in the future. If you are interested in alternative options, the schools will be happy to provide information.

During the preparatory course for the MarKom exam, the knowledge required for the exam is taught, which must be repeated and internalized outside of the classroom.

This will take around four hours a week in addition to the lessons, although this may of course be more for one participant and less for another. However, it is essential to work through and prepare for the lessons.

Note: The last MarKom certificate examination took place on 5.12.2023. There will be no more exams in the future. If you are interested in alternative training courses, please contact the schools directly.

In a MarKom course for the exam, participants not only receive pure knowledge transfer of the exam-relevant material, but they are also specifically prepared for the exam. For example, there are many exercises and test exams. Participants are trained in the procedure and structure of the exam, which can take away much of the exam anxiety, as you know what to expect.