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Introduction

People with an interest in mathematics join the IMA for a variety of reasons. They include, inter alia: networking with other mathematicians, gaining vital information on the latest developments and what is affecting the health and well being of mathematics; addressing adverse public perception of mathematics; ensuring governments fully understand the value of mathematics to the wider economy; and influencing the media to have a positive attitude towards mathematics and mathematicians.

Individual membership of the IMA demonstrates a person’s standing within the mathematics profession and their support for mathematical disciplines. Those who want their commitment to continuing professional development (CPD) and additional experience and professional standing recognised often apply for chartership (CMath or CSci).

IMA Corporate Affiliates are public and private sector organisations that wish to demonstrate their commitment to mathematics. They value their mathematically trained staff and value commitment to continuing professional development (CPD).

• is a charitable, not for profit organisation governed by Royal Charter;
• makes no charge for Corporate Affiliation;
• is dedicated to promoting mathematics for the benefit of society, and hence the welfare of business and technology for employers, employees and clients;
• supports the underpinning mathematics needed to sustain and expand the knowledge economy, nationally and internationally;
• regulates and awards the Chartered Mathematician (CMath) designation, and awards the Chartered Scientist (CSci) designation;
• manages the Institute’s and mathscareers websites offering support, resources and advice to mathematicians and anyone interested in mathematics as a career. It also provides links between potential employees and employers.

• Free bimonthly copy of Mathematics Today received by every member.
• Reduced Conference Rates.
• Discounts for IMA published journals.
• Local IMA branch meetings.
• Access to the IPD, CPD, graduate training schemes, and competencies frameworks developed by the IMA.
• Increased networking opportunities at IMA events.
• Access to recruitment adverts from our Corporate Affiliates.
• Enhanced career and promotion opportunities.
• Use of post nominals AMIMA, MIMA or FIMA
• The IMA maintains a group on LinkedIn, the social networking site aimed at professionals. The Early Career Mathematicians also have a Facebook page and the IMA maintains a presence on Twitter.

The Value of Chartership for Individuals

• Use of post nominals CMath or CSci
• Recognition of enhanced performance and reputation
• Status comparable to colleagues in other institutions
• Increased employment opportunities
• Coordinated CPD

WHY WOULD COMPANIES WANT TO PAY IMA MEMBER FEES?

• Payment of membership and chartership fees represents only a small fraction of the employees’ cost.
• Benefits are as above.
• Better individual performance leads to better company performance and reputation.

THE VALUE OF CORPORATE AFFILIATION FOR ORGANISATIONS

• The IMA offers a graduate training scheme to those organisations that require it, or will accredit an existing scheme. The IMA also has an IPD scheme.
• The IMA provides a CPD framework for Chartered employees.
• The IMA runs about ten conferences a year. IMA members may attend IMA conferences at the considerably discounted Member rate.
• Employers’ Forum
• Publicising the recruitment profile of Corporate Affiliates to graduates in Mathematics Today and our websites.
• The IMA maintains a group on LinkedIn. The Early Career Mathematicians also have a Facebook page and the IMA maintains a presence on Twitter.
• Sponsorship Opportunities for conferences and events.
• Use of the IMA Logo.
• Supporting the IMA’s work to promoting the public understanding of STEM.

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