The Ramsey Group Certification
Certification That Builds Trust
Certification against MAPS™ demonstrates to boards, investors, and stakeholders that your organization meets the global benchmark for M&A performance. Each certification includes compliance reporting, audit validation, and annual renewal to ensure ongoing excellence.
Why MAPS™ certification matters
In today's complex M&A environment, stakeholders demand transparency and assurance.
Stakeholder confidence
Provide boards and investors with objective evidence of M&A readiness and capability.
Risk mitigation
Identify and address gaps before they impact deal success or regulatory compliance.
Competitive advantage
Differentiate your organization with recognized M&A excellence and best practices.
Certification at a glance
- Tiers
- 03
- Max validity
- 18 mo
- Audit steps
- 04
- Status
- Launching
Choose your certification level
Three tiers to match your organization's M&A maturity and requirements.
MAPS™ Bronze Certification
Foundation-level individual certification demonstrating MAPS™ framework understanding.
Requirements
- Complete MAPS™ Fundamentals course
- Pass foundation knowledge assessment
- Demonstrate basic framework understanding
- Complete 2 case study analyses
Benefits
- Professional certification badge
- LinkedIn profile enhancement
- Access to MAPS™ community network
- Continuing education credits
MAPS™ Silver Certification
Intermediate-level certification for experienced M&A professionals.
Requirements
- Bronze certification prerequisite
- 2+ years M&A experience
- Advanced framework application skills
- Peer review assessments
Benefits
- Advanced practitioner recognition
- Industry leadership credibility
- Speaking and thought leadership opportunities
MAPS™ Gold Certification
Expert-level certification for senior M&A leaders and consultants.
Requirements
- Silver certification prerequisite
- 5+ years senior M&A experience
- Leadership in major transactions
- Contribution to MAPS™ framework evolution
Benefits
- Elite practitioner recognition
- Framework governance participation
- Master trainer qualification
- Advisory board eligibility
The MAPS™ certification process
A rigorous, objective assessment process designed to validate your M&A capabilities.
- 01
Application Review
Initial review of certification application and prerequisite verification.
3–5 days
- 02
Knowledge Assessment
Comprehensive examination of MAPS™ framework understanding and application.
1 week
- 03
Practical Evaluation
Case study analysis and demonstration of framework application skills.
1–2 weeks
- 04
Certification Decision
Final review and certification level determination with development recommendations.
3–5 days
Ready to get certified?
Join the growing community of MAPS™-certified organizations.
Start your certification journey today and demonstrate your M&A excellence. Certification programs are being built in 2026.