Program Designation


PBP Designation Badge

TMPAA, in pursuit of its mission to promote Best Practices in program administration, elevate the status of Program Business in the insurance industry, and recognize the specialized skill sets of Program Specialists, has partnered with The Institutes to provide the Program Business Professional™ (PBP) designation.

The PBP curriculum encompasses program-specific content and incorporates courses from the CPCU® designation. This comprehensive approach ensures a dynamic learning experience for professionals seeking advancement in Program Business, while also earning credit towards additional Institutes Designations.

TMPAA members can find more information and sign up for discounted courses here:  https://web.theinstitutes.org/target-university 


Target University was established in 2012 to promote Best Practices in program administration, enhance the status of Program Business in the insurance industry and recognize the specialized skill sets of Program Specialists. The University was developed through the efforts of the TMPAA Board and a Committee of TMPAA members who served as advisors on course development. Since it’s inception, more than 200 CPL designations were awarded. In 2024, TMPAA discontinued the CPL designation and partnered with The Institutes to continue the original mission of Target University and enhance the Program Education offerings for members with the Program Business Professional (PBP) curriculum.  View a list of all CPL recipients

Target University