GAFM-CCBM Exam Information and Outline
Certified Compensation and Benefits Manager (CCBM)
Syllabus Update Checked on: November 9, 2026
GAFM-CCBM Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
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The information below reflects the 2026 syllabus defined by
GAFM.
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- Exam Format
- Online multiple-choice certification examination following the GAFM Accredited Certification Training Program (ACTP)
- Total Rewards Strategy
- Compensation philosophy and pay structures
- Job Analysis and Evaluation
- Job descriptions and grading systems
- Pay Market Surveys and Benchmarking
- Base Pay and Incentive Design
- Variable pay, bonuses and sales incentives
- Employee Benefits
- Health, retirement and wellness programs
- Executive Compensation and Equity Plans
- Compliance, Pay Equity and Communication