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Accredited Mortgage Professional (AMP) Designation

When you graduate from MBA Education's School of Mortgage Banking (SOMB), you earn the Accredited Mortgage Professional (AMP) designation. This credential recognizes individuals in the single-family real estate finance industry who have demonstrated educational achievement, ethical leadership, and a strong commitment to professional excellence.

SOMB is a comprehensive, three-course program designed specifically for mortgage industry management professionals. Upon completion, graduates gain a deep understanding of mortgage lending—from foundational concepts to advanced strategic planning. As an AMP, you are recognized as a highly trained real estate finance professional.

Since 1948, SOMB has been a cornerstone of mortgage banking education. The AMP designation reflects the knowledge, discipline, and professionalism exemplified by graduates of the School of Mortgage Banking.

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Candidate Profile

The AMP designation is ideal for:

  • Individuals with two or more years of mortgage industry experience
  • Individuals who have successfully completed all three levels of MBA Education's School of Mortgage Banking

The AMP Process

  1. Begin with the School of Mortgage Banking.
    Enroll in the School of Mortgage Banking to get started. View a schedule of upcoming SOMB courses.

    Note: All registrants for SOMB Course III are automatically enrolled in the AMP Designation program at no additional cost. 

  2.  Complete all three SOMB courses.
    To graduate from the School of Mortgage Banking and earn the AMP designation, you must complete: 
    • School of Mortgage Banking Course I - pass final exam
    • School of Mortgage Banking Course II - pass final exam
    • School of Mortgage Banking Course III - successful class participation
  3. Earn your designation.
    Students who meet all designation requirements will earn the AMP Specialist designation at the SOMB Graduation Ceremony at Course III.

After Earning the AMP: The AMP designation is more than a milestone—it’s a gateway. Many mortgage professionals pursue the AMP as a stepping stone to earning the Certified Mortgage Banker (CMB) designation. Learn more about the CMB program.

AMP Costs (early-bird/regular)

  • School of Mortgage Banking I: $1,650/$1,850
  • School of Mortgage Banking II: $1,650/$1,850
  • School of Mortgage Banking III: $1,800/$2,000
  • Total: $5,100/$5,700

The above pricing is exclusive for MBA Members. Non-member pricing is reflected across the different levels of this program.

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Willis Bryant Award

The Willis Bryant Award recognizes outstanding academic achievement in MBA Education’s School of Mortgage Banking (SOMB) program and is awarded yearly to a top student graduate, and therefore, Accredited Mortgage Professional (AMP). Learn more about this honor, including what it takes to be named amongst this distinguished few.