Become a Member
Join the NiMRA community! Membership is open to anyone passionate about the ever-evolving insights industry. Be part of shaping the future of marketing research in Nigeria and enjoy exclusive benefits, resources, and connections.
Join our community!
We are building a vibrant community of marketing research and insight professionals passionate about driving business success through data-driven insights. Our diverse membership includes researchers, practitioners, analysts, consultants, educators, and innovators shaping Nigeria’s marketing research future. We recognize each member’s unique journey and offer tailored membership categories to match your skills, experience, and goals. Whether you’re starting out or a seasoned professional, there’s a place for you at NiMRA.
Join us to unlock exclusive benefits such as:
- Access to cutting-edge knowledge and resources
- Professional development opportunities
- Networking with peers and industry leaders
- Contributions to national marketing research initiatives
We promote data-driven decision-making as a key driver of success in any clime, support professionals in their pursuit of excellence, and develop innovative solutions to social challenges.
Join us today and discover new possibilities for your career and business!
Membership pricing
Explore Our Membership Options and Choose Your Membership Match!
Large Corporate Membership
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Orgs. with 26+ employees
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Corporate membership fees apply solely to the registering organization and do not include individual membership fees.
Medium corporate Membership
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Orgs. with 0-25 employees
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Corporate membership fees apply solely to the registering organization and do not include individual membership fees.
Full member fees
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Minimum of a full Degree, HND or equivalent.
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A full member should have 7 (Seven) years post graduation experience in a reputable organization or Agency and 5 (five) years of which must be in full research function.
Affiliate members fees
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Same qualification as for Full Membership
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Those who have sufficient experience that will qualify them as a full Member except that they are not in mainstream research; executive or manager functions may be admitted as Associates.
Associate member fees
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3 years Experience in an Agency
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For persons in a complimentary research function. The person should have worked or be working for at least 3 years in an Agency or Department that has a Full Member
Student member fees
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Study to pass the exams of the Association
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Academic qualification should not be below School Certificate with at least 5 (five) O’ level credits in one sitting; including English Language
BENEFITS
What you stand to gain as a member
Upgrade Skill & Knowledge
Professional Training is always available. Members can additionally take advantage of the periodic Webinars to learn about latest trends and technologies as shared by industry experts.
Inspire Confidence
The Association’s articulate Code of Practice provides reference for ethical practice, self-regulation and protection against malpractices and bad actors. Member adherence inspires confidence in Clients.
Connection
Through a variety of forums, members can share ideas on specific issues and network for collaboration. The Breakfast Meetings, Business Forum and CEO- Roundtable events
Be noticed & heard
The research service Directory offers a robust catalogue of all members and the respective services they conduct. Members increase their chances of being noticed and likely contacted by potential clients through information about members on the Association’s website.
Validation
Every member has a Certificate of Membership that could be displayed as a confidence booster. Furthermore, attendance certificates are awarded to members who have gone through NiMRA training.
Comradeship with learning
Every year, members come together at The NiMRA Conference to share views and new learnings on topical industry matters through presentations and panel discussions by moguls and captains of industry.
Membership Requirements
Here’s a list of requirements that will be measured
All persons of not less than 18 years of age shall be eligible for membership provided the person seeking membership can show evidence of recognized accomplishment and professional standing.
- A full member should have 7 (Seven) years post graduation experience in a reputable organization or Agency and 5 (five) years of which must be in full research function.
- A Full Member should normally, be well grounded in research techniques and applications. On the Agency side, such should be a full research executive (not Trainee/Asst.) for at least 5 years. On the Client side, the person should normally be a full manager in a reputable organization.
- Educational background should be minimum of a full Degree, HND or equivalent.
Eligible persons shall only be admitted to Membership by the applicant’s professional qualifications, work experience as well as educational levels and the ability to demonstrate sound research knowledge and its full applications, as mentioned above.
All persons of not less than 18 years of age shall be eligible for membership provided the person seeking membership can show evidence of recognized accomplishment and professional standing.
- Those who have sufficient experience that will qualify them as a full Member except that they are not in mainstream research; executive or manager functions may be admitted as Associates.
- Those who could qualify as Full Members but for number of years of experience.
- Individual cases could be treated on their merit as regards Educational backgrounds and experience.
ls shall only be admitted to Membership by the applicant’s professional qualifications, work experience as well as educational levels and the ability to demonstrate sound research knowledge and its full applications, as mentioned above.
All persons of not less than 18 years of age shall be eligible for membership provided the person seeking membership can show evidence of recognized accomplishment and professional standing.
- For persons in a complimentary research function. The person should have worked or be working for at least 3 years in an Agency or Department that has a Full Member or someone qualified to be a Full Member of the Association.
ls shall only be admitted to Membership by the applicant’s professional qualifications, work experience as well as educational levels and the ability to demonstrate sound research knowledge and its full applications, as mentioned above.
All persons of not less than 18 years of age shall be eligible for membership provided the person seeking membership can show evidence of recognized accomplishment and professional standing.
- Academic qualification should not be below School Certificate with at least 5 (five) O’ level credits in one sitting; including English Language or 6 (six) O’ Level Credits in two sittings; including English Language..
- Must show interest in marketing research as a career either in the executive or manager cadre or in any of the supporting skills.
- Must be actively studying to pass the exams of the Association if and when they are set up.
ls shall only be admitted to Membership by the applicant’s professional qualifications, work experience as well as educational levels and the ability to demonstrate sound research knowledge and its full applications, as mentioned above.
Market Research Fellows
Here is a list of NiMRA Distinguished Fellows
Founding Fathers
Tejumola Kareem
Dr. Josiah Ebhomenye
Sola Akinagbe
Fellows
Stella Okpala
Dr. Seun Ajayi
Lanre Fasakin
Joy Uyanwune
Yemisi Makinde
