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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Salesforce
Exam Format
105 min
60
67%
Administrator
Registration
$200 USD
Online Proctored, Pearson VUE, or online proctoring
English, Japanese
Validity
3 years
Complete annual release maintenance modules on Trailhead; Pass the current version of the exam; Earn continuing education points through Trailhead
CERTIFIED-MARKETING-CLOUD-ADMINISTRATOR Exam Topics and Domains
CERTIFIED-MARKETING-CLOUD-ADMINISTRATOR is organized into 5 weighted domains. Expect to work with Email Studio, Contact Builder, Automation Studio, Data Extensions, and more.
1
Setup
38%
Business Units Configuration
Tenant Types and StructureBusiness Unit Administration
- Configure business units based on organizational structure
- Understand tenant types and their use cases
- Manage business unit relationships and hierarchy
Users, Permissions, and Security
User ManagementSecurity SettingsPermissions and RolesAudit Trail
- Configure user accounts and assign appropriate roles
- Implement security best practices
- Use audit trail for monitoring and compliance
- Manage permissions based on job functions
Integrations
Salesforce CRM IntegrationAPI IntegrationsData Integrations
- Configure Marketing Cloud Connect with Salesforce CRM
- Set up synchronized data sources
- Implement API integrations
- Configure automated data imports
Setup Home Features
Setup NavigationAccount Configuration
- Navigate Marketing Cloud Engagement setup effectively
- Configure account-level settings
- Implement email authentication and deliverability settings
Marketing Cloud Engagement Extension Products
Email Studio ExtensionsJourney Builder Add-onsMobile StudioSocial Studio
- Identify Marketing Cloud Engagement extension products
- Understand extension product capabilities
- Configure and enable extensions appropriately
2
Subscriber Data Management
18%
Data Model and Structure
Lists and Data ExtensionsContact ModelProfile and Preference Attributes
- Design appropriate data structures using lists and data extensions
- Understand contact and subscriber identification
- Configure profile and preference attributes
- Implement data relationships effectively
Data Import and Management
Import MethodsData Quality and ValidationData Retention and Deletion
- Import data using various methods
- Implement data quality and validation measures
- Configure data retention and deletion policies
- Ensure data privacy compliance
Segmentation and Targeting
Filters and QueriesSubscriber Groups
- Create and manage subscriber segments
- Use filters and queries for targeting
- Implement suppression and publication lists
- Optimize segmentation performance
3
Digital Marketing Proficiency
13%
Email Marketing Best Practices
Email DeliverabilityEmail Content and DesignCAN-SPAM and Compliance
- Implement email deliverability best practices
- Design effective email content
- Ensure compliance with email regulations
- Optimize email campaigns for engagement
Multi-Channel Marketing
Channel Strategy
- Understand multi-channel marketing strategies
- Coordinate campaigns across channels
- Select optimal channels for objectives
Journey Design Concepts
Customer Journey Basics
- Understand customer journey concepts
- Design basic customer journeys
- Configure journey settings appropriately
4
Channel Management
16%
Email Channel Configuration
Send ConfigurationEmail Activities
- Configure email sending profiles and classifications
- Execute various types of email sends
- Implement A/B testing
- Manage send volume and scheduling
Mobile Channel Management
SMS ConfigurationPush Notifications
- Configure SMS messaging
- Set up push notifications
- Ensure mobile channel compliance
- Manage mobile subscriber data
Web and Advertising Channels
CloudPagesAdvertising Studio
- Create and manage CloudPages
- Configure web forms and Smart Capture
- Understand Advertising Studio capabilities
5
Maintenance
15%
Account Maintenance
User and Permission MaintenanceData Maintenance
- Maintain user accounts and permissions
- Implement data cleanup and archival
- Optimize account performance
- Monitor account usage and limits
Monitoring and Troubleshooting
Performance MonitoringTroubleshooting
- Monitor account and campaign performance
- Troubleshoot common issues
- Use diagnostic tools effectively
- Implement proactive monitoring
Compliance and Certification Maintenance
Regulatory ComplianceRelease Maintenance
- Maintain regulatory compliance
- Stay current with platform updates
- Complete certification maintenance requirements
- Implement new features and best practices
How do I earn this certification?
Passing CERTIFIED-MARKETING-CLOUD-ADMINISTRATOR earns the Salesforce Certified Marketing Cloud Engagement Administrator certification. It sits in the Marketing Cloud Engagement track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
- MCE-Con-201 - Marketing Cloud Engagement ConsultantAdvanced consulting-level expertise in Marketing Cloud Engagement
- MCE-Dev-201 - Marketing Cloud Engagement DeveloperTechnical development skills with AMPscript, SSJS, and APIs
Alternative Paths
- MC-202 - Marketing Cloud Email SpecialistSpecialized expertise in email marketing and deliverability
- MC-201 - Marketing Cloud Account Engagement SpecialistB2B marketing automation with Account Engagement (Pardot)
- ADM-201 - Salesforce AdministratorCore Salesforce platform administration skills
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-01-01
- Announcement date: 2024-01-01
Updates
- Marketing Cloud Connect Latest Enhanced synchronization features are now part of integration topics • Release date: 2024-11-01
- Data Cloud for Marketing GA New data management capabilities may be included in future exam updates • Release date: 2024-06-01
- Journey Builder Canvas Enhanced Updated interface and new activities relevant to journey configuration • Release date: 2024-09-01
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Marketing Cloud Engagement administrators and Email marketing administrators.
- 6+ months hands-on experience as a Marketing Cloud Engagement administrator
- Understanding of digital marketing best practices
- Knowledge of email marketing and deliverability
- Familiarity with subscriber data management
- Experience configuring Marketing Cloud Engagement products