The CME, created on March 6, 1970 and operated by the CIE (Compagnie Ivoirienne d’Electricité), is based in Bingerville, Côte d’Ivoire. It is an international center of excellence for industrial training providing continuing education, diplomas and certifications.

CME's vision is to become a center of excellence for successful electrical and industrial sectors. 

 Based in Bingerville, Ivory Coast, the CME is an international industrial training center providing continuing education, diplomas and certifications. The CME has obtained HR Excellence certification and the “centre of excellence” label from the Association of African Electricity Companies (ASEA). It is also the only center to have obtained SERECT certification for High & Low Voltage Work.