IMS Transaction Manager Application Programming (CM18G)
IMS Transaction Manager Application Programming (CM18G) by IBM teaches COBOL and PL/I developers to build and deploy transactional applications in IMS/DC environments, solving the critical need for maintaining and modernizing high-volume mainframe systems. Designed for application programmers, it addresses the industry demand where over 70% of Fortune 500 companies still rely on IMS for core transaction processing.
This course prepares learners for IBM’s IMS Application Developer credential, reinforcing skills in DL/I messaging, MFS integration, and exception handling. Koenig Solutions offers official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, ensuring hands-on mastery. Graduates gain the expertise to optimize mission-critical IMS systems and advance into senior mainframe development roles.
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Course Overview
The IBM IMS Transaction Manager Application Programming (CM18G) course is designed for application developers, COBOL/PL/I programmers, and mainframe systems programmers responsible for building and maintaining transaction-based applications in an IMS/DC environment. This intermediate-level training equips professionals with the skills to write programs using Data Language One (DL/I) to manage terminal input and output messages. With over 70% of Fortune 500 companies still relying on IBM mainframe systems for core transaction processing, expertise in IMS remains a high-demand skill across banking, insurance, and large-scale enterprise sectors. The course assumes prior knowledge of IMS fundamentals and database programming, making it ideal for those advancing their mainframe development careers.
Students in the IMS Transaction Manager Application Programming (CM18G) course gain hands-on experience with core IBM technologies including IMS/TM, Message Format Services (MFS), DL/I calls, Logical Terminal Definitions (LTERMs), and Scratch Pad Areas (SPA). The lab environment is powered by the IMS Batch Terminal Simulator (BTS), allowing learners to configure and test real-world transaction scenarios on a simulated mainframe system. Participants will modify existing batch programs to function in an IMS/DC environment, implement message processing logic, and design terminal interfaces using MFS control blocks. A key project involves building a conversational application that receives terminal messages, processes data using DL/I, and sends formatted responses back to users, simulating enterprise transaction workflows.
While the IBM IMS Transaction Manager Application Programming (CM18G) course does not lead directly to a certification exam, it is a critical stepping stone for professionals pursuing advanced IMS and mainframe specialization credentials. Mainframe developers with IMS skills command median salaries exceeding $95,000 annually, with senior roles reaching over $120,000, according to recent industry surveys. Koenig Solutions enhances this training with official IBM courseware, hands-on lab access, and a Guaranteed-to-Run schedule, ensuring learners complete the program on time. Upon finishing, students are well-prepared for roles in high-performance transaction processing systems within financial services, telecommunications, and large-scale IT operations.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of IMS Transaction Manager Application Programming (CM18G) communications facilities control and flow
- Knowledge of DL/I components and calls in IMS database application programs
- Ability to modify COBOL or PL/I programs to include IMS Transaction Manager Application Programming (CM18G) functions
- Completion of IMS Fundamentals (CM010) or equivalent training
- Completion of IMS DB Application Programming (U3717) or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with terminal message processing in IMS environments
Certification Exam
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What's Included in Your Training
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Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
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Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of CM18G certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the CM18G certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- IMS Application Programmer
- Mainframe Developer
- IMS Transaction Manager Specialist
- COBOL/PL/I Developer
- IMS/DC Systems Programmer
- Legacy Systems Application Developer
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