Membership Terms & Conditions

1. Purpose of Membership

The Market Research Chartered Association (“MRCA”) is a non-commercial professional association established to define, maintain and promote shared professional standards within the market research and fieldwork industry.

Membership of the MRCA provides a professional reference framework for independent practitioners and organisations operating in market research, fieldwork and related disciplines.

MRCA membership does not constitute employment, partnership, agency representation or commercial endorsement.

2. Eligibility

Membership is open to individuals and entities professionally active in market research and fieldwork, including independent researchers, moderators, recruiters, analysts, translators and operational specialists.

Applicants must demonstrate professional activity, reliability and compliance with applicable professional and legal standards.

The MRCA reserves the right to assess eligibility and to accept or refuse members applications at its sole discretion.

3. Membership Categories

The MRCA may define different categories of membership, including certified and non-certified memberships.

The scope, conditions and rights associated with each category are determined by MRCA policies in force at the time of application and may evolve over time.

4. Membership Conditions and Fees

Membership conditions, including any applicable fees, are defined by MRCA policies in force at the time of application and may evolve over time.

5. Rights and Limitations

Membership grants the right to:

• Reference MRCA membership status in professional communications, subject to applicable usage guidelines;
• Participate in MRCA professional activities where applicable.

Membership does not grant:

• Authority to represent MRCA on behalf of third parties;
• Exclusive access to projects, clients or commercial opportunities;
• Any form of financial entitlement, revenue sharing or commercial guarantee.

6. Use of Name and Designation

Members may reference their MRCA membership only in accordance with MRCA guidelines and solely for the duration of their valid membership.

Any misuse, misrepresentation or misleading use of the MRCA name, acronym, certification or designation may result in suspension or termination of membership.

7. Professional Conduct

Members are expected to comply with the MRCA Code of Professional Practice ar act with integrity, professionalism and reliably in all professional activities.

Failure to comply with MRCA standards may result in corrective measures, suspension or termination of membership.

8. Suspension and Termination

The MRCA reserves the right to suspend or terminate membership in cases including, but not limited to:

• Material breach of these Terms;
• Misrepresentation of professional status;
• Conduct incompatible with MRCA principles or professional standards.

Termination of membership results in the immediate loss of any right to reference MRCA affiliation or certification.

9. No Commercial Liability

The MRCA does not act as a commercial intermediary and does not assume responsibility for contractual relationships, payments, disputes or outcomes arising between members and third parties.

Members remain fully responsible for their professional activities and obligations.

10. Amendments

These Membership Terms & Conditions may be amended from time to time.

The version in force at the time of continued membership shall apply.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

12. Legal Entity

Market Research Chartered Association
Registered in England & Wales
Queen Square, Bath, BA1
United Kingdom