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Certified Professional in Supply Management® (CPSM®) Program
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ISM launched the Certified Professional in Supply Management® (CPSM®) program in May 2008. The CPSM® is the credential that surpasses the demands of the international marketplace with multi-faceted skills in areas such as supplier relationship management, commodity management, risk and compliance issues and social responsibility.
- Register for CPSM® Exams
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Get E-mail Updates for the CPSM®
- CPSM® Update — May 2008 — PowerPoint Presentation (215 KB)
- Certification Newsletter — Supply Line 2055: Certification Update
- Credentials Discussion Forum
- The CPSM® will Prepare Supply's Future Leadership
- ISM's Certification Market Study Supports New Qualification
- CPSM® Exam Information and Registration Brochure (545 KB)
- ISM CPSM® Exam Specification — PDF (343 KB)
- ISM CPSM® Bridge Exam Specification — PDF (287 KB)
- Onsite CPSM® and Bridge Exam Testing and Review
- ISM has developed CPSM® Study Materials and a Supplemental Reading List to help CPSM® candidates prepare for the exam.
- ISM contracts with Pearson VUE for CPSM® testing
- Download a spreadsheet of CPSM® Review Instructors
CPSM® Informational Video
The criteria for earning the CPSM® qualification are:
- 3 years of full-time, professional supply management experience
- A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university (or the international equivalent)
- Pass three exams OR if you are a C.P.M. in good standing, pass the Bridge Exam
| Important Dates to Remember: | |
|---|---|
| Last day to register for the C.P.M. Exam (test registrations are valid for one year) |
December 31, 2008 |
| Last day to apply for the C.P.M. designation | December 31, 2013 |
| Last day to register for the CPSM® Bridge Exam (test registrations are valid for one year) |
December 31, 2014 |
The CPSM® Exam will consist of three main sections:
Section A — Foundation of Supply Management
150 scored questions + 15 un-scored=165 with 2 hours and 45 minutes allowed
Section B — Effective Supply Management Performance
150 scored questions + 15 un-scored=165 with 2 hours and 45 minutes allowed
Section C — Leadership in Supply Management
165 scored questions + 15 un-scored=180 with 3 hours allowed
Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) Information Update
The Institute for Supply Management™ (ISM) is currently updating its records on the education level of all active C.P.M.s. If you are currently a C.P.M., please update your information now.
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- ISM’s Certification Market Study Supports New Qualification
- The CPSM will Prepare Supply's Future Leadership
- International Certification Contacts
- Supply Line 2055: Certification Update
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- Receive Email Updates About the Certified Professional in Supply Mgmt® (CPSM®)
- The CPSM® will Prepare Supply's Future Leadership
- ISM’s Certification Market Study Supports New Qualification
- Register for CPSM® Exams
- Accredited Purchasing Practitioner (A.P.P.)
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- Supply Line 2055: Certification Update