Get Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM)

Earn 23% more with a CPIM certification

Demonstrate your ability to optimize inventory levels, improve forecasting, and master scheduling tools.

Is the CPIM program right for you?

Resilience and agility are what make supply chains thrive. By earning the APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) designation, you’ll develop competencies to successfully work across all functions of the supply chain. In addition, you’ll have the knowledge to effectively manage risks and disruptions, as well as leverage technology to streamline processes.

CPIM content covers the following key topics:

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Supply Chains and Strategy
Sales and Operations Planning
Demand
Supply
Detailed Schedules
Inventory
Distribution
Quality, Technology and Continuous Improvement

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The Learning System

The only exam prep system guaranteed to align with the current CPIM exam

Tip: Studying with the CPIM Learning System increases your chances of passing the exam. On average, we recommend 100 hours of study time.
The Learning System is a comprehensive exam prep program, providing print and digital materials, interactive activities, and downloadable content so you can study anywhere. The platform includes:

A personalized study experience, prioritizing content based on your knowledge gaps, so you know where to focus your study efforts to pass the exam.
Microlearning so you can focus on smaller content segments to maximize your time and your understanding.
Expanded learning modalities, including flashcards, quizzes and videos to help bring key concepts to life.
Progress tracker to show you how you’re progressing through the course.
Convenience through a mobile-first design and access to learnings via any mobile device, tablet or computer – 24/7.

The exam

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Tip: Plan your exam date close to the time you finish preparing for the exam for better results.
To earn your CPIM designation, you must pass one exam covering 8 modules of content. The exam consists of 150 questions, and you have 3.5 hours to complete the exam. The exam score range is 200 to 350, with scores 300 and above are considered passing. Learn more about the exam.

CPIM exams are administered via computer-based testing at Pearson VUE test centers worldwide and online through the OnVUE system.

Bundle and save

A single purchase gets you all you need to earn your CPIM

Purchase a CPIM bundle and get a self-study learning system, exam and second chance exam at a discounted rate. If you’re not a current ASCM member with a certification upgrade, a one-year membership is added to the cost of your bundle purchase.

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