Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)
The APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) is known as the premier certification for internal supply chain business operations.
New, streamlined, CPIM program better serves the needs of the supply chain workforce - while maintaining the body of knowledge and integrity that has kept CPIM at the forefront of supply chain education.
Start your CPIM journey today!
Join the more than 107,000 professionals since 1973 who have mastered the essential knowledge and concepts to streamline supply chain operations.
Why you should earn the CPIM designation
- Increase your salary - on average designees see a 10% increase
- Improve your hiring potential by 65%
- Maximize ROI on systems and technologies
- Reduce your organization's costs
- Provide more value to your organization
- Understand how to increase customer satisfaction
- Build your credibility and set yourself apart from peers
CPIM Transformed for Today’s Busy Professionals
The APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) is known as the premier certification for internal supply chain business operations. Since CPIM’s launch in 1973, more than 107,000 professionals have benefited from this globally recognized certification.
Companies and employers know that CPIM designees have the proven knowledge and skills to strategically streamline operations. Now, APICS is streamlining the CPIM program to better serve the needs of the supply chain workforce - while maintaining the body of knowledge and integrity that has kept CPIM at the forefront of supply chain education. View the webinar CPIM Transformed for Today's Busy Professional and FAQ's for details on the new CPIM Learning System and exams.
CPIM Transformation – The NEW CPIM Version 6.0
The new, streamlined CPIM program launches in September 2017. Features and benefits of the new CPIM Version 6.0 include:
- Only 2 exams - CPIM Part 1 and CPIM Part 2 – required to earn the CPIM credential.
- Already taken CPIM BSCM? - The current CPIM BSCM exam counts toward the new, streamlined CPIM Part 1.
- Streamlined certification experience gets you certified faster.
- Updated format delivers the same CPIM knowledge and skills in a focused program to meet the training needs of today’s busy supply chain professionals.
- New CPIM Learning System, a proven APICS certification preparation method that combines reading materials with online practice tests and tools.
CPIM Exam Process and Details New Version 6.0
Take the next step toward earning your CPIM designation! Candidates must pass two CPIM exams in order to become certified. By taking and passing the CPIM exams you demonstrate your commitment to your career and mastery of knowledge within a company’s global production and inventory activities.
CPIM Exam Locations
APICS exams are delivered via computer-based testing (CBT) at Pearson VUE test centers, which are located around the world.
CPIM Exam Content
The CPIM program consists of five modules with two exams, one for Part 1 and one for Part 2. Each module reflects critical areas in production and inventory management.
Part 1:
Module 1 – Basics of Supply Chain Management
Number of exam questions - 150 (130 operational and 20 pretest*)
Length of exam - 3.5 hours
Part 2:
Module 1 – Strategic Management of Resources
Module 2 – Master Planning of Resources
Module 3 – Detailed Scheduling and Planning
Module 4 – Execution and Control of Operations
Number of exam questions - 150 (130 operational and 20 pretest*) each module weighing 25%
Length of exam - 3.5 hours
Exam Scoring and Score Range
APICS uses a scaled score methodology, which is a technique for equating scores in which the degree of difficulty varies from one exam form to the next. This ensures equivalent passing standards are maintained for each exam form. Candidates can download Understanding a Scaled Score for more information.
The CPIM score range is 200 to 350
Pass = 300-350
Fail = 200-299
Review the APICS Exam Handbook for full details on exam process and procedures. The exam content was developed according to the test outline included in the CPIM Exam Content Manual. DOWNLOAD THE FREE PREVIEW or purchase the full CPIM Exam Content Manual for $25 USD. The ECM is FREE for APICS PLUS and CORE members.
*Pretest questions do not contribute to the total score, but are necessary for research purposes and are randomly distributed among the scored items and are used for statistical purposes only. Candidates should answer all exam questions