CPSM ®

Certified Professional in
Supply Management ®

Building a Global Network of CORE COMPETENCIES

Supply Management Experts CPSM emphasizes the major competencies
of supply management including:
• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Category Management
• Contracting & Negotiations
CERTIFICATION OVERVIEW • Cost, Price & Finance
• Risk, Compliance & Social Responsibility
The CPSM is globally recognized as the gold standard of • Forecasting & Planning
excellence for supply management professionals, in both
• Product Development
the manufacturing and non-manufacturing sectors. Built
• Logistics & Materials Management
on an in-depth analysis of supply management functions
• Quality & Project Management
across industries, the program addresses the realities of
• Technology Applications
supply management, as well as workplace complexities
including globalization, use of technology, and expanded • Leadership Essentials
competencies that procurement and supply chain
professionals employ to drive value in their organizations. ELIGIBILITY

By earning a CPSM, you attain a greater understanding of
end-to-end supply management and are better positioned
to positively impact your organization.
• Three years of full-time, professional supply
management experience; with a bachelor’s
degree from an accredited university or
international equivalent
• (Or) five years of similar professional
experience without a degree

EARN CAREER GLOBAL PRACTICAL

MORE ADVANCEMENT RECOGNITION EXPERTISE
On average, those Companies seek Demonstrate your Drive execution, deliver
with a CPSM Certification candidates who engage knowledge and mastery of a results and provide
earn 14.7% more on average in supply management rigorous curriculum that is expertise by earning your
than those without.* continued education. globally recognized. CPSM Certification.

* Source: ISM 2018 Salary Survey

CPSM ®
The Premier Supply Management Credential
CERTIFICATION PREPARATION
ISM offers a variety of robust resources and tools to assist candidates in their pursuit of the CPSM Certification.
SELF-STUDY
(INDIVIDUAL)
The CPSM® Learning System is
a comprehensive professional
development system designed to
help you prepare for all three exams.
• Study at your own pace
• Customize your study plan
• Mobile-friendly & responsive
CPSM Learning System (Digital)
Member $795 USD
Nonmember $1,195 USD
CPSM Learning System (Print)
Member $795 USD
Nonmember $1,195 USD
EXAM DETAILS
Each candidate is required to take and pass three exams,
which can be taken in any order:
Supply Management Core
(180 Questions — 3 hours)
Supply Management Integration
(165 Questions — 2.75 hours)
Leadership and Transformation in Supply Management
(165 Questions — 2.75 hours)
INDIVIDUAL EXAM COST
Member $229 USD/ Nonmember $379 USD
Learn more at ISMCertification.org
GUIDED LEARNING CLASSROOM-BASED
(INDIVIDUAL) (OPTION FOR ORGANIZATION TEAM)
This unique, online course offers ISM Corporate Services empowers
activities and live webinars to keep organizational success by enhancing
you on track to earn your CPSM every team member’s personal
Certification. professional development.
• Instructor-led webinars • On-site training for team
• Interact with subject matter experts • Engaging and interactive
• Stay engaged & motivated • Customized training content
CPSM Accelerated Program (Bundle) For pricing, contact:
Member $2,565 USD ISM Corporate Services
Nonmember $3,105 USD Phone +1 480.752.6276
info@ismsvcs.com
Supply Management Core Course
Member $950 USD
Nonmember $1,150 USD
Supply Management Integration Course
Member $950 USD
Nonmember $1,150 USD
Leadership and Transformation in
Supply Management Course
Member $950 USD
Nonmember $1,150 USD
CPSM APPLICATION FEE
Once you pass all exams, you must submit an
application for the CPSM Certification. Exam scores
are valid for four years, and you must submit your
application while all exam scores are valid.
Member $119 USD/ Nonmember $179 USD
RECERTIFICATION
Your CPSM Certification is valid for three years.
To stay current with the changes in supply
management, ISM requires 60 hours of continuing
education before applying for recertification.
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