The ASCM (APICS) Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) is known as the best certification for internal supply chain business operations. Since CPIM’s launch in 1973, more than 120,000 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, ASCM (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.
The candidates must pass one exam in order to obtain the CPIM Certification.
APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) Online Instructor Led Course ( 27 May - 01 July 2025) 27 May - 1 July 2025 | Online, International
APICS CPIM Bundle (Learning system, Exam, 2nd chance Exam) - Self Study 31 December 2025 | Self-study, Promo
APICS CPIM Exam 31 December 2025 | Online/Closest Pearson Vue Test Center, International
Why choose the ASCM (APICS) CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management) certification?
ASCM (APICS) CPIM Learning system - Online Demo
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• Increase your functional knowledge of production and inventory management.
• Improve efficiency across the processes of your organization's supply chain.
• Streamline operations through accurate forecasting.
• Increase profitability by optimizing your organization's inventory investment.
• Maximize ROI on the systems and technologies within your organization.
• Master the tools you need to effectively improve internal operations
• Gain knowledge to apply principles of ERP software to cover various critical functions within your organization.
• Predict outcomes more accurately.
• Increase profitability by optimizing your organization's inventory investment.
• Enhance your credibility among peers, employers, and customers.
• Increase customer satisfaction by delivering Lean/Just-in-Time products and services.
ASCM (APICS) Instructor Wolfram Irsa MSc, CPFIM, CIRM, about the CPIM certification & course
CPIM, Materials Manager, Valmont Industries
CPIM was a great tool for me, not only validating what I already knew, but providing a base of knowledge and information that is well known and respected in the industry.
CPIM, CSCP, Senior Planning Specialist; West Pharmaceutical Services, Ireland
The CPIM course puts you in touch with industry leaders, provides interesting case studies across industries, and allows you to network with colleagues for further learning and business opportunities.
CPIM, Director of Materials; Draper Inc., Spiceland, IN
I’ve been able to pursue a much broader and more fulfilling career path in operations, inventory, and supply chain management due to the APICS CPIM.
CPIM, VP of Supply Chain
Infinity Trading & Solutions (ITS)
The CPIM certification has changed my career greatly! The nice thing about working towards the certification while in the workforce is that it allows you to apply what you're learning as you go.
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ASCM (APICS) "Master instructor” William Latham CFPIM, CIRM, CSCP, CLTD, about the CPIM certification & course
Planning & Fulfillment Manager
ABB
Very focused class. The teaching was full of good anecdotes.
Production Control Coordinator RN
LEONI
This is the most interesting course I have ever been to and the instructor is an amazing trainer. He is the best.
ACE Business Analyst Operations Planning; Autoliv
The instructor had a very good teaching methodology. His vast experience helped a lot understand the many, many topics by providing us a lot of real life examples.
SCM Manager
Optibelt Power Transmission Srl, Romania
What I like most about the course is that now I begin to understand more of the processes in our factory and can identify much easier what to improve
Symix ASCM (APICS) Premier Channel Partner offers certification preparation classes led by internationally recognized ASCM (APICS) qualified instructors in multiple locations.
For companies seeking in-house training for their employees we offer certification preparation classes at time and place convenient for your organization.
APICS (ASCM) exams are delivered via computer-based testing MPR(CBT) at Pearson VUE test centers, which are located around the world.
The exam is computer based in English and the questions are closed (you can choose from several answers).
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