CPIM · 13%
Supply Chain Management Fundamentals
Supply Chain Management Fundamentals is 13% of the APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) (CPIM), administered by ASCM / APICS. It falls under the Professional Certifications category.
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Domain | Supply Chain Management Fundamentals |
| Exam | APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) (CPIM) |
| Domain Weight | 13% |
| Governing Body | ASCM / APICS |
| Available in App | Professional Cert Exam Prep: SHRM, LEED, PMI & Six Sigma |
| Official Source | ASCM / APICS official website ↗ |
CPIM Supply Chain Management Fundamentals: FAQ
How much of the CPIM covers Supply Chain Management Fundamentals?
Supply Chain Management Fundamentals accounts for 13% of the CPIM, which has 150 questions total. ASCM / APICS publishes the official exam content outline with the most current weighting. The C3RT app covers all 5 CPIM content areas.
What is the CPIM exam format and how does Supply Chain Management Fundamentals fit in?
The CPIM has 5 content areas across 150 questions in 3.5 hours, with a passing score of 300/350. Supply Chain Management Fundamentals is content area 1 of 5 and carries 13% of the total exam weight. The other content areas are Manufacturing Planning and Control, Internal Operations, Supplier Relations, Customer Relations.
How do I study for the Supply Chain Management Fundamentals section of the CPIM?
Targeted practice by content area is the most effective approach. The C3RT Professional Cert Exam Prep: SHRM, LEED, PMI & Six Sigma app for iOS and Mac tags every practice question by content area, so you can isolate Supply Chain Management Fundamentals questions, track your accuracy, and focus study time on your weak spots. Combine focused practice sets with full-length timed mock exams as your test date approaches.
How many questions are on the CPIM and what is the passing score?
The CPIM consists of 150 questions in 3.5 hours, with a passing score of 300/350. It is administered by ASCM / APICS and the exam fee is $395 (ASCM members) / $495 (non-members). The C3RT app includes full-length practice exams that mirror the real format across all 5 content areas.
Where can I find official ASCM / APICS resources for Supply Chain Management Fundamentals?
The official source for CPIM content outlines and study resources is the ASCM / APICS website. The exam blueprint, which details all content areas including Supply Chain Management Fundamentals, is published there. C3RT is not affiliated with ASCM / APICS. It is a third-party practice platform that supplements official materials with 150+ practice questions, flashcards, and study tools across all 5 content areas.
Supply Chain Management Fundamentals is a content area on the APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) (CPIM), a Professional Certifications exam administered by ASCM / APICS. C3RT is not affiliated with ASCM / APICS. Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective organisations. Official exam information is available at the ASCM / APICS website.