Requirements for Certification



Two professional designations are offered by ISM (formerly NAPM), C.P.M. & A.P.P. - Each allow you the opportunity to display your proficiency and professionalism in the field of Purchasing & Supply Management.

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Requirements for C.P.M.:

C.P.M. Original Certification Requirements:
The C.P.M. (Certified Purchasing Manager) Program was originated by NAPM in 1974, and is the first nationally accepted standard of competence and knowledge in the purchasing and supply management field. Those who earn the title of C.P.M. join a select but fast growing professional group, which is widely recognized by management and colleagues to be among the most knowledgeable in today's competitive world of purchasing and materials management.

Applicants for C.P.M. certification must pass all four modules of the C.P.M. test. In addition, the applicant must have a minimum of five years of full-time professional purchasing and supply management experience, or have a four-year degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of three years of full-time professional purchasing and supply management experience.

MEMBERSHIP IN ISM (formerly NAPM) IS NOT REQUIREMENT.

The Institute for Supply Management (ISM), formerly the National Association of Purchasing Management (NAPM) administers the C.P.M. program for the profession. Questions about membership can be directed to ISM Customer Service at 800/888-6276 or 602/752-6276, extension 401.

APPLICATION FEES:
Application fees for ISM members are $90 and $150 for non-members.

EXAMINATION FEES (within the United States):
Domestic examination fees for ISM members are $130 per module and $190 for non-members. International examination fees, are $175 per module for members and $230 for non-members.



The A.P.P. Program has been phased out.

As of February 28, 2005, ISM will no longer accept new exam registrations for the A.P.P. designation. Individuals already holding the A.P.P. designation may still apply for reaccreditation.

The Accredited Purchasing Practitioner (A.P.P.) program was established in 1996 for entry-level buyers who are primarily engaged in the tactical and operational side of purchasing, and/or persons who work outside the organization's purchasing/supply management department, but have definite procurement responsibilities.

Applicants for Original Accreditation had to pass two of the four modules of the C.P.M. examination, namely Module 1 (Purchasing process), and Module 4 (Critical Issues in Supply Chain Management). In addition, the applicant had to have a minimum of two years of professional work experience, or have an associate's degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of one year of professional experience. Purchasing and supply management experience can be a secondary component of the applicant's job.

MEMBERSHIP IN ISM (fromerly NAPM) WAS NOT A REQUIREMENT.

The Institute for Supply Management (ISM), formerly the National Association of Purchasing Management (NAPM) administers the A.P.P. program for the profession. Questions about membership can be directed to ISM Customer Service at 800/888-6276 or 602/752-6276, extension 401.


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