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Key Facts: CPIM Exam
150
Exam Questions
ASCM CPIM certification details
3.5h
Exam Time
ASCM CPIM certification details
300/350
Passing Score
ASCM
9
Content Domains
ASCM ECM v9.0
$1,720
Total Exam Fee
ASCM pricing
5 years
Certification Validity
75 maintenance points required
The CPIM exam has 150 questions (130 scored + 20 pretest) with a 3.5-hour time limit. The passing score is 300 on a scaled range of 200-350. The exam covers nine content domains: Supply Chain Strategy (12%), S&OP (10%), Demand Management (12%), Internal Supply (12%), External Supply (11%), Inventory Management (14%), Detailed Schedules (12%), Distribution (8%), and Quality/CI/Tech (9%). Key concepts include MRP, DRP, EOQ, safety stock, master scheduling, and lean principles. CPIM is designed for planners, inventory managers, and operations professionals.
About the CPIM Exam
The CPIM certification from ASCM validates expertise in production and inventory management, demand planning, supply chain strategy, and operations scheduling. The exam covers nine content domains: Supply Chain Strategy (12%), Sales and Operations Planning (10%), Demand Management (12%), Internal Supply (12%), External Supply (11%), Inventory Management (14%), Detailed Schedules (12%), Distribution (8%), and Quality, Continuous Improvement, and Technology (9%). CPIM is essential for supply chain professionals involved in planning, inventory control, and operations management.
Questions
150 scored questions
Time Limit
3.5 hours
Passing Score
300 (scaled score 200-350)
Exam Fee
$1,720 ($1,320 learning system + $400 exam) (ASCM (Association for Supply Chain Management))
CPIM Exam Content Outline
Supply Chain Strategy
Strategic planning, supply chain design, competitive positioning, business strategy alignment, sustainability, risk management
Sales and Operations Planning
S&OP process, demand/supply balancing, volume and mix planning, executive S&OP, rough-cut capacity planning
Demand Management
Forecasting methods, demand planning, customer relationship management, order management, CPFR
Internal Supply
Master scheduling, MRP, CRP, production planning, shop floor control, capacity planning
External Supply
Purchasing, supplier relationship management, sourcing strategies, procurement, supplier evaluation
Inventory Management
Inventory types, EOQ, safety stock, ABC analysis, inventory turns, carrying costs, order costs
Detailed Schedules
Production scheduling, sequencing, dispatching, lead time management, priority rules, JIT scheduling
Distribution
DRP, distribution network design, warehousing, transportation, logistics, customer service
Quality, CI, and Technology
Quality tools, lean principles, Six Sigma, kaizen, automation, Industry 4.0, information systems
How to Pass the CPIM Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 300 (scaled score 200-350)
- Exam length: 150 questions
- Time limit: 3.5 hours
- Exam fee: $1,720 ($1,320 learning system + $400 exam)
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CPIM exam pass rate?
The CPIM exam has an estimated first-time pass rate of 60-65%. ASCM does not publish official pass rates. The exam uses 150 questions (130 scored, 20 pretest) in 3.5 hours. It uses scaled scoring from 200-350, with 300 required to pass.
How hard is the CPIM exam?
The CPIM exam is considered moderately to highly challenging. It requires deep understanding of production and inventory management concepts, planning methodologies, and supply chain operations. The exam tests both knowledge and application through scenario-based questions. Most successful candidates study 120-180 hours over 3-4 months.
What are the CPIM exam requirements?
There are no formal prerequisites for the CPIM exam, though 2+ years of supply chain experience is recommended. Candidates must pass the exam within 3 years of starting the ASCM Learning System. The certification requires 75 maintenance points every 5 years for recertification.
What is MRP and how is it tested on CPIM?
Material Requirements Planning (MRP) is a core CPIM topic covering BOM explosion, lead time offsetting, lot sizing, and planned order generation. The exam tests MRP logic, gross-to-net calculations, action messages, and the relationship between master scheduling and material planning. MRP is covered extensively in the Internal Supply domain.
How does CPIM compare to CSCP and CTSC?
CPIM focuses on production and inventory management operations — planning, scheduling, and inventory control. CSCP covers end-to-end supply chain strategy including design, procurement, and global logistics. CTSC targets supply chain transformation and change management. Many professionals earn CPIM first for operational expertise, then pursue CSCP for strategic breadth.
What inventory formulas should I know for CPIM?
Master these key formulas: EOQ = √(2DS/H), Reorder Point = (Demand × Lead Time) + Safety Stock, Inventory Turns = COGS / Average Inventory, Days of Supply = Average Inventory / Average Daily Usage, Fill Rate = Orders Filled Complete / Total Orders. Also understand ABC analysis, carrying costs, and order costs.