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CPSM^® Study Materials and Supplemental Reading List

Free CPSM^® Exams! Get a free CPSM^® Exam when you take one of these upcoming CPSM^® Exam Review Seminars. Find out more at:

CPSM^® Exam 1 Review Seminar with free Exam #4252, Baltimore, MD   Sep. 13-14, 2010
CPSM^® Exam 2 Review Seminar with free Exam #4253, Baltimore, MD   Oct. 14-15, 2010
CPSM^® Exam 3 Review Seminar with free Exam #4254, Baltimore, MD   Nov. 08-09, 2010

Save an additional 15% off the when you buy all three.

CPSM^® Exam Review Bundle with free Exams #4245, ISM Member (includes #4252, #4253 and #4254)
CPSM^® Exam Review Bundle with free Exams #4246, Non-Member (includes #4252, #4253 and #4254)

CPSM^® Diagnostic Kit, Web and Print Versions
	The CPSM^® Diagnostic Kit, Web and print version, helps you focus your study efforts by identifying any areas of supply management that need strengthening. You get a sample test for each of the three CPSM^® Exam(s) with a grading scale and correct answers, including justification and references. Use with the CPSM^® Study Guide.
Print version, Exam 1, 2 & 3: USD $79 members/USD $99 nonmembers Web version each exam: USD $49 each exam members/USD $69 each exam nonmembers Web version set, Exam 1, 2 & 3: USD $129 members/USD $169 nonmembers

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CPSM^® Bridge Exam Diagnostic Kit, Web and Print Version
	Created just for current C.P.M.s with a bachelor's degree, the CPSM^® Bridge Exam Diagnostic Kit, web and print version, is one of the most sought after CPSM^® study tools. It helps you focus your study efforts by identifying any areas of supply management that need strengthening. You get a sample test for the CPSM^® Bridge Exam with a scoring chart, including justifications and references. Use with the CPSM^® Study Guide.
USD $49 members/USD $69 nonmembers CPSM^® Bridge Exam Diagnostic Kit, Print Version CPSM^® Bridge Exam Diagnostic Kit, Web version

The CPSM^® Study Guide
	The CPSM^® Study Guide is one of the most critical materials to use during your CPSM^® Exam preparation. Applicable to all exam candidates, it provides information on test specifications, examples of the testing format and question styles. With the use of additional reference materials to round out your knowledge, the CPSM^® Study Guide is an essential part of your study program.
USD $59 members/USD $89 nonmembers

ISM Professional Series The ISM Professional Series focuses on challenges, goals and integrated skill sets needed to be successful in strategic supply management. The series draws from all industries and levels, formulating a macro view of the profession. Each volume corresponds with each of the three CPSM^® Exams. With methodologies to investigate and strategies to pursue, the ISM Professional Series is an essential resource for every supply professional.
Book 1 — Foundation of Supply Management	Book 2 — Effective Supply Management Performance	Book 3 — Leadership in Supply Management
Three volume set: USD $195 members/USD $280 nonmembers Each volume: USD $85 members/USD $115 nonmembers

CPSM^® and CPSM^® Bridge Exam Review Courses — Face-to-Face Seminars

The CPSM^® Exam and CPSM^® Bridge Exam Review Courses are designed to help supply management professionals prepare for the CPSM^® Exams. Course content covers topics within the CPSM^® and includes content from the CPSM^® Study Guide and the ISM Professional Series, and includes exercises, case studies and sample exam questions. These review courses are a supplement to a candidate's practical experience and individual learning. Check the Seminar Catalog to see dates and locations of upcoming review courses.

CPSM^® Bridge Exam Review Course: USD $1,395 members/USD $1,695 nonmembers
CPSM^® Exam Review Course: USD $1,595 members/USD $1,895 nonmembers

Download a CPSM^® Exam Review Course Directory to find in-class instruction near you.

CPSM^® Online Review Courses

CPSM^® Online Review Courses are available in the ISM Knowledge Center. These courses enable candidates to assess their knowledge acquired through education and experience against the content tested in CPSM^® and CPSM^® Bridge Exams. Participants get an in-depth review and assessment of the material in the CPSM^® Study Guide by tailoring the course to their specific study needs. These interactive courses include sample test questions, case studies and bonus supplemental content developed by subject-matter experts. This bonus content gives candidates additional study material for tasks with the most questions on the exam. Get immediate feedback with these online review courses to customize your personal study program. Register at www.ism-knowledgecenter.ws.

USD $195 members/USD $295 nonmembers

CPSM^® Self-Study Workbook Courses

CPSM<sup>®</sup> Bridge Exam Self-Study Workbook

CPSM<sup>®</sup> Exam 1 Self-Study Workbook Course

CPSM<sup>®</sup> Exam 2 Self-Study Workbook Course

CPSM<sup>®</sup> Exam 3 Self-Study Workbook Course

Using the CPSM^® Study Guide and CPSM^® Exam Specification, these self-study workbooks provide an introduction to the major topics covered in the CPSM^® Exams. They include resource articles, review questions, case studies and supplemental content developed by subject-matter experts for selected tasks. There is a post-test to evaluate your increased knowledge. Note: The CPSM^® Study Guide is necessary to use these workbooks. These self-study courses are equivalent to the CPSM^® Exam Online Review courses in the ISM Knowledge Center.

CPSM^® Bridge Exam Self-Study Workbook	USD $159 ISM members/USD $199 nonmembers
CPSM^® Exam 1 Self-Study Workbook	USD $159 ISM members/USD $199 nonmembers
CPSM^® Exam 2 Self-Study Workbook	USD $159 ISM members/USD $199 nonmembers
CPSM^® Exam 3 Self-Study Workbook	USD $159 ISM members/USD $199 nonmembers

CPSM^® Supplemental Reading List

For those who want additional study, ISM has developed a CPSM^® Supplemental Reading List to help CPSM^® candidates prepare for their exams. From finance to global competition, these books have been chosen because of their focus on the many different components of supply and the relationship between each component.