Author(s):
Dr. Michael A. McGinnis, C.P.M., A.P.P.
Dr. Michael A. McGinnis, C.P.M., A.P.P., Associate Professor of Business, Penn State New Kensington, Upper Burrell, Pennsylvania 15068-1798, mam47@psu.eduu
This paper is divided into four sections. The first section briefly reviews the requirements for the Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) and Accredited Purchasing Practitioner (A.P.P.). The second section discusses study and test taking skills that are useful for many that are preparing for the C.P.M. and A.P.P. examinations. The third section is a discussion of how to use the C.P.M.) and (A.P.P.) Diagnostic Kits to prepare for the C.P.M. and/or A.P.P. Examinations. The final section provides test taking tips that many have found useful.