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CPSM® and CPSM® Bridge Exams
The CPSM Bridge Exam
C.P.M.s Get on the Career Fast Track!
Are you a C.P.M. who has a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and five years or more of professional supply management experience? You can fast track your career by taking the new Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) Bridge Exam and apply for the CPSM qualification.
The CPSM qualification debuts in 2008 as the top professional designation within the profession. It recognizes the expanded education, skills and experience required to be successful as a supply manager. The Bridge Exam streamlines the new credentialing process, positioning C.P.M.s on the fast track toward achieving their career goals.
Position your career on the fast track. Prepare now for your CPSM Qualification!
| Bridge Exam Offered for the first time. Debuted at ISM Annual Conference. |
Last day to register for the C.P.M. Exam* | Last day to apply for the C.P.M Designation | Last day to register for the C.P.M./CPSM Bridge Exam* |
| May 2008 | December 31, 2008 | December 31, 2013 | December 31, 2013 |
| *Candidates have one year from the registration date to test. | |||
For more information, go to www.ism.ws, or contact ISM Certification at 800/888-6276 or 480/752-6276, extension 3074.
Special Offer!
C.P.M. Exam and Brand New CPSM Exam at Reduced Rates
Register for the complete Conference or a 2 or 3-day pre-Conference seminar and take up to two certification exam modules at a significantly reduced rate*. Modules are offered on Saturday, May 3, 2008 for the C.P.M. and Wednesday, May 7, 2008 for the CPSM. Register early: seating is limited.
Please do not overlap in your scheduling of exams. You are responsible for confirming times. Your session is determined by the module number and the exam time. You are not guaranteed a seat until you receive your confirmation notice.
Don't miss this opportunity to save. For additional information, call ISM Customer Service at 800/888-6276 or 480/752-6276, extension 401.
*This offer pertains only to the written exam presented on May 3, 2008 for the C.P.M. and on May 7, 2008 for the CPSM, in St. Louis during ISM’s 93rd Annual International Supply Management Conference and Educational Exhibit. Space is Limited.
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C.P.M. Module 1 AM - FULL |
Saturday May 3 7:00am-9:45am |
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C.P.M. Module 2 AM - FULL |
Saturday May 3 7:00am-9:45am |
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C.P.M. Module 3 AM - FULL |
Saturday May 3 7:00am-9:45am |
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C.P.M. Module 4 AM - FULL |
Saturday May 3 7:00am-10:10am |
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C.P.M. Module 1 PM - FULL |
Saturday May 3 12:00pm-2:45pm |
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C.P.M. Module 2 PM - FULL |
Saturday May 3 12:00pm-2:45pm |
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C.P.M. Module 3 PM - FULL |
Saturday May 3 12:00pm-2:45pm |
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C.P.M. Module 4 PM - FULL |
Saturday May 3 12:00pm-3:10pm |
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CPSM Bridge Exam AM - FULL |
Wednesday May 7 7:00am-11:00am |
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CPSM Exam 1 AM - FULL |
Wednesday May 7 7:00am-10:45am |
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CPSM Exam 2 AM - FULL |
Wednesday May 7 7:00am-10:45am |
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CPSM Exam 3 AM - FULL |
Wednesday May 7 7:00am-11:00am |
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CPSM Bridge Exam PM - FULL |
Wednesday May 7 12:00pm-4:00pm |
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CPSM Exam 1 PM - FULL |
Wednesday May 7 12:00pm-3:45pm |
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CPSM Exam 2 PM - FULL |
Wednesday May 7 12:00pm-3:45pm |
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CPSM Exam 3 PM - FULL |
Wednesday May 7 12:00pm-4:00pm |
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