Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM®)

The Innoverto CPSM® Study Program is a 6-8 month blended learning experience brought to you by BMTG (UK) Ltd in conjunction with Supply Chain Education Inc.

The primary purpose of this CPSM® certificate Study Program is to prepare you to sit and pass the three CPSM® exams which are divided into three modules as detailed below.

• Supply Management Core (SM Core)
• Supply Management Integration (SM integration)
• Leadership and Transformation in Supply Management (SM leadership / Transformation)

Being CPSM® certified means that the holder has achieved mastery of Supply Management core competencies.

Over 1,500 delegates from over 300 organisations have successfully passed their CPSM® certification via this program. Delegates have attended from organisations such as Shell, Halliburton, Northrop Grumman, BP and Texas Instruments, Verizon, Ingersoll Rand, Atlas Copco, Boeing, BBraun, Commercial Metals, Emerson, Ericsson, Harkins Theatres, Mary Kay, Monsanto, Stewart Title, Whitmore and Watson Suspensions to name a few.

The Innoverto CPSM® Study Program is the perfect solution for putting yourself or your Supply Management team through a structured and controlled hybrid/ self-paced learning program whilst protecting your training budget.

The unique BMTG e-Learning Academy controls the learning flow whilst enabling management to view individual student progress and performance along the way and highlighting those that are struggling or behind schedule.

What you will learn

• The importance of manufacturing
• The primary purpose of this certificate program is to prepare you to sit and pass the three CPSM® exams which are divided into three modules as detailed below.
• Foundation of Supply Management
• Effective Supply Management Performance
• Leadership in Supply Management
• Delegates are provided with access to our unique BMTG e-learning Academy which enables to download and view all the course materials for self study, including audio guides and interactive quizzes.
• 15 hours of live on-line tutorials
• The multidimensional expertise demanded by this program will give you a macro perspective of strategic sourcing, cultural awareness, risk and compliance issues, organizational global strategy, logistics and social responsibility.
• Knowledge in areas such as finance and benchmarking of global suppliers is also covered in this program.
• You will have the capacity to effectively manage projects, whether you work in the non-manufacturing or manufacturing sector. The CPSM® ‘s emphasis on Supply Chain Integration is what allows you to continually evolve in the rapidly changing area arena that is Supply Management
• The integrated skill set required to reach the professional designation in areas like commodity management, supplier diversity and supplier relationship management will drive value in every link in the Supply Chain.
• Our Average exam pass rate is 85-90% compared to the global average of 65% based on other similar review programs.

• The CPSM® is a “niche” program geared toward all those in the procurement field.
• Participants working in Supply Management, sourcing, procurement and/or purchasing or are desirous of moving into one or more of these areas would be ideal for this program.
• Anyone looking for experienced and proven learning support to guide them through the complexities of the CPSM® examinations

The multidimensional expertise demanded by this Study Program will give you a macro perspective of strategic sourcing, cultural awareness, risk and compliance issues, organizational global strategy, logistics and social responsibility. The integrated skill set required to reach the professional designation in areas like commodity management, supplier diversity and supplier relationship management will drive value in every link in the Supply Chain.

Knowledge in areas such as finance and benchmarking of global suppliers is also covered in this program.

Module One

• SM – Core
  • Sourcing
  • Category Management
  • Negotiation
  • Legal and Contractual
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Cost and Price Management
  • Financial Analysis
  • Exams: 180 Questions – 3 Hours
  • Study Period: 2 Months

Module Two

• SM – Integration
  • Supply Chain Strategy
  • Sales and Operations Planning
  • Demand Planning / Forecasting
  • Product and Service Development
  • Quality Management
  • Logistics and Materials Management
  • Project Management
  • Exams – 165 Questions – 2.75 Hours
  • Study Period: 2 Months

Module Three

• SM – Leadership / Transformation
  • Leadership & Business Acumen
  • Strategy Development
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • People Development and Coaching
  • Risk and Compliance
  • Social Responsibility & Ethics
  • Exams – 165 Questions – 2.75 Hours
  • Study Period: 2 Months

The CPSM® Certified Professional in Supply Management is a globally recognized professional credential offered by the ISM (Institute for Supply Management), the largest Supply Management (SM) association in the world as well as the most respected and the global leader in supply management education.

Developed from a detailed understanding of modern-day supply management functions, CPSM® focuses on the contemporary complexities of supply management in a world where supply chain and procurement professionals must continue to find new and innovative ways to deliver added value to their organizations.

The CPSM® certification program emphasizes the integration of the Strategic Supply Chain, and along with Procurement and Supply Management, prepares the practitioner to move beyond tactical thinking in order to generate strategic solutions and to evolve continually in the rapidly changing Supply Management environment.

Package 1: Full Blended Learning with Tutor Support

The Innoverto CPSM® Study Program Package 1 is a blended delivery model combining in-depth study materials with simulated exam questions, pre-recorded audio reviews and 15 live virtual sessions per module (total of 45 live instructor led sessions) for the very best learning experience. The program is a blend of key concepts, group exercises and case studies with audience participation.  Delivery will be informative, fast-paced with interactive group exercises which reflect the sharing of global best practices, with learnings reinforced through a tutor interaction

• This Innoverto CPSM® Study Program provides delegates with a combination of study materials, audio PowerPoint presentations, practice examination questions, definitions awareness, introspective questioning and simulated exam techniques plus 15 hours live zoom tutorial sessions per Module (54 hours in total).
• The Innoverto CPSM Study Program is accessed 100% on demand at your convenience via the BMTG e-Learning Academy portal which includes detailed study materials with practical examples
• Audio presentations with CPSM alerts (you do not need to purchase any additional review materials).
• Each participant will have access to over 1,200 simulated exam sample questions including question and answer methodologies.
• Each module has a comprehensive, simulated exam which is the last pulse-check before taking the ISM external exam.
• Delegates have the option of attending 15 hours of live Zoom review tutorials per module which will run at predetermined times (see course event calendar for details)

Package 2: Self Paced Learning with Limited Tutor Support

The Innoverto CPSM® Study Program Package 2 is a structured self-paced option providing delegates with full access to all the learning materials as per Package 1 but without the 54 hours of live zoom tutorials.

Delegates are encouraged to structure their self-paced learning with the module timetable but this is not essential. As an added bonus delegates who select Package 2 will have the option of one live group Q&A session with a course tutor at the end of each module (total of 3 live instructor led sessions). This Q&A session will be conducted at a pre-set time.

The Innoverto CPSM® Study Program is a blended delivery model combining in-depth study materials with simulated exam questions, pre-recorded audio reviews and live virtual sessions for the very best learning experience.

The program is a blend of key concepts, group exercises and case studies with audience participation.  Delivery will be informative, fast-paced with interactive group exercises which reflect the sharing of global best practices, with learnings reinforced through a tutor interaction

• This Innoverto CPSM® Study Program provides delegates with a combination of study materials, audio PowerPoint presentations, practice examination questions, definitions awareness, introspective questioning and simulated exam techniques plus 15 hours live zoom tutorial sessions per Module (54 hours in total).
• The Innoverto CPSM® Study Program is accessed 100% on demand at your convenience via the BMTG e-Learning Academy portal which includes detailed study materials with practical examples
• Audio presentations with CPSM alerts (you do not need to purchase any additional review materials).
• Each participant will have access to over 1,200 simulated exam sample questions including question and answer methodologies.
• Each module has a comprehensive, simulated exam which is the last pulse-check before taking the ISM external exam.
• Delegates have the option of attending 15 hours of live Zoom review tutorials per module which will run at predetermined times (see course event calendar for details)