The CPIM-8.0 exam presents Approximately 150 multiple-choice questions per exam part questions inside a 150–210 minutes per exam part (CPIM Part 1 and Part 2, varies by delivery update) window. That combination makes time a resource you manage, not a backdrop: candidates who never practice against a clock often leave easy questions unanswered at the end. Use the Exams4sures mock exam system — its timing function recreates the real pressure, so you can spot pacing gaps during preparation instead of during the exam.

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No formal prerequisites required; supply chain or operations knowledge recommended

Vendor rules change periodically, so before scheduling, confirm the latest requirements on the official APICS exam page.

For the APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM 8.0), APICS recommends the following training:

• ASCM CPIM Learning System
• ASCM Official Certification Training

Formal training builds understanding; focused practice builds exam-day performance. Combine either resource above with 608 practice questions from Exams4sures and you cover both.

The CPIM-8.0 exam — officially the Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM 8.0) — is APICS's certification test for professionals working with its technologies, and passing it awards the Certified Production and Inventory Management certification at the Professional level. Whether you are a student, an office worker, or a veteran of the field, a vendor-issued credential is one of the few qualifications every employer reads the same way. It also leads naturally toward CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional), CLTD (Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution).

Passing requires Scaled score 300 (on a 200–350 scale), and official registration costs USD $495–$690 per exam (member vs non-member pricing varies by region). Budget-wise, remember the fee covers one attempt only — a retake is charged in full again. The prudent sequence is to self-assess first: run timed mocks with 608 practice questions at Exams4sures until your scores clear the passing mark with margin, and only then spend on the seat.

The APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM 8.0) syllabus is divided into 2 domains, headlined by CPIM Part 2: Strategic Planning and Execution, CPIM Part 1: Supply Chain Fundamentals. The complete weighted outline is in the syllabus section above — let it direct your preparation toward the points that matter most.

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The APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM 8.0) is booked through these official channels:

• Official CPIM Certification Page (ASCM)
• Pearson VUE ASCM Exam Registration

When scheduling, note that the CPIM-8.0 exam is delivered Computer-based exam via Pearson VUE test centers or online proctored exam.