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CPIM Self-Study

APICS offers a variety of self-study resources to help you prepare for the CPIM exams. All candidates should first review the CPIM Exam Content Manual that provides an overview of the curriculum with test specifications, test-taking advice, and practice questions with answers. Use the list below to choose the best combination of study methods.

APICS Dictionary defines the terms that inventory, operations, and supply chain professionals use every day. This unique reference tool is an essential resource to prepare for CPIM exams. A CD-ROM version of the dictionary is also available. The APICS Illustrated Dictionary contains all 3,500 terms from the printed dictionary and illustrates more than 2,500 of them.

CPIM Practice Questions contain practice questions, answer keys, and a list of text references for additional study. This product is available as a booklet or on CD-ROM.

CPIM Study Notes are concise and detailed in an easy-to-understand, conversational format.

Datachem Study Aids provide keyword search functions, simulated tests, and technical explanations that accelerate learning of the topics covered in the certification exams.

Home-Study Courses from the MGI Management Institute enable you to study for each CPIM module at your own pace. Skill development exercises can be mailed or faxed for detailed review and comment by an assigned instructor or they can be done online.

Online Review Courses are a convenient alternative to classroom exam preparation. Choose between instructor-led or independent study.

Primary References have been developed specifically to support CPIM education and testing and will help you build your knowledge of industry practices.