CPCM™ – Certified Procurement and Contracts Manager

CPCM™ Brochure

The CPCM™ course contains the core principles and practices in procurement, inventory management, contract management, and vendor partnership. Topics include steps in the purchasing process, supply management integration, supplier evaluation, supplier performance, cost management, global sourcing, negotiation and conflict management, business ethics, services purchasing, capital purchasing, spend analysis, critical materials management, continuous improvement, and other aspects relevant to procurement.

CPCM™ certificate course prepares students for the following roles:

• Buyer
• Buyer-Planner
• Purchasing Associate
• Purchasing Manager
• Vendor Development Manager
• Procurement Manager
• Vendor Partnerships Manager
• and similar roles in trade and industry.

Upon enrollment, you will receive three months of full access to the online learning resources. During this period, you may review the course at your own pace, complete the module quizzes and final assessment, and download your CPCM™ certificate upon successful completion.

In addition, you will have the option to attend our instructor-led coaching sessions – a series of four consecutive Saturday classes, held from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM EST/DST (New York time). Attendance in these live sessions is optional, and you are welcome to join even if you have already completed your coursework and received your certificate.

Your course fee includes everything – online learning access, quizzes, final test, certificate, and the option to attend live instructor-led sessions. Please check the Course Calendar for the next cohort’s start date.

Learning resources include the following:

• Access to the online training materials, including downloadable handbooks, exercise files, and other materials.
• Video lessons.
• Quizzes.
• Final Test.
• Participation in the instructor-led training sessions (optional).