Supply Management Core Exam Overview

The APSM™ exam is the same Supply Management Core Exam used in the CPSM® certification.

Exam Breakdown:

  • 180 multiple-choice questions

  • 3 hours duration

  • Passing Score: 400 (out of 600 scale)

  • Includes 15 unscored research questions

  • Covers 7 key competencies:

Exam Topics:

  1. Sourcing

  2. Category Management

  3. Negotiation

  4. Legal and Contractual

  5. Supplier Relationship Management

  6. Cost and Price Management

  7. Financial Analysis

Download: APSM Exam Process Guide