CPIM · 43%
Manufacturing Planning and Control
Manufacturing Planning and Control is 43% of the APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) (CPIM), administered by ASCM / APICS. It falls under the Professional Certifications category.
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Domain | Manufacturing Planning and Control |
| Exam | APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) (CPIM) |
| Domain Weight | 43% |
| Governing Body | ASCM / APICS |
| Available in App | Professional Cert Exam Prep: SHRM, LEED, PMI & Six Sigma |
| Official Source | ASCM / APICS official website ↗ |
CPIM Manufacturing Planning and Control: FAQ
How much of the CPIM covers Manufacturing Planning and Control?
Manufacturing Planning and Control accounts for 43% of the CPIM, which has 150 questions total. ASCM / APICS publishes the official exam content outline with the most current weighting. The C3RT app covers all 5 CPIM content areas.
What is the CPIM exam format and how does Manufacturing Planning and Control fit in?
The CPIM has 5 content areas across 150 questions in 3.5 hours, with a passing score of 300/350. Manufacturing Planning and Control is content area 2 of 5 and carries 43% of the total exam weight. The other content areas are Supply Chain Management Fundamentals, Internal Operations, Supplier Relations, Customer Relations.
How do I study for the Manufacturing Planning and Control section of the CPIM?
Targeted practice by content area is the most effective approach. The C3RT Professional Cert Exam Prep: SHRM, LEED, PMI & Six Sigma app for iOS and Mac tags every practice question by content area, so you can isolate Manufacturing Planning and Control questions, track your accuracy, and focus study time on your weak spots. Combine focused practice sets with full-length timed mock exams as your test date approaches.
How many questions are on the CPIM and what is the passing score?
The CPIM consists of 150 questions in 3.5 hours, with a passing score of 300/350. It is administered by ASCM / APICS and the exam fee is $395 (ASCM members) / $495 (non-members). The C3RT app includes full-length practice exams that mirror the real format across all 5 content areas.
Where can I find official ASCM / APICS resources for Manufacturing Planning and Control?
The official source for CPIM content outlines and study resources is the ASCM / APICS website. The exam blueprint, which details all content areas including Manufacturing Planning and Control, is published there. C3RT is not affiliated with ASCM / APICS. It is a third-party practice platform that supplements official materials with 150+ practice questions, flashcards, and study tools across all 5 content areas.
Manufacturing Planning and Control is a content area on the APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) (CPIM), a Professional Certifications exam administered by ASCM / APICS. C3RT is not affiliated with ASCM / APICS. Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective organisations. Official exam information is available at the ASCM / APICS website.