1. CPIM Transformed for Today’s Busy Professional
Lisa:
So let’s take a look on how this decision affects the Certification exam structure and the associated courseware.

2. CPIM Learning System Components
Participant Materials
The CPIM body of knowledge will follow the two-part configuration identified in ECM v6.0. The reading materials will be available in print and e-reader formats.
Online Materials
and Resources
The online component will provide tests, exercises, and additional resources for both learning and teaching. Premium features will support a blended learning experience.
Instructor
Materials
Instructor materials will include instructor Resource Books with facilitator notes, PowerPoint slides, classroom exercises, student slide books and an optional final exam.

3. CPIM Learning System Delivery Formats
The CPIM Learning System will support two different delivery modes, based on audience needs: (1) Self-Study and (2) Instructor-led. Online features that are available will vary to accommodate the delivery format.
Feature:
(by Part)
Self-Study
Version
Instructor-led
Announcements 
Class Roster
“Ask the Instructor”
Threaded Discussions
Pretest
Embedded e-Reader
Section Quizzes
Posttest
Practice Exam
Instructional Videos
Interactive Case Studies
Glossary/Flashcards
Resource Center

4. Proposed Business Model Focus
Customer focused
Product flexibility designed for needs of today’s students:
Instructor-led or self study
Flipped classroom
Electronic delivery capability
Enhanced Value Proposition (EVP)
Partners – increasing student adoption
Students – enabling enhanced, multimode learning experiences
Global pricing
Align pricing and model with other similar product offerings by both competitors and APICS
Overall reduction in customer cost and time commitment
Comprehensive, condensed learning path
Learning System based
Designed to address the needs and time constraints of today’s students

5. Anticipated Roll-out Plans

6. Draft CPIM Reconfiguration Timeline
June 1, Launch CPIM Version 6.0 Exam Content Manual
August 7, CPIM Part 1 and Part 2 Courseware presale
August 31, Last day to purchase current BSCM exam ATT
September Launch CPIM Part 1 and Part 2 Courseware Purchase CPIM Part 1 and Part 2 exams available for purchase
September 30, CPIM Part 1 exams administered
November CPIM Part 2 exam exams administered
Note: Current 4-exam (MPR, DSP, ECO & SMR), CPIM configuration will be maintained during YE 2018 to allow for candidate transition.
Visit: apics.org/credentials-education/credentials/cpim/new-cpim-details/launch-timeline to view the current timeline.

7. Ensuring Successful Transition
Lisa:
Bob, can you provide some guidance on how to ensure a successful transition?

8. Ensuring Successful Transition
Modules 2-5 as well as the new combined exam will be offered simultaneously during an extended interval providing individuals time to transition.
The 10-year exam expiration policy for legacy BSCM exams will continue to be honored.
Candidates will be assured to either begin or continue their CPIM pursuits.
For those who have passed a few exams, there will be less financial investment required to complete the legacy CPIM configuration.
For those who have passed a few exams, waiting for the new combined exam will require a review of material that they were already tested on.
Communication will be timed and distributed in a manner to avoid a potential “run on the market.”

9. CPIM Pricing – Current vs. New
Current Pricing vs. New CPIM Pricing
Existing
Learning System + Certification
New CPIM Pricing NA
$1,525
$1,880
Learning System:
(Part 1 $395 + Part 2 $495)
Exam:
(Part 1 $495 + Part 2 $495)
ROW
$2,200
Bundle*
$1,680
9 Month Learning System vs. 18 Month Courseware
* Bundle Option only available to APICS Members

10. New CPIM
New Opportunities

11. New CPIM… New Opportunities!
Some thoughts on value…
APICS’s most successful partners tend to offer CPIM based on a total value proposition at a bundled price.
Current Chapters have detailed this approach quite effectively in the recent APICS Marketing 365 Live! webinar, the “Art of the Bundle”.
The new, revitalized CPIM should command the same or greater value in the market, while substantially decreasing overall partner training time and costs.
Fast Fact:
According to a Harvard Business School study of 1,000 professionals 94% work at least 50 hours per week and 50% at least 65 hours.
The Art of the Bundle -