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StartSmart Concept

There is a unique learning concept for all APICS certification programs (CPIM, CSCP, CLTD, CTSC): with the StartSmart approach, you can book and begin your certification journey at a time that suits you best. Over the course of 12 months, you can prepare best for your exam.

Your StartSmart Certification Journey

  1. Decide whether to pursue an instructor-led training OR self-study only. If you decide for the self-study option with PMI and would later like to attend an instructor-led training at PMI for the same program, the cost of your self-study materials will be credited to you.
  2. Purchase at https://www.pmi-m.de/en/shop/
  3. Receive your invoice and pay
  4. Get access to your learning materials – your 12-month learning journey begins!
  5. Attend your booked instructor-led training. Several trainings per certification program (CPIM, CSCP, CLTD, CTSC) and year available.
  6. Join monthly Q&A sessions to ask any questions to an instructor.
  7. Join quarterly available Exam Prep Sessions with an experienced trainer to help you get ready for the exam.
  8. Complete your final exam within this 12-month period. If you fail, you will have a 6-month retake period to attempt it again.