CSCP Exam at a Glance

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Sample Certified Supply Chain Professional CSCP Practice Practice Questions

Try these questions from our free Certified Supply Chain Professional CSCP Practice practice tests. The correct answer and an explanation follow each question.

1. How does the CSCP certification primarily differ from the CPIM certification?

   • A. CSCP focuses on end-to-end supply chain while CPIM focuses on internal operations
   • B. CSCP is for entry-level while CPIM is advanced
   • C. CSCP covers only logistics while CPIM covers procurement
   • D. CSCP requires a doctoral degree while CPIM does not

   Answer: A. CSCP focuses on end-to-end supply chain while CPIM focuses on internal operations

   CSCP takes a broader end-to-end supply chain view, whereas CPIM concentrates on internal manufacturing and operations planning.

2. The CSCP exam content is organized into how many major content domains?

   • A. 2
   • B. 3
   • C. 4
   • D. 5

   Answer: B. 3

   The CSCP exam is structured around three content domains: Supply Chain Design; Supply Chain Planning, Sourcing, and Execution; and Supply Chain Improvement and Best Practices.

3. The CSCP exam covers three main content domains. Which combination correctly reflects these domains?

   • A. Procurement, Manufacturing, and Distribution
   • B. Supply Chain Design, Planning and Execution, and Improvement and Best Practices
   • C. Forecasting, Inventory Management, and Transportation
   • D. Strategy, Finance, and Human Resources

   Answer: B. Supply Chain Design, Planning and Execution, and Improvement and Best Practices

   The CSCP curriculum is organized into Supply Chain Design; Supply Chain Planning and Execution; and Supply Chain Improvements and Best Practices.

4. Which of the following correctly describes the standard work-experience eligibility requirement for the CSCP exam?

   • A. No work experience is required for any applicant
   • B. At least 3 years of related business experience
   • C. At least 2 years of related business or supply chain experience
   • D. At least 5 years in a managerial role

   Answer: C. At least 2 years of related business or supply chain experience

   APICS requires CSCP candidates to have a minimum of 2 years of related business or supply chain experience (or a bachelor's degree equivalent) to sit for the exam.

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