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CSCP – Certified Supply Chain Professional

CSCP – Certified Supply Chain Professional vs 3 alternatives compared

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CSCP – Certified Supply Chain ProfessionalCPIM – Certified in Production and Inventory ManagementSix Sigma Green BeltSix Sigma Black Belt
VendorASCM / APICSASCM / APICSASQ / IASSCASQ / IASSC
LevelIntermediateIntermediateIntermediateAdvanced
Exam fee$1,295–$1,595$995–$1,295$300–$595$438–$795
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Typical salary$75K–$110K$70K–$100K$75K–$105K$95K–$135K
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Which should you choose?

Should I take CSCP – Certified Supply Chain Professional or CPIM – Certified in Production and Inventory Management first?

Both are rated Intermediate. Pick the one whose exam domains match the job you want, and check which one employers in your area ask for.

Should I take CSCP – Certified Supply Chain Professional or Six Sigma Green Belt first?

Both are rated Intermediate. Pick the one whose exam domains match the job you want, and check which one employers in your area ask for.

Should I take CSCP – Certified Supply Chain Professional or Six Sigma Black Belt first?

CSCP – Certified Supply Chain Professional is the lower-level certification (Intermediate vs Advanced), so it is usually the better first step.