AMA Certified Professional in Management™ (AMA-CPM™) preparation programs and resources are recommended tools to help candidates prepare for the Certification in Management exam. It is strongly encouraged to take an instructor-led course, self-study with the Management Body of Knowledge, or complete the practice exam to help prepare for the exam experience.
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AMA-CPM Prep Courses (Instructor-Led)
Classroom Exam Prep Course
AMA-CPM Exam Prep Course helps candidates explore and practice foundational skills required to be successful in management. Outlined in an authoritative body of knowledge, and as such is a valuable (though not required) resource to prepare for the AMA-CPM exam. Registration for this course includes a copy of The Management Body of Knowledge.
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AMA-CPM Exam Prep Crash Course
This accelerated, condensed crash course features a comprehensive, in-depth review focusing on the specific areas targeted by the AMA-CPM exam. This intensive 1-day review will feature practice exam questions and will explore valuable test-taking techniques and strategies. Participants will receive the AMA-CPM practice exam and the Management Body of Knowledge. Please note that this class is designed as a review course only.
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Self-Study Prep
AMA-CPM™ 3-Step Value Pack
A path to management certification with an all-inclusive self-study option
With our convenient Value Pack, managers (and future managers) can sign up for this all-inclusive self-study certification option to easily and efficiently pursue the 3-step path to management certification (Apply – Prepare – Certify) on their own—and at significant savings.
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The Management Body of Knowledge
This essential resource is AMA’s flagship publication and outlines the best combination of knowledge, skills and abilities that managers need to successfully perform and deliver results in today’s complex business world. This resource guide has been designed as the benchmark of essential management tools and key competencies. It is one of the tools that provides the necessary foundation for the AMA-CPM certification framework.
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NEW! AMA-CPM OnDemand Exam Prep
Learn key management competencies on your own with this comprehensive AMA-CPM Prep Course consisting of 16 on demand lessons, one for each management competency. Each lesson is 20 minutes.
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AMA-CPM Practice Exam
Assess your skills and prepare for the AMA-CPM exam.
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AMA-CPM™ candidates are not required to participate in any exam prep program prior to testing. Further, participation in any exam prep program from any education provider does not guarantee a passing score on the AMA-CPM™ exam.
On-Site Exam Prep
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AMA-CPM Eligibility
In order to satisfy the requirements of our certification mission, AMA has created eligibility requirements; a fair, valid and reliable examination; and ongoing maintenance of recertification requirements, through which candidates can demonstrate their management competencies.