CICCM in Bahrain: Cost, Exam, Eligibility and Formats
Read this page in Arabic: العربية | Last updated November 2026
You can study the CICCM in Bahrain online: live online costs USD 1,199 for the Certified International Commercial Contracts Manager course, and the IPSCMI exam is administered through Blue Ocean Academy at the end of the program. It is listed for contract managers, commercial managers, contract administrators and procurement professionals. If you mainly work on supplier purchases, Mastering Contracts for Procurement Professionals is USD 599 self paced.
At a glance
- Live online is USD 1,199. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs.
- The CICCM suits contract managers, commercial managers, contract administrators and procurement professionals in Bahrain.
- The course page lists about 50 hours of study, so ask an advisor how that fits your working week.
- Send an enquiry this week to confirm IPSCMI eligibility and exam booking.
CICCM programs and fees (USD)
| Program | Study time | Self paced (USD) | Live online (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certified International Commercial Contracts Manager | 50 hours | 999 | 1,199 |
| Mastering Contracts for Procurement Professionals | 46 hours | 599 | |
| Project Management Professional in Procurement and Contracting | 46 hours | 699 | 1,199 |
| Certified International Procurement Professional | 48 hours | 699 | 1,500 |
| Certified International Procurement Manager | 45 hours | 699 | 1,500 |
| Mastering Procurement Negotiations | 47 hours | 599 |
Fees come from our course catalog and can change. They do not include the exam, so ask an advisor what it costs and confirm the format before you enroll.
What the CICCM costs from Bahrain and which format to choose
Live online is USD 1,199. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs. Ask an advisor to confirm the format for this course.
The course page lists about 50 hours of study. You can also ask an advisor about arranging a class locally, or study at a Blue Ocean office in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Riyadh. An advisor can tell you whether a class can be arranged.
Tamkeen for job seekers in Bahrain: how to check your eligibility
Tamkeen, Bahrain's Labour Fund, offers job seekers training, professional certification and wage support, and its National Employment Program 2.0 gives wage support for up to 36 months to Bahraini job seekers and fresh graduates registered with the Ministry of Labour. Wage support is a different thing from training.
If you are a job seeker, ask Tamkeen which of its programs apply to you and check your own eligibility with it. Tamkeen launched its 2026 to 2030 strategy in February 2026, so ask what is on offer now rather than relying on older advice.
Who the CICCM suits, and who it does not
The course page lists contract managers, commercial managers, contract administrators and procurement professionals. IPSCMI describes the certification for contracts officers, procurement and legal support staff, and project and commercial managers.
It does not suit someone who never works with contract terms. It is also listed at Executive level, so ask an advisor whether your experience suits that level before you enroll.
How the CICCM exam and eligibility work
The IPSCMI certification exam is administered through Blue Ocean Academy at the end of the program. IPSCMI, based in the USA, awards the certificate and sets the rules for it. Confirm eligibility with an advisor, because rules can change.
Before you start, ask for the exam format, booking steps and retake rules, so you can plan study around your own working hours.
If you buy for government work, what to read first
Government tenders and purchases in Bahrain are regulated by Legislative Decree No. 36 of 2002, with implementing regulations issued under Decree No. 37 of 2002, and the Tender Board publishes both. If your contracts start with a tender, read those texts alongside your course material.
Which course should you pick besides the CICCM?
Choose by your main task, not by the title.
- Contract terms and administration. Take the Certified International Commercial Contracts Manager course.
- Buying with contracts as one part of the job. Take Mastering Contracts for Procurement Professionals, Professional level. It does not suit you if you want the Executive level IPSCMI certification.
- Project delivery with procurement inside it. Take Project Management Professional in Procurement and Contracting, live online at USD 1,199.
- Supplier negotiation. Take Mastering Procurement Negotiations, which is listed for buyers, procurement professionals, category managers and sourcing specialists.
How to compare the CICCM with the other contracts courses
Compare on three points: level, format and the work you do. The CICCM is Executive level, about 50 hours, and has a live online format at USD 1,199.
- Level. Mastering Contracts for Procurement Professionals is Professional level at about 46 hours, listed for procurement professionals, sourcing specialists, contract administrators and contract managers.
- Format. Project Management Professional in Procurement and Contracting also has a live online format at USD 1,199, so cost does not separate it from the CICCM. The difference is the work: project delivery or contract management.
- Audience. The CICCM page lists contract managers, commercial managers, contract administrators and procurement professionals. Choose it if that sounds like you.
Send an enquiry if two of these seem to fit. An advisor can help you pick one.
What to ask about the exam before you pay
The IPSCMI exam is administered through Blue Ocean Academy at the end of the program, so settle the exam questions before you enroll.
- What does the exam look like, and how is it booked once you finish the course?
- What happens if you need to retake it?
- Which IPSCMI eligibility rules apply to you? IPSCMI sets them and they can change, so confirm them with an advisor.
How much study time to plan for
The course page lists about 50 hours of study for the CICCM, against about 46 hours for Mastering Contracts for Procurement Professionals and for Project Management Professional in Procurement and Contracting.
Ask an advisor how those hours fit around your own working week, and which format is available, before you choose.
Training a team in Bahrain: what to send with your enquiry
If you manage a contracts or procurement team, send a corporate enquiry. List the roles on the team and the format you prefer.
Send each person's current tasks with the enquiry, and an advisor can say which course fits each role.
What to do this week
Take these steps in order, starting with your own contract tasks.
- Decide which of your current tasks involve contract terms.
- Send an enquiry and ask an advisor to confirm the format, IPSCMI eligibility and exam booking.
- Enroll in the format the advisor confirms.
Three ways to study from Bahrain
- Online: self paced, or live online classes with an instructor.
- In a class arranged locally: ask an advisor about arranging a class in Bahrain.
- At a Blue Ocean office: Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Riyadh.
| Office | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai | B2505, Latifa Towers, Sheikh Zayed Road, opposite the Museum of the Future, Dubai, UAE | +971 4 314 8500 |
| Abu Dhabi | Office 1402, Al Dhaheri Building, Lulu Center, Al Danah Zone 1, Abu Dhabi, UAE | +971 2 886 4323 |
| Riyadh | 530/4, Fifth Floor, Al Akaria 2, Gate 8, Olaya, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | +966 11 260 5558 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the CICCM cost in Bahrain?
Live online is USD 1,199. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs. Ask an advisor to confirm the format for this course.
What is Tamkeen's role for job seekers in Bahrain?
Tamkeen is Bahrain's Labour Fund and offers job seekers training, professional certification and wage support. Check your own eligibility with Tamkeen.
Who awards the CICCM?
IPSCMI, based in the USA, awards the Certified International Commercial Contracts Manager certification. The exam is administered through Blue Ocean Academy at the end of the program.
How many hours does the CICCM need?
The course page lists about 50 hours of study. Ask an advisor how that fits your schedule.
Can I study the CICCM in a class in Bahrain?
You can study online, ask an advisor about arranging a class, or attend at a Blue Ocean office in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Riyadh. An advisor can tell you whether a class can be arranged.
