CICCM in Kuwait: Cost, Exam, Eligibility and Formats
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The CICCM in Kuwait is studied through the Certified International Commercial Contracts Manager course, which costs USD 1,199 live online, with the IPSCMI exam 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 handle supplier buying more than contract terms, 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 Kuwait.
- IPSCMI sets its own certification rules, so confirm eligibility with an advisor before you enroll.
- Send an enquiry to check the exam booking and ask about a class arranged locally.
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 and how you can study it from Kuwait
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. If you would rather study with colleagues, ask an advisor about arranging a class. An advisor can tell you whether a class can be arranged. You can also study at a Blue Ocean office in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Riyadh.
Is the CICCM useful for public tender work in Kuwait?
It can be if your job sits close to contracts. Public Tenders Law No. 49 of 2016 regulates government procurement in Kuwait, and the Central Agency for Public Tenders awards contracts and invites companies to prequalify.
If you prepare or review bids, read that law first. Then ask an advisor whether your tender tasks fit the course audience. IPSCMI describes the CICCM for contracts officers, procurement and legal support staff, and project and commercial managers.
Kuwaitization and training: what to ask your employer
Kuwait's Public Authority for Manpower says Kuwaitization is central to the National Vision 2035. Measures announced in August 2025 include specialized training programs, according to Kuwait Times.
If you are Kuwaiti and work in the private sector, ask your HR team whether a course like this can sit inside a training plan. If your employer pays, confirm that before you enroll.
Who the CICCM suits, and who it does not
The course page lists contract managers, commercial managers, contract administrators and procurement professionals. If you review agreements, track obligations or manage commercial terms, the course matches your work.
It does not suit someone who never handles contract documents. The program is 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, so confirm eligibility with an advisor, because they can change.
Ask for the exam format, booking steps and retake rules before you pay.
CICCM or another course: a guide by role
Look at what you spend most of your week doing.
- Managing or administering contracts. Take the Certified International Commercial Contracts Manager course.
- Buying, with some contract work. Take Mastering Contracts for Procurement Professionals, Professional level. It does not suit you if you want the Executive level IPSCMI certification.
- Running projects that include procurement. Take Project Management Professional in Procurement and Contracting, live online at USD 1,199.
- Negotiating with suppliers. Take Mastering Procurement Negotiations, which is listed for buyers, procurement professionals, category managers and sourcing specialists.
Questions to put to an advisor before you enroll
Ask about the format, the exam and the fit with your role, in that order.
- Format. Live online is USD 1,199. Ask an advisor to confirm the format for this course.
- Exam. The IPSCMI exam is administered through Blue Ocean Academy at the end of the program. Ask for the format and booking steps.
- Fit. Describe your contract tasks and ask whether the Executive level suits your experience.
The Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority lists Creative Human Capital as a pillar of Kuwait National Vision 2035 and says training institutes contribute to the vision's goals. If your employer has a training plan, ask how a course like this could be part of it.
How the CICCM compares with the related contracts courses
Set level, hours and format side by side before you choose, because they differ between the courses.
- CICCM. Executive level, about 50 hours of study, live online at USD 1,199.
- Project Management Professional in Procurement and Contracting. Executive level, about 46 hours, live online at USD 1,199. It is listed for project managers, contract managers, procurement professionals and sourcing specialists.
- Mastering Contracts for Procurement Professionals. Professional level, about 46 hours, USD 599 self paced. It is listed for procurement professionals, sourcing specialists, contract administrators and contract managers.
If two of these fit your job, send an enquiry from Kuwait and ask an advisor which one matches your role.
What to ask about study time and the exam
The course page lists about 50 hours of study for the CICCM. Ask an advisor how those hours fit around your own working week before you pay.
Ask which IPSCMI eligibility rules apply to you as well. IPSCMI sets them and they can change, so confirm them before you enroll.
Training a team in Kuwait: 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.
New Kuwait 2035 emphasizes quality jobs for Kuwaiti nationals. If your company is planning training for Kuwaiti staff, send each person's current tasks with the enquiry, and an advisor can say which course fits each role.
Getting started in Kuwait
Follow these steps in order, starting with a list of your contract tasks.
- Note which of your tasks involve contract terms or tender documents.
- Ask HR or your manager whether the cost can be shared or planned into training.
- Send an enquiry and ask an advisor to confirm the format, IPSCMI eligibility and exam booking.
- Enroll once the format is confirmed.
Three ways to study from Kuwait
- Online: self paced, or live online classes with an instructor.
- In a class arranged locally: ask an advisor about arranging a class in Kuwait.
- 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 Kuwait?
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.
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 long is the CICCM course?
The course page lists about 50 hours of study. Ask an advisor how that fits around your working schedule.
Is the CICCM for people who work on government tenders?
It fits contract managers, commercial managers, contract administrators and procurement professionals. Ask an advisor how the course relates to your own tender and contract tasks.
Can I study the CICCM in a class in Kuwait?
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.
