CLTD in Kuwait: Cost, Exam, Eligibility and Formats
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CLTD certification in Kuwait is an ASCM credential for logistics, transport and warehouse professionals, and you can study for it online. The live online program is Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution at USD 3,900. If you work in procurement and sourcing more than you move goods, compare Certified Supply Chain Professional first.
At a glance
- CLTD suits Kuwait based professionals in logistics, transport, warehousing and freight coordination.
- The live online program is USD 3,900. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs.
- ASCM sets eligibility, so confirm the rules on the ASCM site before you pay.
- Ask an advisor to compare programs if your role is mostly buying or planning.
CLTD programs and fees (USD)
| Program | Study time | Self paced (USD) | Live online (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution | 3,900 | ||
| Certified Supply Chain Professional | 4,600 | ||
| International Diploma in Logistics and Transport | 2,000 | ||
| Certified Shipping and Freight Forwarding Professional | 1,199 | ||
| Certified International Warehouse and Inventory Manager | 46 hours | 699 | 1,199 |
| Mastering Logistics and Transportation | 45 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.
Is CLTD certification worth considering for a role in Kuwait?
It is worth considering if your daily work is logistics, transportation or distribution. It is a weak match if your work is mostly purchasing.
Kuwait's logistics work has a visible structure. Kuwait Ports Authority runs three ports: Shuwaikh as the main commercial port, Shuaiba as the main industrial port, and a third as a regional commercial port. If you plan cargo moves, manage a warehouse that serves a port or coordinate freight, transportation, global logistics and inventory are CLTD exam topics. Check the content list before you pay, and compare it with your own job description.
Which program fits your role?
Choose by what you do most days. Moving and storing goods points to CLTD. Buying and sourcing points to Certified Supply Chain Professional.
- Logistics, transport, warehouse or freight role: Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution, USD 3,900 live online. It lists logistics and supply chain professionals, transportation and distribution managers, warehouse and inventory specialists, and freight and operations coordinators.
- Procurement, sourcing or whole chain role: Certified Supply Chain Professional, an ASCM credential, USD 4,600 live online.
- Mid level logistics and transport: International Diploma in Logistics and Transport, a CILT credential, USD 2,000 live online.
- Freight forwarding, import and export: Certified Shipping and Freight Forwarding Professional, an IPSCMI credential, USD 1,199 live online.
- Store or warehouse supervisor: Certified International Warehouse and Inventory Manager, which lists about 46 hours of study. Ask an advisor which format is available.
- Planning and distribution roles: Mastering Logistics and Transportation, self paced at USD 599, for supply chain planners, demand and inventory planners, and warehouse and distribution managers. The course page lists about 45 hours of study.
How much does CLTD cost in Kuwait?
Blue Ocean lists Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution at USD 3,900 for live online study. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs.
If your employer is paying for a group, use the corporate enquiry page and ask an advisor about arranging a class locally. Ask an advisor how long the program takes.
What do Kuwaitization measures mean for training?
Kuwait Times reported that Kuwaitization measures announced in August 2025 include specialised training programmes.
If you are Kuwaiti, ask the Public Authority for Manpower whether those programs apply to you. The CLTD credential rules come from ASCM and not from these measures.
What are the CLTD eligibility rules?
ASCM accepts three years of related business experience, or a bachelor's degree, or an active approved certification. One of the three is enough.
ASCM can change these rules, so check the current wording on the ASCM site. If none applies yet, ask an advisor which program in the guide above fits, and return to CLTD later.
What does the CLTD exam involve?
The exam has 150 questions and lasts 3.5 hours. Scores are scaled from 200 to 350, and the pass mark is 300.
Pearson VUE delivers it at a test center or online proctored. Use the ASCM and Pearson VUE locator to see what is available to you from Kuwait when you book. The content areas are:
- Logistics overview and strategy
- Capacity planning and demand management
- Order management
- Inventory and warehouse management
- Transportation
- Global logistics
- Logistics network design
- Reverse logistics and sustainability
To keep the credential, ASCM's rule is 75 points every 5 years.
How do you prepare for the 3.5 hour sitting?
Practice in timed blocks and spend your study time on the content areas you meet least at work. The exam is 150 questions in one 3.5 hour sitting.
- A warehouse supervisor should expect to spend more time on transportation, global logistics and logistics network design.
- A freight or transport coordinator should expect to spend more time on inventory and warehouse management, and on capacity planning and demand management.
- A planner who has never handled returns should read the reverse logistics and sustainability area early, because it is easy to leave to the end.
Choose between a test center and online proctored early, and rehearse in the same setting. Ask an advisor how the live online sessions are scheduled so you can fit them around your working week.
Steps to take from here
Work through these in order before you pay.
- Compare your current duties with the content list above and decide between CLTD and Certified Supply Chain Professional.
- Confirm on the ASCM site that you meet one eligibility route.
- Send an enquiry and ask an advisor how long the program takes.
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
What does CLTD stand for?
CLTD stands for Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution. ASCM, formerly APICS, awards the credential.
How much does CLTD cost in Kuwait?
Blue Ocean lists the live online program at USD 3,900. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs.
Can I take the CLTD exam from Kuwait?
Pearson VUE delivers the exam at test centers or online proctored. Check the ASCM and Pearson VUE locator for current availability.
Who is eligible for CLTD?
ASCM asks for three years of related business experience, or a bachelor's degree, or an active approved certification. Confirm the current rules with ASCM.
What score do I need to pass CLTD?
Scores are scaled from 200 to 350 and the pass mark is 300. The exam has 150 questions in 3.5 hours.
