CSCP Certification in Abu Dhabi: Cost, Exam, Eligibility and Formats
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The CSCP is an ASCM exam for supply chain professionals, procurement and sourcing specialists, logistics and operations managers, and inventory and warehouse professionals, and you can study for it in Abu Dhabi. Blue Ocean Academy teaches the Certified Supply Chain Professional course live online and at its Abu Dhabi office. The Certified in Planning and Inventory Management course is another ASCM option, including for inventory and demand planners.
At a glance
- The Certified Supply Chain Professional course suits supply chain, procurement, logistics, operations, inventory and warehouse professionals in Abu Dhabi.
- Blue Ocean Academy lists it live online at AED 16,800. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs.
- Confirm your eligibility route with ASCM, which sets the rules.
- Ask an advisor about studying at the Abu Dhabi office or arranging a class locally.
CSCP programs and fees (AED)
| Program | Study time | Self paced (AED) | Live online (AED) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Supply Chain Professional | 16,800 | ||
| Certified in Planning and Inventory Management | 15,400 | ||
| Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution | 14,300 | ||
| Certified International Supply Chain Professional | 48 hours | 2,599 | 4,400 |
| Supply Chain Planning Certificate | 8,800 | ||
| Supply Chain Management Fundamentals | 47 hours | Free |
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 does the CSCP assessment involve?
The CSCP is one exam from ASCM, formerly APICS, delivered by Pearson VUE at test centers or online proctored. Use the ASCM and Pearson VUE locator to see what is open to you in Abu Dhabi before you set a date.
The exam spans eight areas.
- Supply Chains, Demand Management and Forecasting
- Global Supply Chain Networks
- Sourcing Products and Services
- Internal Operations and Inventory
- Forward and Reverse Logistics
- Supply Chain Relationships
- Supply Chain Risk
- Optimization, Sustainability and Technology
How do you plan CSCP study around a job in Abu Dhabi?
List your daily tasks, match each one to an exam area, and study the unmatched areas first. Come back to the areas you already use at work after that.
Abu Dhabi gives you concrete reference points. Khalifa Port is described by AD Ports Group as a logistics gateway combining sea, road and rail connectivity, and KEZAD Group operates 12 economic zones across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra, with its main zone next to the port. If you coordinate shipments or supplier deliveries around that kind of multi modal flow, the Forward and Reverse Logistics and Global Supply Chain Networks areas map onto your week. If you work in an office role such as procurement, Sourcing Products and Services and Supply Chain Relationships are closer to your week.
Staff in aviation can use the same method. Abu Dhabi Airports recorded more than 33 million passengers in 2025, and a role that supports airport supply or stores still maps to Internal Operations and Inventory.
Who is eligible for CSCP certification in Abu Dhabi?
ASCM accepts one of three routes: three years of related business experience, a bachelor's degree or international equivalent, or an active CPIM, CLTD, CTL, CFPIM, CIRM, SCOR P, C.P.M., CSM or CPSM. These are ASCM's rules and they can change, so confirm them with ASCM.
A graduate with under three years of work can use the degree route. A diploma holder with five years in a warehouse or buying office should ask ASCM whether those roles count as related business experience.
What does CSCP training cost in Abu Dhabi?
Blue Ocean Academy lists the Certified Supply Chain Professional course live online at AED 16,800. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs.
Read the course page before you compare quotes, and ask every provider what their fee covers.
Which supply chain course should you choose in Abu Dhabi?
Choose by your role, then compare it with who each course is written for.
- Certified Supply Chain Professional: for supply chain professionals, procurement and sourcing specialists, logistics and operations managers, and inventory and warehouse professionals. If your job is not on that list, ask an advisor which course fits.
- Certified in Planning and Inventory Management: for supply chain professionals seeking formal certification, inventory and demand planners, and operations and production managers responsible for planning and scheduling.
- Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution: for logistics and supply chain professionals, transportation and distribution managers, warehouse and inventory specialists, and freight and operations coordinators.
- Supply Chain Planning Certificate: for supply chain and logistics professionals, procurement and inventory management personnel, operations and production planning staff, and warehouse and distribution professionals, listed live online at AED 8,800.
- Certified International Supply Chain Professional: an IPSCMI certificate, not an ASCM one. The course page lists about 48 hours of study. Ask an advisor which format is available.
- Supply Chain Management Fundamentals: free and self paced, with about 47 hours of study listed, for early career professionals, graduates, business teams and supply chain professionals.
A short checklist
These steps take you from a question to an enrollment decision.
- Check which ASCM route you meet: experience, degree or a listed credential.
- Check the ASCM and Pearson VUE locator for the exam options open to you.
- Open the Certified Supply Chain Professional page and read the roles it suits, then ask an advisor what the exam costs.
- Send an enquiry to ask about the Abu Dhabi office or a class arranged locally.
Three ways to study from Abu Dhabi
- Online: self paced, or live online classes with an instructor.
- In a class arranged locally: ask an advisor about arranging a class in Abu Dhabi.
- At a Blue Ocean office: Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Riyadh.
| Office | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi | Office 1402, Al Dhaheri Building, Lulu Center, Al Danah Zone 1, Abu Dhabi, UAE | +971 2 886 4323 |
| Dubai | B2505, Latifa Towers, Sheikh Zayed Road, opposite the Museum of the Future, Dubai, UAE | +971 4 314 8500 |
| 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
Can I study for the CSCP at an office in Abu Dhabi?
Yes. Blue Ocean Academy teaches at its Abu Dhabi office, and the course is also live online. Ask an advisor about arranging a class locally for a team.
How much does the CSCP course cost in Abu Dhabi?
Blue Ocean Academy lists the Certified Supply Chain Professional course live online at AED 16,800. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs.
Who is the CSCP for?
The course suits supply chain professionals, procurement and sourcing specialists, logistics and operations managers, and inventory and warehouse professionals.
Does ASCM require a degree for the CSCP?
You need only one of three routes. ASCM accepts three years of related business experience, or a bachelor's degree or international equivalent, or an active listed credential. Confirm the current rules with ASCM.
What happens after I pass the CSCP?
You keep the credential with 75 maintenance points every 5 years, or by retaking the exam. Ask ASCM how points are earned.
