Designation Reciprocity

PMAC has signed agreements with the Institute for Supply Management™ (ISM) in the U.S. and the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) in the U.K. to provide reciprocity between each organization’s globally recognized designation.

Designations covered by the agreements are:

SCMP – Supply Chain Management Professional (PMAC)
CPSM® – Certified Professional in Supply Management® (ISM)
MCIPS – Member Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS)

Supply chain professionals holding one designation are eligible to receive the reciprocal designations, provided they meet specific criteria. Obtaining another respected designation will increase your global marketability. Whether working abroad or collaborating with supply chain partners in other countries, possessing a reciprocal designation will enhance the recognition of your skill-set internationally.

How do I apply for MCIPS?

In order to apply for the MCIPS designation, which includes CIPS membership, SCMPs in good standing are required to submit the following documents to CIPS:

A completed membership application form and relevant fee;
A covering letter stating your request;
A letter from your line manager confirming you have at least three years’ experience in a position of responsibility in the purchasing and supply profession;
A copy of your current CV outlining your roles and responsibilities; and
Evidence of holding the SCMP designation, typically in the form of a certificate. If providing a copy of your certificate is not practical, you can simply request that CIPS verify your SCMP status directly with PMAC.

Templates for the above two letters along with further details can be found on the following web page:
http://www.cips.org/en-gb/membership/grades/upgradetomcips/

All applications should be sent to the CIPS Customer Response Centre. Alternatively, they can be sent via e-mail to crc@cips.org

Customer Response Centre
PO Box 9156
Adamsway, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
NG18 9DS

How do I maintain my MCIPS?

To retain the MCIPS designation, SCMP-holders will need to continue to be members of CIPS and pay an annual membership fee.

Who should I contact with questions?

All inquiries regarding applying for the MCIPS designation should be directed to the CIPS Customer Service Team (primary contact Claire Purvis at x 540). Inquiries can be made via telephone at 01780 756777 or via e-mail to customer.services@cips.org

How do I apply for the CPSM®?

SCMPs in good standing must send a completed CPSM® application form along with fee to ISM. Please note that membership in ISM is not required to hold the CPSM®, but can be obtained separately. PMAC will be contacted to verify that you are an SCMP in good standing.

How do I maintain the CPSM®?

In order to maintain the CPSM®, SCMPs must recertify their CPSM® every three years by submitting a CPSM® recertification application form to ISM and complete the required number of Continuing Education Hours.