Certified Implementation Specialist - Application Portfolio Management
CIS-APM
A specialist-level exam on the APM Implementation Specialist track, covering APM Fundamentals, Application Discovery, Portfolio Management, and more, rated Medium in difficulty, recommended for candidates with at least 12 months of hands-on experience, consisting of 24 questions in 90 minutes. Prepare with professionally curated practice questions and walk into exam day with confidence.
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Exam Details
- Time Limit
- 90 min
- Passing Score
- 70%%
- Exam Questions
- 24
- Exam Fee
- $300
- Format
- Multiple Choice
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Exp. Needed
- 12 months
- Cert Valid
- 2 yr
- Languages
- English
What the CIS-APM Exam Covers
5 official domains
APM Fundamentals 20%
Application Discovery 25%
Portfolio Management 20%
Governance 20%
Reporting 15%
Who Should Take This
CIS-APM target roles
Certification Path
specialist · APM Implementation Specialist
| Prerequisites | CSA |
|---|---|
| Current Exam | CIS-APM |
CIS-APM exam guide
How hard is the CIS-APM exam?
The CIS-APM is rated medium in difficulty, most candidates prepare with at least 12 months of hands-on experience. Difficulty varies with your existing hands-on practice, so use the sample questions on this page to gauge where you stand before booking the real test.
How long should you study for the CIS-APM?
A practical plan for this difficulty level is 8–12 weeks of focused study at one to two hours a day. Split the time across the official domains below, finish each domain with practice questions, and reserve the final two weeks for full-length timed practice and review of missed questions.
What is the CIS-APM exam format?
Expect around 24 questions, 90 minutes to complete, formats include multiple choice, the current blueprint is version current, the official exam fee is $300 USD. It is offered in English. Check your local testing provider for delivery options and any regional pricing differences.
Who should take the CIS-APM exam?
This is a specialist-level certification, the prerequisite is csa, typical target roles include apm specialist, itam specialist. If the role you are aiming for appears on that list, the credential is a direct investment in your next job move rather than a general-purpose certificate.
What comes after the CIS-APM?
Candidates who pass usually continue with None, this exam sits on the APM Implementation Specialist track. Map the whole path before you start studying so each certificate builds on the previous one instead of repeating the same ground.
How do you renew the CIS-APM certification?
The certification remains valid for 2 years, renewal is possible via pass current or higher-level exam. Plan the renewal before the expiry date so the credential never lapses on your CV or job application.