2009 CBM Exam Content and Learning Objective Statements
 

The 2009 CBM CBKB is organized into 10 Learning Modules, 176 sub-modules/topics, and 949 Learning Objective Statements. The CBM candidate is required to demonstrate proficiency in all of the 10 Learning Modules according to the weights allocated to each module.

 

The 2009 CBM Exam consists of four parts:

Part 1 - The Core I Exam consisting of 150 multiple-choice questions

Part 2 - The Core II Exam consisting of 150 multiple-choice questions

Part 3 - The Integrated Exam consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions

Part 4 - The Capstone Exam consisting of a written analysis of a Harvard Business School case

 

The focus of the CBM Exam is on both hard skills (Parts 1, 2, and 3) and soft skills (Part 4). Examples of hard skills include analytical, technical/technological, mathematical/quantitative, problem solving, decision-making, deductive/inductive reasoning, and functional skills. Examples of soft skills include written/oral communication, interpersonal, qualitative (content and context analysis), implementation, listening, leadership, and teamwork skills.

 

 

 

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Please note that The Core I Exam was previously called The Core Exam and that the Core II Exam was previously called the Functional Exam.