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CLEP Principles of Management (3 College Credits)

Covers classical and contemporary management functions (planning, organizing, leading, controlling), motivation and leadership theories, HR talent systems, operations quality, and global business ethics.

Official College Board CLEP Content Domains & Weights

Domain 120% of Exam

Organization & Human Resources Management

Organizational Structure & CultureRecruiting, Selection, Performance & CompensationChange Management & Diversity
Domain 215% of Exam

Operational & Quantitative Aspects of Management

Operations, Quality Control (TQM/Six Sigma) & Supply ChainDecision-Making Models & Strategic Control
Domain 350% of Exam

Functional Aspects: Planning, Organizing & Leading

Strategic Planning & SWOT/GoalsMaslow, Herzberg, Expectancy & Equity MotivationSituational & Transformational Leadership, Teams & Communication
Domain 415% of Exam

International Management, Governance & Ethics

Corporate Social Responsibility & Business EthicsGlobal Expansion & Cross-Cultural Strategy

Official Exam Specifications

Official Exam Length100 Questions / 90 Mins
ACE Passing Scaled Score50 (Scale 20–80)
Open-Sit Registration Fee$93 ($0 DANTES Military)
Accepting Institutions2,900+ Accredited Colleges
Licensure Career Bridge

Mastering CLEP Principles of Management builds direct foundational fluency for SHRM-CP, PHR & CIA Organizational Leadership while earning 3 college credits toward the 150-hour CPA bridge.