The Certified Product Cost Expert (CPCE®) certification is the premier professional designation for individuals dedicated to advancing cost transparency, efficiency, and profitability within their organizations. Developed by industry leaders, the CPCE® program equips professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to master cost modeling, cost-to-serve analysis, and decision-based costing strategies.

This certification is ideal for cost engineers, analysts, and operational finance professionals who play a critical role in managing product and operational costs. Earning the CPCE® not only validates your technical expertise—it also signals a commitment to best-in-class practices and elevates your role as a strategic business partner within cross-functional teams. Whether you're seeking to grow in your current position or broaden your impact, the CPCE® designation is a powerful step forward in your cost engineering career.

Certification Fees & Registration

SPCEA Members: $450.00 USD | Non-Members: $500.00 USD

Certification Registration Form

Complete the registration form to gain access to certification course content.  During registration, you’ll be prompted to create an SPCEA Portal account if you don’t already have one.

If you’ve already purchased this course, log in to your SPCEA Portal account to access the lessons. You can view all of your enrolled courses from your My Courses page.  If it does not show immediately under your My Courses page, click on the first video.  After which, it will show under your My Courses page.

Getting Started

From the Table of Contents below, click into each section to view a lesson or complete a quiz. Work through the course at your own pace and revisit sections as needed. NOTE: You must be logged in to access course content.