1. APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)

2. Agenda About APICS APICS Membership APICS Certifications
APICS CPIM Program
APICS CPIM Preparation Options
Benefits to Employees and Organizations
Question and Answer

3. About APICS
APICS is the association for supply chain management and the leading provider of research, education and certification programs that elevate supply chain excellence, innovation and resilience. The APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM); APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP); APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD); and APICS Supply Chain Operations Reference-Professional (SCOR-P) designations set the industry standard. With more than 45,000 members and approximately 300 channel partners, APICS is transforming the way people do business, drive growth and reach global customers. 

4. Leading the Industry
APICS and APICS Supply Chain Council are the leading professional associations for supply chain and operations management and the premier provider of research, education and certification programs that elevate supply chain excellence, innovation and resilience.
APICS Products and Services
Membership
Research and Publications
Education
Certification

5. APICS is People
Over 107,000 Certified in Production and Inventory Management
Over 21,456 Certified Supply Chain Professionals
In over 100 countries
Supported by 506 partner organizations
And over 2,000 volunteer subject matter experts

6. APICS At-a-Glance Membership Channel Partners About APICS
100+ countries
Channel Partners
190 North American Chapters
1 North American Commercial Partner
214 active APICS Student Chapters
101 International Channel Partners
47 countries, 5 continents
About APICS
Professional association
2,000+ active volunteers
100+ staff
Headquartered in Chicago
Founded in 1957

7. APICS Membership Options
What type of membership is best for you?
APICS PLUS – Includes access to industry tools and resources, discounts for courseware, exams and certification maintenance
APICS CORE – Includes access to industry tools and resources necessary to expand your supply chain knowledge and grow your professional network
Professional membership: Ideal for supply chain management professionals who live in North America
International Professionals: Ideal for supply chain management professionals who live outside North America
Joint International: Ideal for professionals who live outside of North America and have an affiliation with an international channel partner
Student: Individual membership offered to students currently enrolled full time in a degree-seeking program in operations management or a related field at an accredited college or university

8. Member Benefit Highlights
Members-only savings on APICS courses, certification exams, conferences, and more
APICS Dictionary
Research reports
APICS online education and events
Global connections
APICS publications, e-newsletters, and more
Career resources
Channel partner and social networking opportunities

9. Add your Title here
Include the member benefits you see as most relevant to you and your company here.

10. APICS Publications Member Benefits APICS magazine APICS Extra
APICS Supply Chain Management Now
APICS e-News

11. APICS Career Resources
Operations and Supply Management Career Paths and Patterns
apics.org/research
Career Center White Papers and Webinars
apicscareercenter.org
Operations Management Employment Outlook
apics.org/research
Access white papers or register for webinars at apicscareercenter.org

12. Education—What Do We Provide?
Best-in-class supply chain and operations management education and training that is tailored to career stage and spans the full spectrum of the supply chain. APICS offers education options for individuals and corporate learning environments.
What we teach:
Modular foundational certificate programs (Principles, Risk and S&OP programs)
Certification preparation courses (CLTD, CSCP, and CPIM Learning Systems)
Industry conferences, topic-focused seminars and online events
SCOR Professional training
Instructor training

13. Education, cont’d Benefits for individuals:
Expands knowledge and technical skills; sharpens problem-solving skills
Prepares for certification exams
Gains exposure to latest thinking, best practices and practical knowledge
Benefits for corporations:
Expands knowledge, improves technical skills and sharpens problem-solving skills of workforce
Exposes teams to latest thinking, best practices and practical knowledge to apply at work
Demonstrates a commitment to education and training
Drives bottom-line efficiencies by training employees how to reduce cost, collapse time frames, conserve resources and reduce supply chain risk

14. Certification and Designation Programs—What are they?
APICS certifications and designations are recognized around the world. APICS also offers courses for exam preparation.
Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD)
Certified Fellow in Production and Inventory Management (CFPIM)
SCOR Professional (SCOR-P)
Benefits:
Validate mastery of supply chain and operations and logistics management concepts
Demonstrate a commitment to learning, education and advancement
(Individuals) Improve earning potential and career possibilities (earn 16% more on average than peers)
(Corporations) Identify skilled employees trained in practices that improve the bottom line

15. APICS Global Presence

16. Partial APICS Client List3M
Abbott
Addax
Apple
BASF
Boeing
Boston Scientific
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Cisco Systems
Coca-Cola
Dow
DuPont
General Electric
General Motors
GlaxoSmithKline HP
IBM
Intel
Johnson & Johnson LG
Mercedes
Merck
Microsoft
Nestle
Novartis
Oracle
P&G
PepsiCo
Pfizer
Saudi Aramco
Tyco
Unilever
Wipro

17. CPIM Program

18. About the APICS CPIM Program
Since 1973, 107,000 professionals worldwide have earned the APICS CPIM designation
The APICS CPIM program takes an in-depth look at the production and inventory activities within the internal operations of a company and provides an in-depth view of competencies, including:
Materials management
Master scheduling
Production planning
Forecasting
Quality improvement
The APICS CPIM program is divided into five process-oriented topic areas:
Basics of Supply Chain Management
Strategic Management of Resources
Master Planning of Resources
Detailed Scheduling and Planning
Execution and Control of Operations

19. Who Should Earn the APICS CPIM Designation
Professionals interested in expanding knowledge of production and inventory management concepts can benefit from the APICS CPIM program.
APICS CPIM education is appropriate for individuals working in:
Production and inventory management
Operations
Supply chain management
Procurement
Materials management
Purchasing
Finance and cost accounting
Manufacturing information systems

20. CPIM Program Benefits APICS CPIM provides
Increased efficiency across organizational operations
Understanding of production and inventory activities within the internal operations of a company
In-depth view of materials management, master scheduling, production planning, forecasting, and quality improvement within the confines of the operation

21. CPIM Transformed for Today’s Busy Professional
Gabby:
Cathy, can you give us a brief overview of the updated CPIM program.

22. CPIM Transformed to Today’s Busy Professionals
Get certified faster. Prepare for, and pass, only 2 exams – CPIM Part 1 and CPIM Part 2 – to earn the CPIM credential.
The streamlined CPIM Version 6.0 format delivers the same CPIM knowledge and skills as Version 5.0 in a focused program to meet the training needs of today’s busy supply chain professionals.
Streamlined and focused study materials condenses the time and effort it takes to prepare for the CPIM exam.
The new CPIM Learning System is a proven APICS certification preparation method that combines reading materials with online practice tests and tools.
Cathy:
As you all know, the work place and work-life balance are very different today than they were when the CPIM exams were first released in the mid-70’s. Over the decades, the number of CPIM exams have gone from 4 to 5 to 6, but you only had to pass 5. At one point, there were 7 exams.
In order to make the program more focused, we reduced the number of exams required from five to two, significantly reducing the amount of time it takes to earn the CPIM.
The new exams will be called Part 1 & Part 2, and will cover the same body of knowledge that the current CPIM covers, but in a more streamlined and focused way. There will be new Learning Systems with extensive online quizzes, flashcards, videos and a practice exam. The Learning Systems can be used in either a classroom or as self-study.

23. What is the transformed APICS CPIM program?
The CPIM program is for all levels of supply chain professionals.
Universally recognized entry-level supply chain training.
Foundation for earning the CPIM.
Comprehensive supply chain training for internal operations.
Earn CPIM designation by passing both CPIM Part 1 and CPIM Part 2 exams.
CPIM Part 1
CPIM Part 2
Module 1: Basics of Supply Chain Management
Module 1: Strategic Management of Resources
Module 2: Master Planning of Resources
Module 3: Detailed Scheduling and Planning
Module 4: Execution and Control of Operations
Cathy:
Many of you may be wondering what is covered in the new Learning Systems, and how you can earn your CPIM designation.
CPIM Part 1 is for all supply chain professionals – there are no work or education experience requirements to get started. Part 1 consists of Module 1: Basics of Supply Chain Management (BSCM)
CPIM Part 2 is comprehensive internal operations training for more experience professionals. Part 2 consists of the 4 modules listed:
 Module 1: Strategic Management of Resources
 Module 2: Master Planning of Resources
 Module 3: Detailed Scheduling and Planning
 Module 4: Execution and Control of Operations
In order to earn your CPIM designation, you must pass both CPIM Part 1 and CPIM Part 2 exams.

24. An In-Depth Look at the APICS CPIM Modules
Basics of Supply Chain Management - The basic concepts in managing the complete flow of materials in a supply chain from suppliers to customers are covered in the Basics module. Supply chain concepts are introduced and basic terminology emphasized, as are relationships among activities in the supply chain. Knowledge of the material in this module is assumed as a prerequisite for the other APICS CPIM modules, which cover similar topics but in a much greater depth.
Strategic Management of Resources - This module covers strategic planning and implementation and describes how market requirements dive the resources and processes of an organization. It helps you explore the relationship of existing and emerging processes and technologies to manufacturing strategy and supply chain-related functions.
Master Planning of Resources - The topics of demand management, sales and operations planning, and master scheduling are examined in-depth in this module. Both supply and demand planning for mid- to long-term independent demand are discussed. Priority planning and capacity planning issues are also addressed.
Detailed Scheduling and Planning - The subject matter of this module includes inventory management, material requirements planning, capacity requirements planning, procurement, and supplier relationships.
Execution and Control of Operations - The principles, approaches, and techniques needed to schedule, control, measure, and evaluate the effectiveness of production operations are covered in this module. A broad range of production operations are reviewed including project, batch, line, continuous, and remanufacturing environments.

25. The APICS CPIM Learning System
Reading Modules (print and digital)
Over 1500 pages of content
Web-based study tools
Access educational activities to support reading module content with over 2000 practice questions.
Pretest and Posttest
SmartStudy plan and Reporting track progress
Section quizzes, Case Study, Glossary and Flashcards
Practice exams - emulate the weighting and timing of the computer-based exam format
Resource Center includes a complimentary download of APICS CPIM ECM
Mobile access to reading modules, study tools and resources
Online access for one year
CPIM Part 1
CPIM Part 2
Module 1: Basics of Supply Chain Management
Module 1: Strategic Management of Resources
Module 2: Master Planning of Resources
Module 3: Detailed Scheduling and Planning
Module 4: Execution and Control of Operations
Meghan:
I can! Thanks Cathy—
The recommended preparation for the CPIM certification is using the APICS CPIM Learning System.
The CPIM Learning System contains both printed books and web-based study tools. The printed books are also available in e-reader format and PDF download.
The web-based study tools are a collection of educational activities that support the reading material. There are both a pretest and a posttest, section quizzes, flashcards, online activities and case studies, videos and many other helpful tools including practice tests. The full online kit includes than 2000 questions for the entire CPIM program.

26. Additional CPIM Study Resources
APICS CPIM Exam
Content Manual (ECM)
APICS Exam Handbook
Exam Procedures
APICS Dictionary
14th edition
Gabby:
Sure,
As Meghan mentioned, the APICS CPIM Exam Content Manual is the most important resource that talks to the structure of the exam. The ECM outlines the CPIM tested body of knowledge and is included in the courseware. It also contains a bibliography of the additional reading materials used to create the exam questions. You can also purchase the CPIM ECM stand-alone copy in Shop APICS.
Another fantastic resource is the APICS Dictionary & Learn it App which are also the essential supply chain references & free to members. The app contains more than 4,500 terms from the Dictionary and Includes flashcards and a word of the day.
There are also test taking tips and an instructional video for test taking best practices available on the APICS website.
Finally, if you need additional information regarding the testing process and test centers, please review the APICS Exam Handbook. Although you should review your handbook prior to taking your exam, we recommend reading the handbook during your studies as well.
APICS test-taking tips
Techniques for taking APICS exams video
Learn It App. Available free through the Apple App Store for iPhone and Google Play for Android
Learn It App

27. Benefits of APICS CPIM for Organizations
Create a common understanding, vocabulary, processes, and frameworks within their entity to address their supply chain challenges and opportunities
The proven knowledge and organizational skills to strategically streamline operations
The tools to effectively manage global supply chain activities where suppliers, plants, distributors and customers are located around the world
The ability to interact with existing resources and your ERP system to increase the efficiency of the workplace environment
Boost productivity, collaboration, and innovation
The skills to create consistency and foster collaboration through best practices, common terminology, and organizational communications

28. Upcoming APICS CPIM Courses and Pricing
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