Why APICS certification?

Ten Good reasons why you should earn an APICS Certification

1. Increase your salary - on average, designees see a 25% increase
2. Improve your hiring potential by 65%
3. Increase your professional value and secure your future
4. Build credibility with employers and set yourself apart from peers
5. Demonstrated commitment to advancing your career
6. Maximize your organization's ERP investments
7. Effectively manage global end-to-end supply chain activities
8. Gain recognition in your field as s expert
9. Learn latest trends in global supply chain logistics
10. Favorably impact your organization's bottom line

APICS certification programs open the door to job opportunities and your career advancement. According to a recent APICS Salary Survey, respondents with APICS Certifications earned designees an average of 25% more than non-certified professionals.  More and more companies are demanding APICS certifications on applicant resumes. On Monster.com, more than 61 percent of manufacturing jobs request APICS certification!

Which Certification is right for you?

APICS Certification Exams & Materials available through the SFV Chapter:

We offer a variety of options for APICS members and non-members for purchase of APICS Certification exams and Learning Systems, priced below the ASCM.org list price.  Click HERE to check out these discounted pricing options

We also exclusively provide bundled options for materials, exams and optional tutoring for students who have opted to prepare for the exam through self-study or those who want to “brush up” before taking the APICS exam.  For more information on Tutoring, email our VP of Education at [email protected].

CPIM Certification

CPIM Transformed for Today’s Busy Professionals

The APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) is known as the premier certification for internal supply chain business operations. Since CPIM’s launch in 1973, more than 107,000 professionals have benefited from this globally recognized certification. 
 
Companies and employers know that CPIM designees have the proven knowledge and skills to strategically streamline operations.  Now, ASCM is streamlining the CPIM program to better serve the needs of the supply chain workforce - while maintaining the body of knowledge and integrity that has kept CPIM at the forefront of supply chain education.  View the webinar CPIM Transformed for Today's Busy Professional and FAQ's for details on the new CPIM Learning System and exams.

CPIM Transformation – The NEW CPIM Version 6.0

The new, streamlined CPIM program launches in September 2017. Features and benefits of the new CPIM Version 6.0 include:

• Only 2 exams - CPIM Part 1 and CPIM Part 2 – required to earn the CPIM credential.
• Already taken CPIM BSCM? - The current CPIM BSCM exam counts toward the new, streamlined CPIM Part 1.  
• Streamlined certification experience gets you certified faster.
• Updated format delivers the same CPIM knowledge and skills in a focused program to meet the training needs of today’s busy supply chain professionals.
• New CPIM Learning System, a proven APICS certification preparation method that combines reading materials with online practice tests and tools. 

• Ability to purchase the entire CPIM bundle, including the complete CPIM Learning System, CPIM Part 1 exam and CPIM Part 2 exam.

View the CPIM Version 6.0 Launch Timeline

Instructor-led P&IM / CPIM Courses:

For those interested in obtaining APICS Certification training, the San Fernando Valley chapter of ASCM offers CPIM (instructor led) classes at the Professional Development Center (PDC) of Glendale Community College in Montrose and College of the Canyon in Santa Clarita. Check our calendar to see the current and upcoming classes offered.

Quick links for Instructor-led CPIM courses:

• PDC Glendale Community College Class schedule and registration: Click here

• College of the Canyon Class schedule and registration: Click here

In-House Classes:

The San Fernando Valley chapter offers a complete series of instructor led, in-house classes taught on-site at your company using certified APICS course materials. Please email our VPs of Education, Certification Programs at [email protected] for more information on this program.

While it is not required that you be an ASCM member to take CPIM exams, it is highly recommended that you join the Chapter in order to purchase the needed study materials at a sizable discount. See our membership page, or email [email protected].

CPIM 8.0 (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management)

Course Description 

The APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) provides a comprehensive body of knowledge, best practices and standards to allow candidates to better respond to supply disruptions, respond to demand variations and manage supply chain risk.

Note: CPIM 8.0 streamlines the learning and exam steps to earn CPIM certification. With CPIM 8.0, there is only one class and one exam needed to pass. The one exam will include all the topics and terms for the current CPIM Part 1 and CPIM Part 2 exams. 

Although the scope of the CPIM program remains the same, the depth of the knowledge is aligned more closely with the previous Part 2 exam content outline.

Overview

Earning the APICS CPIM demonstrates mastery of an organization’s internal operations and an in-depth understanding of materials management, master scheduling, forecasting, production planning and how it applies across the extended supply chain.

In addition to the guidance that you will receive in the classroom, you will also receive the APICS CPIM Learning System. The Learning System provides access to both printed and digital materials. The online platform also includes learning activities, a personalized study experience, microlearning, and convenient access to reading materials.

Audience

This course would be of interest to a Supply Chain professional wanting to enhance career opportunities up to Management level and beyond.

Professional development is highly valued by employers. Employees with just one  certification, certificate or credential earn 17% more than those without. APICS  certification is particularly in demand, as people with at least one APICS certification  earn 25% more than those without.

Additionally, more than just a supply chain degree is needed to increase one’s value in  the field. Professionals with a BA in supply chain and an APICS certification earn 18%  more than those with a supply chain BA alone.

• 2022 ASCM Supply Chain Salary and Career Report

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for this course, but experience in Supply Chain, such as Operations, Inventory, Planning, or Procurement would be beneficial

Topics and Course Content

• Supply Chains and Strategy
• Sales and Operations Planning
• Demand
• Supply
• Detailed Schedules
• Inventory
• Distribution
• Quality, Technology and Continuous Improvement

Learning Goals and Results

• Increase inventory accuracy and reduce inventory
• Improve forecasting
• Improve the S&OP process
• Manage and apply capacity resource planning
• Work more productively with your company’s ERP system

Benefits of an Instructor-Led Course

• Learn from an experienced instructor who provides expertise, insights, and one-on-one guidance
• Network, share experiences, and discuss topics with a diverse group of professionals
• Stay on track to earn your certification with a structured learning experience

Time Investment

This class is 64 hours of classroom time taken in 4-hour sessions over the course of 16 consecutive weeks.

Supply Chain Procurement Certificate – Fundamentals of Purchasing and Procurement

Course Description 

A Certificate course covering procurement at all levels of the organization.

Overview

The Supply Chain Procurement Certificate program is a foundational education program designed to help both entry-level and experienced supply chain professionals expand their procurement knowledge and skills.  The program provides an overview of procurement fundamentals, sourcing strategies, supplier relationship management, negotiations, evaluation metrics, and more.

Audience

This course will be of interest to anyone in your organization who is in any way involved with the procurement function, directly or indirectly. This includes purchasing, quality engineering, materials management, marketing and finance employees who wish to further their formal knowledge in procurement and obtain a signed certificate and digital badge from the Association of Supply Chain Management (ASCM).  It is also intended for anyone who is considering a new career in procurement or someone who has experience in the field and is looking to expand their career options and stand out in a competitive job market.

It may also be of interest to anyone who wishes take the first step in furthering their Supply Chain Management knowledge and professional development by attaining an ACSM CPIM, CSCP and/or CLTD certification. ASCM certifications are generally recognized as the gold standard in Supply Chain Management education. 

Professional development is highly valued by employers. Employees with just one certification, certificate or credential earn 17% more than those without. [2022 ASCM Supply Chain Salary and Career Report]

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites to this course, but some experience with purchasing or procurement at any level in the organization will be beneficial.

Topics and Course Content

• Fundamentals of Purchasing and Procurement
• Sourcing Strategies
• Purchase Order Management and Performance Measurement
• Contract Management and Negotiations
• Sustainability and Ethical Sourcing
• Procurement Evaluation Metrics and Intelligent Supply Chains

Learning Goals and Results

After completing the program, the participant will have the knowledge to:

• Develop a strategic sourcing strategy
• Establish effective procurement policies
• Effectively score supplier capabilities and select optimal suppliers
• Engage in more effective contract management negotiations
• Trace the purchase order flow from requirements identification to purchase order close-out
• Review supplier and internal procurement organization performance using data and metrics
• Engage in sustainable and ethical sourcing

Time Investment

This class is 21 hours of classroom time taken in 3-hour sessions over the course of 7 consecutive weeks.