CPIM which stands for Certified in Production and Inventory Management is a training course managed by APICS (Advancing Productivity, Innovation, and Competitive Success) that teaches you the techniques needed to recognize, evaluate, as well as strengthen production and inventory activities inside a business’ supply chain. Since 1973 about 95,000 people have completed the CPIM test.

APICS The Association for Operations Management is a global leader as well as a highly regarded information source in supply chain and operations management, as well as inventory, manufacturing, materials, procurement, and logistics management. APICS, has approximately 50,000 individual and 20,000 corporate members. The organization was founded in 1957 to expand the information base open to industrial managers. It is international in scope, offering memberships to individuals and businesses, including academic groups, around the world. APICS is most widely known because of its two globally recognized certifications CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) and CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional).

The CPIM program is available to all individuals in manufacturing fields. There’s no academic requirement for involvement. Candidates must pass five modules that cover all aspects of production and inventory management. It is up to the student to identify the technique to study for each module. I suggest students prepare for the exams by using the Production Planning Pro CPIM Learning Kit. It is a great CPIM study guide filled with practice questions to help students determine if they are ready for the actual test. Certification is issued upon completion of all five modules. Consult the APICS web site for changes on prices and testing locations and schedules.

CPIM Modules – The five modules comprise of:

1. Basics of Supply Chain Management – The primary methods in managing the complete flow of materials in the supply chain from suppliers to customers are covered

2. Master Planning of Resources – This module discusses the understanding of both supply and demand planning and pinpoints problems which often require action

3. Detailed Scheduling and Planning – Acquire a working knowledge of the tools and techniques for planning of inventory

4. Execution and Control of Operations – Understand how to transform plans into operational actions as well as determine and utilize techniques within the operations field

5. Strategic Management of Resources – Understand higher-level thinking of strategic planning and implementation of supply chain procedures.

Having a CPIM Certification is really a good way to improve your career so start your certification today!

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