Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
What is CSCP?
The APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) provides a comprehensive body of knowledge, best practices and standards for those in supply chain.
APICS CSCP designees gain the skills to effectively manage global supply chain activities that involve suppliers, plants, distributors and customers located around the world. CSCP serves the needs of both professionals and employers by keeping you and your organization more competitive in today’s economy.
Why should I earn the CSCP?
This credential empowers professionals with a comprehensive understanding of operations, global supply chain networks, customer and supplier relationships and supply chain risk and resilience.
CSCP-certified individuals have the strategic and tactical expertise essential for supply chain excellence and add value across the entire supply chain.
Earning the APICS CSCP makes you a recognized expert in the supply chain field. This professional distinction sets you apart from your colleagues, proving your high level of knowledge and skills.
After earning your CSCP you will be able to:
- Help your company reach its ideal supply chain state
- Use data to link production, distribution, purchasing and service
- Reduce waste in supply chains
- Identify and classify supply chain risk and develop risk response plans
- Improve communications throughout the supply chain
CSCP Module Content
The CSCP Learning System is divided into eight modules. You will learn the latest best practices to elevate your job performance and help you take advantage of common technologies. The knowledge you gain through these materials will help you drive improvement in your organization, maximize the efficiency of planning and operations and improve the bottom line.
Book 1
Module 1: Supply Chains, Demand Management, and Forecasting
Module 2: Global Supply Chain Networks
Module 3: Sourcing Products and Services
Module 4: Internal Operations and Inventory
Book 2
Module 5: Forward and Reverse Logistics
Module 6: Supply Chain Relationships
Module 7: Supply Chain Risk
Module 8: Optimization, Sustainability, and Technology 33% Increase
How will I Study
The CSCP Learning System is a comprehensive program that combine print and online reading materials, online practice tests and interactive study tools to ensure you’re prepared for the exams. There are flexible study options that fit your schedule and learning style: self-study, instructor-led, instructor-supported or corporate/group learning. Each option is based around the CSCP Learning System.
The CSCP Learning System incorporates three components to help you apply the concepts and test your understanding and retention of the information.
1. ASSESS
- Complete the pretest to determine your current knowledge and identify areas for improvement.
- Based on your pretest scores, the online learning system will recommend the most efficient study plan.
2. STUDY
- Utilize convenient study options: read printed books or access online study materials via any mobile device, tablet or computer - 24/7.
- Benefit from microlearning features in the online learning system; focus on smaller content segments for a more efficient use of available time.
- Take the chapter quizzes to test knowledge retention and receive immediate feedback, answer rationales and references to the relevant sections in the reading materials.
- Complete the Learning activities, including new in-depth videos, and real-life case studies to help reinforce concepts presented.
- Study flashcards to reinforce your memory of key terms, concepts and definitions.
3. PRACTICE
- Take the practice exam which was designed to help users gain experience with the format of the computer-based exams.
- Access additional information about the certification exam, study tools, and test-taking tips.
- Access the “My Progress” section to track your quiz scores and learning gain.
How do I Test?
The CSCP exam consists of 150 questions answered in 3.5 hours. Receive your results immediately after completing the exam. With a passing score, you can start using your new CSCP credential immediately!
FOR INFORMATION, CONTACT:
VP of Education at [email protected] or the Chapter President at [email protected]
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