Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM)
Transformed CPIM 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 130,000 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. APICS has streamlined 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.
The NEW CPIM Version 9.0
The streamlined CPIM program is available. Features and benefits of the new CPIM Version 9.0 include:
- Only 1 exam required to earn the CPIM credential.
- Streamlined certification experience gets you certified faster.
- The updated format delivers the 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.
What is CPIM?
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.
The pandemic caused a major shift in consumer demand and put a spotlight on supply chain vulnerabilities. This makes planning more important than ever, and the CPIM program gives you the tools and skills to address these challenges. 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.
After earning the CPIM you will be able to:
- 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
CPIM Module Content
The CPIM Learning System content is divided into nine modules. The concepts and best practices you learn will help you elevate your job performance, drive improvement in the efficiency of planning and operations and make a positive impact on your organization’s overall bottom line.
Book 1
Module 1: Supply Chains and Strategy
Module 2: Sales and Operations Planning
Module 3: Demand
Book 2
Module 4: Internal Supply
Module 5: External Supply and Key Support Functions
Module 6: Inventory
Book 3
Module 7: Detailed Schedules
Module 8: Distribution
Module 9: Quality, Business Investments and Continuous Improvement
How will I Study
The CPIM 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 CPIM Learning System.
The CPIM 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 CPIM 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 CPIM credential immediately!
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