About CPIM	Course Levels Basics of Supply Chain Management (Basics) Execution & Control of Operations(ECO) Master Planning of Resources (MPR)   Detailed Scheduling and Planning (DSP)   Strategic Management of Resources (SMR)              CPIM Course Scehdule
The Internationally Recognized Standard for Excellence CPIM provides a common basis for individuals and organizations to evaluate their knowledge of the evolving field of production and inventory management. The program has helped individuals and their organizations become more productive and competitive because it is designed to test candidates’ in-depth knowledge of a variety of subjects specific to production and inventory management. Introduced in 1973 and reconfigured in 2000, CPIM continues to live up to its mission of educating individuals in the concepts, tools, terminology, and integration of topics across operations functions. CPIM has helped more than 66,000 professionals learn to predict outcomes more accurately and take actions that achieve results gain peer and industry recognition contribute to their organizations' success through increased efficiency across the processes of the supply chain. Details on each of the 5 modules is presented bellow:
Basics of Supply Chain Management (Basics)
Explore the basic concepts of managing the flow of materials in a supply chain. In the Basics you get a complete overview of material flow, from internal and external suppliers, to and from your organization. Concepts: Elements of the Supply Chain Just-in-Time (JIT) Total Quality Management (TQM) Manufacturing Resources Planning (MRP II) Demand Planning Capacity Management Return to the top of the Page
Execution & Control of Operations (ECO)
Focus on the areas of prioritizing and sequencing work, executing work plans and implementing controls, reporting activity results, and providing feedback on performance. The course explains techniques for scheduling and controlling production processes, the execution of quality initiatives and continuous improvement plans, and the control and handling of inventories. Concepts: Prioritizing and Sequencing Work Executing Plans and Implementing Controls Authorizing and Reporting Activities for Push and Pull Systems Evaluating Performance and Providing Feedback Return to the top of the Page
Master Planning of Resources (MPR)
Explore processes used to develop sales and operations plans and learn to identify and assess internal and external demand and forecasting requirements. The course focuses on the importance of producing achievable master schedules that are consistent with business policies, objectives, and resource constraints. Concepts: Demand Management Sales and Operations Planning Master Scheduling Measuring the Business Plan. Return to the top of the Page
Detailed Scheduling and Planning (DSP)
Focus on the various techniques for material and capacity scheduling. The course includes detailed descriptions of material requirements planning (MRP), capacity requirements planning (CRP), inventory management practices, and procurement and supplier planning. Concepts: Recognizing Techniques and Practices of Inventory Management Mechanics of the Detailed Material Planning Process Planning Operations to Support the Priority Plan Planning Procurement and External Sources of Supply. Return to the top of the Page
Strategic Management of Resources (SMR)
Explore the relationship of existing and emerging processes and technologies to manufacturing strategy and supply chain-related functions. The course addresses three main topics: aligning resources with the strategic plan, configuring and integrating operating processes to support the strategic plan, and implementing change. Concepts: Competitive Market Issues Choices Affecting Facilities, Supply Chain, Information Technology, and Organizational Design Configuring and Integrating Internal Processes Evaluating and Managing Projects. Return to the top of the Page
For more information, contact Ed White, CPIM, Director of Education for APICS Hamilton Chapter. Information on APICS activities can be obtained by contacting APICS Hamilton Chapter at (905) 689-9117 (voice) or (905) 689-3374 (fax), or by writing to APICS Hamilton Chapter, 2025 Guelph Line, Suite 230, Burlington, Ont. L7P 4X4. Email can be sent to education@apicshamilton.org
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