ASCM Certification Review Workshops
ASCM®, the Association for Supply Chain Management (previously APICS®), is the global leader and premier source of leading-edge knowledge in operations and supply chain management. The organization has developed this comprehensive educational program designed for operations and supply chain professionals. The CPIM designation is the global standard of expertise for operations professional. The northeastern PA campuses of Penn State are collaborating to offer these review workshops.
The program provides professionals with the skill set necessary to understand and manage the integration and coordination of activities within today’s increasingly intricate supply chains. This program is recommended for professionals involved in purchasing, planning, production, finance, marketing, sales, engineering, quality, and shipping/receiving.
Instructional Format
These classes are offered in collaboration with Penn State Commonwealth Campuses thru live video link, Zoom and online platforms. No on-campus component is included. Connection information will be provided to students closer to the course start date.
Cost
Part 1 - $1,450 must have ASCM Plus Membership
Part 2 - $1,850 must have ASCM Plus Membership
Program dates and fee are subject to change.
Fees include: APICS-CPIM Learning System Workbook, Student Slide book and access to online study.
*Students are responsible for scheduling exams.
Course Offerings
APICS® CPIM® Part 1
Certified Production and Inventory Management
32 Hours of Instruction
Basics of Supply Chain Management
This module covers basic concepts in managing the complete flow of materials that represents a supply chain from suppliers to customers. Supply chain concepts, basic terminology and relationships among activities in the supply chain are introduced. This course is the prerequisite for APICS® CPIM® Part 2. To receive your APICS® CPIM® certification you will need to take the two-part certification prep program which includes 72 hours of instruction plus access to APICS® online and Penn State online learning materials, practice tests and exam review. Please note that student is responsible for scheduling CPIM® Part 1 exam.
Dates: September 29 - November 19, 2022
Times: Thursdays 6:00 - 8:00 pm & Saturdays 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Delivery: Instructor-led videoconferencing via Zoom Classroom
Registration Deadline: September 21, 2022
Fee: $1,450.00
Fee includes: APICS® CPIM® Learning System Workbook, Student Slide book and access to online study.
APICS® CPIM® Part 2
Certified Production and Inventory Management
40 Hours of Instruction
This module contains information on the following topics: Strategic Management of Resources, Master Planning of Resources, Detailed Scheduling and Planning, and Execution and Control of Operations. Topics covered will help students prepare to take the CPIM® Part 2 exam. These topics, in conjunction with Part 1, comprise the APICS® CPIM® Test Prep Program. Please note student is responsible for scheduling CPIM® Part 1 and Part 2 exams.
Dates: January 19 - March 25, 2023
Days & Times: Thursdays 6:00-8:00 pm & Saturdays 8:00-10:00 am
Fee: $1,850.00
Registration Deadline: January 11, 2023
Fee includes: APICS® CPIM® Learning System Workbook, Student Slide book and access to online study.
Pre-requisite: OPMGT 5090C - Part 1
APICS® CLTD® (Certified Logistics Transportation and Distribution)
39 Hours of Instruction
Meet today’s demands in the transportation and distribution field of supply chain management. This program is designed for traffic managers, logistics managers, warehouse operations and district managers and reverse logistic managers.
Dates: Coming Soon
Fee: $1,625.00
Fee includes: APICS® CLTD® Learning System Workbook, Student Slide book and access to online study. Please note student is responsible for scheduling the CLTD® examination.
Interested in this course? Please contact Erica Kunkel at 610-396-6221