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Certified Supply Chain Professional

American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), USA


American Production & Inventory
Control Society (APICS), USA
STREAMLINE
SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS
BETTER TO SUPPORT YOUR
ORGANIZATION’S EFFICACY

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 & 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.

APICS CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) certification is imperative when it comes to the
skills for effectively managing global supply chain activities that involve suppliers, plants, distributors,
and customers located all around the globe.

APICS Certified Supply Chain Professionals (CSCP) have sound knowledge of:

• Supply Chain Design


• Supplier Management
• 3PL, 4PL
• Transportations
• Customs
• Distribution Channels
• Customer Management

Blue Ocean Academy is an esteemed institute in the GCC offering the globally
recognised APICS CSCP certification. APICS CSCP certified professionals are
now successfully working in various sectors like Manufacturing, Distribution,
Education, Government, Defence, Healthcare, Services and many more.

American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), USA


The APICS CSCP certification at Blue Ocean Academy is accredited to the American Production and
Inventory Control Society (APICS), USA, which is the global leader in supply chain organizational
transformation, innovation and leadership. Companies around the world in many cases, require APICS
certified individuals when recruiting and making hiring decisions.
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Whether your goal is to find a better job opportunity in your field or switch industry, APICS CSCP
certification can do wonders. 95% of our students have accepted great job offers within six
months of course completion. Our team will support you to perform well in the interviews and
create a better future.
Certified Supply Chain Professional

WHY SHOULD I EARN THE CSCP?


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
Who is the APICS
Improve communications throughout the CSCP program
supply chain
designed for?
If you are responsible for any of the
Why APICS CSCP is critical to following, CSCP is right choice for you
supply chain success? • Supply chain strategy and/or design
• Supply chain technology selection, setup,
Supply chain management professionals need to under-
maintenance, or use
stand the interactions and inter-dependencies across the
functions, and the often-conflicting pressures and • Demand Planning and Management
imperatives of the various participants • Customer Relationship Management
• Supplier Relationship Management
CSCP can provide tools to help you improve operations,
increase customer satisfaction and company profit • Supply chain-wide inventory management
• Managing reverse logistics
CSCP provides insights into how the various pieces work • Managing risk in the supply chain –
together and what tools, approaches, technologies and
identifying, assessing, response planning
measurements support and encourage the achievement
• Measure supply chains and their metrics
of supply chain objectives
• Supply chain change management
A CSCP designation demonstrates a grasp of that • Supply chain improvement and best practices
knowledge and documents the individual’s competence • Supply chain financial management
for the benefit of both the individual and the organization

INCREASE YOUR SALARY APICS CERTIFIED SALARIES

41% 27% HIGHER THAN


OTHER CERTIFICATIONS
A Note to the Companies:

APICS CSCP training is crucial for organizations and employees. In-depth knowledge of supply chain risk management helps them boost
productivity and function with ease. The rich lessons offered in the training course are valuable assets for professionals working in this
sector. Reach out to us to identify the problem areas and how the program can be tailored to meet your business needs.
Certified Supply Chain Professional
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 opera-
tions and improve the bottom line.

CSCP Version 5.0 Exam Content


MODULE 1 Supply Chains, Demand Management, and Forecasting

Visualizing the supply chain entities, structures, and flows used to procure and deliver goods and services
Differentiating vertical versus horizontal integration and different levels of supply chain maturity
Using planning, communicating, influencing, and prioritizing steps in demand management, including
market research and demand forecasting
Assessing portfolios and products using product portfolio management, the 4Ps of marketing, and
product life-cycle management (PLM)
Using sales and operations planning (S&OP) to align supply with demand

MODULE 2 Global Supply Chain Networks

Designing the supply chain and configuring the supply chain network
Balancing efficiency with responsiveness while being resilient
Forming cross-functional and cross-organizational supply chain design teams
Safeguarding and maintaining cybersecurity, data privacy, and supply chain master data
Improving the supply chain by measuring and analyzing performance with supply chain metrics focused on
customers, financial reports, operational practices, and customer service
Becoming familiar with accounting and financial reporting information and strategic analysis tools

MODULE 3 Sourcing Products and Services

Following a sourcing process to capture changes, such as for new products


Managing supply based on total cost of ownership and make-versus-buy analysis
Developing a category strategy and sourcing categories
Doing spend and portfolio analyses to right-size the supplier base
Developing supply plans based on buyer-supplier relationships
Influencing product designs to promote collaboration and requirements inclusiveness
Negotiating effective supply contracts/purchase orders and selecting proper payment terms
Certified Supply Chain Professional

MODULE 4 Internal Operations and Inventory

Leveraging manufacturing planning and control including master planning, master scheduling,
material requirements planning, distribution requirements planning, and various levels of capacity checks
Managing, planning, and controlling inventory to keep it at proper levels and replenish it efficiently
Understanding the effects of inventory on financial statements and inventory-related cost categories
Using quality and continuous improvement techniques and principles, including lean and just-in-time
Using sales and operations planning (S&OP) to align supply with demand

MODULE 5 Forward and Reverse Logistics

Determining strategies for logistics, warehouse management, and transportation management


Complying with international standards and considerations for import/export, tax/tariff, and labor laws
Managing reverse logistics and waste

MODULE 6 Supply Chain Relationships

Segmenting customers, suppliers, and other partners


Using supplier relationship management (SRM) and customer relationship management (CRM) to develop,
measure, and maintain relationships
Understanding the communication process and dimensions

MODULE 7 Supply Chain Risk

Identifying, assessing, classifying, and responding to supply chain risks in a cost-effective manner
Learning about common supply chain risks and how to make preventive and contingent action plans

MODULE 8 Optimization, Sustainability, and Technology

Considering inputs and objectives of organizational strategy and supply chain management strategy
Recognizing and resolving strategic misalignments and gaps
Building sustainable best practices and ensuring corporate social responsibility compliance
Embracing sustainability principles, standards, and reporting methods, including the UN Global Compact
and GRI sustainability reporting standards

Assessing technology needs and learning about emerging technologies


Implementing changes using project management and change management
Recognizing and resolving strategic misalignments and gaps
Certified Supply Chain
Professional

American Production & Inventory


Control Society (APICS), USA

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