APICS Online Certification
The Association for Operations Management (APICS) offers two world-recognized certifications for people in the manufacturing and service industries: the Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) and Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certifications. Courses for certification are taken online.
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Certification
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The CPIM online certification is for manufacturing professionals. Students learn how to improve their production and inventory management by accurately forecasting sales and operations, leading to increased profitability. The CSCP online certification is for professionals in the supply chain management field. This certification focuses on teaching students how to effectively utilize each step of the supply chain to increase their company's value chain.
Examinations
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The CPIM examination is comprised of five modules: Basics of Supply Chain Management, Master Planning of Resources, Detailed Scheduling and Planning, Execution and Control of Operations, and Strategic Management of Resources. The CSCP examination is a single test on supply chain. Tests are available online.
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Maintenance
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Those with CPIM and CSCP certification must earn 75 maintenance points within five years to keep their certification. Points can be earned through management-related activities on the job.
CPIM Recertification
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APICS offers a one-time re-certification examination for professionals who have allowed their credentials to expire. This test is 120 questions based on the five certification modules.
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