CPIM - Solomon People solutions

APICS’s certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM)

CPIM focuses on an organization’s internal operations and provides an in-depth understanding of materials management, master scheduling, forecasting, production planning and provides the knowledge to apply this information across the extended supply chain.

Solomon People Solutions Provides candidates with the ability to understand and evaluate Planning and inventory activities within a company’s global operations.

Overview

The CPIM program provides employees with the understanding to evaluate production and inventory activities within an organization’s global operations by improving efficiency, maximizing technology ROI and streamlining operations to address challenges and opportunities.

The Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) certification training equips professionals with in-depth knowledge about material management, procurement, inventory, production planning, and scheduling.

Pre-Requisites

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant business experience.
  • Basic knowledge in supply chain operations.

Exam Info

Exam Type  Multiple-choice Questions 
Exam Cost  $325 USD 
Total Questions  150 Questions (130 operational and 20 pretest)
Exam Duration  3.5 Hours
Languages  English
Passing Score  300 
COURSE SYLLABUS

Module 1: Supply Chains and Strategy

Section A: Supply Chains, the Environment, and Strategy

Section B: Strategic Scope and Objectives

Section C: Developing and Managing Organizational Strategy

Section D: Functional and Operational Strategies

Section E: Environments, Types, and Layouts

Section F: Performance Monitoring and KPIs

Section G: Risk Management

Section H: Capital Equipment and Facilities

Section I: Sustainability Strategies

Module 2: Sales and Operations Planning

Section A: S&OP Purpose and Process 

Section B: Aggregate Demand and Supply Plans 

Section C: Reconciling S&OP Plans 

Module 3: Demand

Section A: Demand Management 

Section B: Sources of Demand/Forecasting 

Section C: Forecast Performance 

Module 4: Supply

Section A: Creating and Validating the Master Schedule 

Section B: Using and Maintaining the Master Schedule 

Section C: Material Requirements Planning 

Section D: CRP and Scheduling 

Section E: Suppliers and Purchasing 

Section F: Changes and Product Life Cycle Management 

Module 5: Detailed Schedules

Section A: Planning Detailed Schedules 

Section B: Scheduling and PAC Methods 

Section C: Creating Production and Service Schedules 

Section D: Managing Detailed Schedules and Scheduling Materials 

Module 6: Inventory

Section A: Inventory Planning 

Section B: Inventory and Product Costs, Value, and Metrics 

Section C: Itemized Inventory Management 

Section D: Inventory Control 

Module 7: Distribution

Section A: Planning Distribution 

Section B: Replenishment and Order Management 

Section C: Waste Hierarchy and Reverse Logistics 

Module 8: Quality, Technology, and Continuous Improvement

Section A: Quality 

Section B: Technology 

Section C: Continuous Improvement 

Benefits

  • Access practice tests using the CPIM Learning System 
  • Gain recognition as a production planning expert 
  • Learn from an expert instructor who use real-life examples to facilitate success 
  • Network with fellow supply chain professionals and build study groups 
  • Prepare to assume greater leadership roles and contribute to the strategic direction of your organization 

Schedule & Fee

Date Timing Learning Mode Batch Type
6th Feb – 10th Feb, 2023 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Virtual / Class room Week Day Batch
1st May – 5th May, 2023 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Virtual / Class room Week Day Batch
1st Aug – 5th Aug, 2023 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Virtual / Class room Week Day Batch