Certified in Planning & Inventory Management (CPIM Certification)

Globally recognised ASCM-APICS accredited program

40 hours of training covering 13 modules

Enhanced knowledge of inventory planning

Gain expertise to reduce stockouts and operating costs

Flexible learning modes and instalment options

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Overview

What you will learn:

Execute the supply plan in an efficient manner
Learn demand management & forecasting
Create the master production schedule
Track inventory through the supply chain
Identify changes & supply disruptions
Manage reverse logistics in the distribution
CPIM Certification involves real-world projects

Learning Objectives

On completing this course, you will learn various aspects of inventory management:

Master principles of demand management to accurately forecast customer requirements

Understand the role of sales and operations planning (S&OP) in aligning production with demand

Gain proficiency in master production scheduling (MPS) to balance production capacity with demand

Explore the fundamentals of material requirements planning (MRP) to ensure timely availability of materials

Explore inventory management techniques, including ABC analysis and economic order quantity (EOQ)

Understand the concept of safety stock and its role in mitigating supply chain risks

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Prerequisites

The eligibility requirements for the CPIM Certification:

At least five years experience in supply chain or foundational knowledge in processes, materials management, and planning
At least a high school diploma or its equivalent
Candidates should showcase analytical skills, familiarity with computing concepts/tools

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Our Trainers

We, at Learners Point, take immense pride in our teaching methods and instructors. Our instructors are some of the best experts in their fields and employ a practical approach to learning. Many of them are globally recognised and have a diverse set of experience in their field of expertise. You are always sure to have the best in the industry as your teachers who are ready to guide you at every step and make the experience informative yet enjoyable. Apart from the focus on learning your chosen course, our instructors also encourage students to develop communication skills and interpersonal skills necessary to excel in the practical world.

Our cutting edge teaching methods make every program an immersive and productive experience for the learners. Our learning methods are research-driven and are continuously updated to stay relevant to present times as well as the future. You will enjoy practical applications of everything learned through theory and regular mock examinations to help monitor your progress. Our courses are led by an instructor in a classroom setup and we do offer online high-quality sessions as well for individuals. We also monitor the training sessions with a progress tracker to maintain high standards of instruction and ethics.

Ms. Paromita Ghosh

Paromita Ghosh brings around 17 years of experience in delivering exceptional procurement, import, export and supply chain support services to internal and external customers of projects and corporations. She excels at time-bound, cost-effective procurement through extensive sourcing, evaluation, and negotiation and achieving significant cost savings.

Paromita has actively contributed to the education domain as a Speaker in CIPS Webinars on exam success for the MENA region. Also serves as a Volunteer on the CIPS Northern Emirates Branch Committee. Paromita Ghosh, with her extensive experience and commitment to excellence, is a valuable asset in the realm of procurement and supply chain management.

Core Competencies:

Best Practices in Contract Management
Forecasting, Planning, Execution
Category Management
Tenders, Bids, Negotiation
Procurement & Supply Management
Leadership & Team Management
Strategic Sourcing
Erp/ SAP P2P /Sage / Oracle
Vendor Management

Professional Qualifications:

Masters of Business Administration (MBA) Marketing & HRD
Master of Science
Bachelor of Science in Botany Honors
Currently studying for the MCIPS Certification from Chartered Institute, UK
CIPS Level 4 & CIPS Level 5 from Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, UK
CIPS Northern Emirates Committee Member- Education
Trainer, Learners Point Academy, Dubai

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Curriculum

Operational Objectives to Meet Competitive Priorities
Marketing Strategies
Fundamentals of Sales and Operations Planning
Manufacturing Strategies
KPIs and Metrics
Sustainable and Socially Responsible Supply Chains

Creating a Product Road Map
Product Development
Characteristics of Demand
Forecasting

Master Production Schedule
Material Requirements Planning
Capacity Requirements Planning
Final Assembly Scheduling
Closing the Loop

Buy
Make

Inventory Investment and Days of Supply
Safety Stock
Item Segmentation
Order Quantity and Item Replenishment
Tracking Inventory through Supply Chain
Basics of Reverse Logistics
Inventory Accuracy Audits
Addressing Inventory Loss
Planning and Managing Distribution Inventory

Continuous Improvement
Quality Management
Information, Process, and Emerging Technologies

The Environment and Strategy
Strategic Scope
Strategic Objectives
Developing Organizational Strategy
Executing and Monitoring Strategy
Analysis for Functional and Operational Strategies
Functional and Operational Strategies
Processes and Layouts
Performance Monitoring and KPIs
Risk Management
Capital Equipment and Facilities
Sustainability Strategies

Purpose of S&OP
S&OP Roles and Process
Aggregate Demand and Supply Plans
Reconciling S&OP Plans

Demand Management
Customers
Marketing and Product Management
Sources of Demand
Forecasting
Forecast Performance

Creating the Master Schedule
Using and Maintaining the Master Schedule
Rough-Cut Capacity Planning
MRP Design
Using and Managing MRP
CRP and MRP-Based Scheduling
Final Assembly Schedule
Suppliers
Purchasing
Product Costing
Changes and Supply Disruptions
Product Life Cycle Management

Inventory Planning
Inventory Management
Inventory Costs, Value and Metrics
Inventory Control
Waste Hierarchy and Reverse Logistics

Planning Detailed Schedules
Scheduling and PAC Methods
Production Schedules
Using Detailed Schedule

Planning Distribution
Replenishment and Order Management
Reverse Logistics in Distribution Network

Frequently asked questions

The CPIM certification is a globally recognised credential in production and inventory control acrredited by the ASCM-APICS. CPIM stands for Certified in Planning and Inventory Management. Our CPIM course at Learners Point helps professionals to handle disruptions, variations, and risks within the supply chain domain. With our expert guidance, we ensure learners ace the CPIM exam on their first attempt.

Yes, the CPIM certification can be highly beneficial for you. With 3 years of work experience in procurement, you already have some practical expertise in supply chain. With CPIM training, you can advance your knowledge of demand management, material requirements planning (MRP), and sales and operations planning (S&OP). This qualification is ideal for you to move on to higher-level roles, such as logistics coordinator or supply chain planner.

Our CPIM Training is meant for professionals who seek to advance their knowledge and career in supply chain, operations, inventory management, procurement, and production planning.

The prerequisites for CPIM Certification:

1) At least five years experience in supply chain or foundational knowledge in processes, materials management, and planning
2) At least a high school diploma or its equivalent
3) Candidates should showcase analytical skills, familiarity with computing concepts/tools

The curriculum of our program includes:

1) Overview of the Supply Chain
2) The principles of inventory management
3) Quality management
4) Execution of the supply plan
5) Planning for Sales and Operations
6) Keeping an eye on demand & distribution

Learners Point Academy offers flexible training sessions. You can opt for offline or online learning. You can choose the mode that allows you to balance this course with your work and personal commitments.

To maintain the validity of a CPIM certification, certified individuals must earn 75 "maintenance points" every five years.

Our training program is valued by various industries world-wide. Some of which includes:

1) Retail
2) Healthcare
3) Manufacturing
4) Logistics & distribution
5) Fashion

Our training keeps in mind latest practices in SCM. This includes trends in Dubai as well as global practices to optimise the supply chain function by emphasising digital tools, inventory optimisation models, and risk management.

The benefits of enrolling in our certification program includes:

Improved comprehension of cost-effective procurement and inventory optimisation
Enhanced opportunities for employment in supply chain management
Recognition as a certified production and inventory management specialist