Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

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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 and 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.

Benefits of the CSCP Program

After earning your CSCP designation, you will:

• Earning the proven knowledge and organization skills to strategically streamline operations

• Mastering the tools to effectively manage global supply chain activities that involve suppliers, plans, distributors and customers located around the world

• Acquiring the skills to create consistency and foster collaboration through best practices, common terminology, and corporate communication

• Understanding how to use ERP systems and other technologies to improve the entire supply chain process. The APICS CSCP program can help corporations maximize their ERP investments by millions of dollars.

• Earning a designation that is sought by employers and recruiters

• Increasing your professional value and securing your future

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
■ Improve communications throughout the supply chain

Increase your salary by up to 41%.

APICS Certified individuals earn 27% more than those without a certification.

CSCP Course Outline and Key Topics

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 operations and improve the bottom line.
Module 1: Supply Chains, Demand Management, and Forecasting
Module 2: Global Supply Chain Networks
Module 3: Sourcing Products and Services
Module 4: Internal Operations and Inventory
Module 5: Forward and Reverse Logistics
Module 6: Supply Chain Relationships
Module 7: Supply Chain Risk
Module 8: Optimization, Sustainability, and Technology

Need help deciding between CPIM and CSCP Certification?  This flyer may help you decide which certification is right for you!