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WHY EVERY SUPPLY CHAIN PROFESSIONAL NEEDS THE APICS CSCP CERTIFICATION

PRESENTERS:

Bob Collins, CFPIM, CIRM, CSCP, CPLP, CAESenior Director, Professional Development

Cathy IammartinoAPICS Director, Product Development

Meghan Glass, PMPProduct Manager, APICS Learning Systems

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Our Presenters

Cathy Iammartino

APICS Director, Product Development

▪ Responsible for APICS courseware product development

▪ 15 years academic and professional publishing and product development

▪ 10 years working with professional member associations

Meghan Glass, PMP

Product Manager, APICS Learning Systems

CSCP 2018 Learning System project manager

▪ 10 years project managing academic programs and curriculum development

▪ Former College & University Instructor

Bob Collins, CFPIM, CIRM, CSCP, CPLP, CAE

Senior Director, Professional Development

▪ 25 years as a Supply Chain professional (Practitioner and Consultant)

▪ Former APICS volunteer, instructor and BOD Chair

▪ 11 years on staff, responsible for courseware and instructor development


What we’ll cover today

▪ What is the CSCP certification program?

▪ Why should I earn the CSCP?

▪ How do I earn the CSCP?

▪ A few more questions you may have…

▪ Q&A session

What is CSCP?


Inside the four walls of

your company?

▪ Product Forecasting

▪ Master Scheduling

▪ MRP

▪ Scheduling Operations

▪ Cycle Counting

▪ Inventory movement

▪ Receiving

▪ Capacity Planning

Outside the four walls

of your company?

▪ Supply Chain Design

▪ Supplier Management

▪ 3PL, 4PL

▪ Transportation

▪ Customs

▪ Distribution channels

▪ Customer Management

Work in the “Deliver”

and “Return” part of

your company?

▪ Logistics management

▪ 3PLs and logistics

services

▪ Direct or indirect

manufacturing

▪ Transportation

▪ Distribution channels

▪ Importers/exporters

APICS Certification Programs – What is your area of focus?


CLTDCPIM

▪Master Planner

▪Master Scheduler

▪Demand Manager

▪Forecaster

Plan

▪Procurement Mgr

▪Procurement Outsourcing Mgr

Source▪Production Manager

▪Production Scheduler

Make

▪Distribution Mgr

▪Transportation Mgr

▪Warehouse Mgr

Deliver▪Reverse Logistics Manager

Return

People Advancing Supply Chain Today▪ Buyer/Planner

▪ Materials Manager

Operations Manager

Supply Chain Manager

Operations Manager

▪ Customer Service

Manager

CSCP


What is the CSCP program?

Focus External

Benefits

▪ Encompasses end-to-end supply chain

including suppliers and customers

▪ Breadth across many topics, including globalization, IT

enablement, logistics, service industry and more

Exam ▪ 1 exam

EligibilityEligibility requirements: work experience & education.

Complete the form at apics.org/eligibility

Maintenance5 year certification maintenance period. More information

at apics.org/maintenance

http://www.apics.org/credentials-education/credentials/eligibility

http://www.apics.org/credentials-education/credentials/maintenance/eligible-events


Source: APICS certification

Top 10 job titles of CSCP certification holders

Who is the CSCP program designed for?

1. Supply Chain Manager

2. Consultant

3. Senior Consultant

4. Manager

5. Project Manager

6. Materials Manager

7. Supply Chain Analyst

8. Business Analyst

9. Logistics Manager

10. Operations Manager

Why should I earn CSCP?


Why CSCP is critical to supply chain success?

▪ Promotes cooperation and collaboration

▪ Provides understanding in the interactions and inter-dependencies across the functions

▪ Provides understanding to supply chain professionals who may not have

had the opportunity to work in all aspects of the supply chain

▪ CSCP provides insights into how the various pieces work together

▪ A CSCP designation demonstrates a grasp of supply chain knowledge

and competence


Gartner’s Chief Supply Chain Officer Survey

▪ Survey’s goal was to understand the business priorities of Supply Chain

– Supply Chain strategies and capabilities

– Supply Chain organization and talent

– Supply Chain of the future

▪ Top priority investments that provided the most value:

– Quality of product supply: 50%

– Sales and operations planning: 41%

– Supply chain analytics: 42%

– Product development and portfolio management: 41%

Chief Supply Chain Officer Survey, Gartner, Dana Stiffler, Research VP

The CSCP content covers a variety of these topics and will help you to be ready

to address them in the future.


CSCP Benefits to Individual Employees

▪ CSCP helps individuals develop

– competencies to manage complex worldwide supply chain activities

involving suppliers, plants, distributors and customers in a global

environment

– proven knowledge and organizational skills to strategically streamline

operations

– greater on-the-job confidence and earning potential

– network of supply chain professionals for collaboration

▪ CSCP designees have the knowledge and skills to

– positively affect lead times, inventory and bottom-line profitability

– interact with existing resources and your ERP system to increase the

efficiency of the workplace environment

– create consistency and foster collaboration through best practices,

common terminology and corporate-wide communication


CSCP Benefits to Organizations

▪ CSCP helps organizations by

– aligning global supply chain strategies with business

objectives to streamline operations and drive profits

– creating common understanding, vocabulary, processes

and frameworks within their entity to address their

supply chain challenges and opportunities

– enabling interdepartmental engagement using a

foundation based on global standards

– boosting productivity, collaboration and innovation –

when organizations focus on supply chain excellence,

they can achieve 70 percent higher performance


Industry Acceptance of CSCP

▪ Corporate CSCP Courses

– 3M

– Addax

– Apple

– Aramco

– BASF

– Boeing

– Boston Scientific

– Bridgestone

– Cameron

– CH Robinson

– Cisco Systems

– Coca Cola

– Deloitte

– Dow

– DuPont

– Ernst & Young

– Flextronics

– General Electric

– General Motors

– HP

– Hubbell Inc.

– IBM

– Intel

– Johnson &

Johnson

– LG

– Merck

– Microsoft

– Nestle

– Novartis

– Oracle

– Parker Hannifin

Corporation

– Pfizer

– PwC

– Raytheon

– Shell

– Stryker

– Unilever

– US Cellular


CSCP Survey

Question: In which of the following areas has the CSCP certification

and/or CSCP Learning System contributed to your career

advancement? (Select all that apply)

83.3% of those surveyed reported positive career impacts within the

first year of attaining certification:

▪ Increased knowledge 41%

▪ Increased recognition 26%

▪ Special project assignments 9%

▪ Salary increase 8%

▪ Promotion 7%

▪ Bonus 5%

HOW DO I STUDY FOR THE CSCP PROGRAM?


The APICS CSCP Learning System

Reading Modules (print and digital)

▪ Over 1100 pages of content

Web-based study tools

▪ Access educational activities to

support reading module content with

over 1000 practice questions.– Pretest and Posttest

– SmartStudy plan and Reporting track progress

– Chapter quizzes, Case Study, Glossary and

Flashcards

– Practice exams - emulate the weighting and

timing of the computer-based exam format

– Resource Center includes a complimentary

download of APICS CSCP ECM

– Mobile access to reading modules, study tools

and resources

– Online access for one year

Module 1 Supply Chain Design

Module 2 Supply Chain Planning and

Execution

Module 3 Supply Chain Improvement

and Best Practices

90% of users recommend the CSCP Learning

System for exam preparation!


Steps to success

1. Choose your Study Method

2. Plan your Studies

3. Study the Materials

4. Practice the Concepts

5. Take the Exam


Step 1: Choose Your Study Method

▪ Combine self-study materials with expert instruction▪ Discuss topics with your peers▪ Classes offered by APICS Partners worldwide

Instructor-Led Courses

Delivery options to match your learning style and budget:

▪ Study where and when your schedule allows▪ Reading materials and online study tools

Individual Self-Study Program

▪ Group ordering available▪ Choose self-study or instructor-led format▪ Track group progress

Corporate/Group Delivery


Step 2: Create a Study Plan

How much time will you need to study?

▪ Every person learns differently and at a different pace.

▪ Recommended 100 hours.

▪ The CSCP Learning System is designed for adult learners.

▪ Learning System design:

– Condenses the time it takes to prepare.

– Helps you identify and focus on topics that you need to master.

▪ SmartStudy tool provides customized study plans tailored to your

availability.



PRETEST: Take the Pretest and review your results in the report.



SMARTSTUDY TOOL: Input your scores into the SmartStudy tool for a personalized

study plan.


Step 3: Study the materials

There is no substitute for reading the modules – either printed

or digital version.


E-reader

Step 3: Study the materials


Step 4: Practice the concepts


▪ Complete all online quizzes and learning activities

▪ Review your online reports

— Click the “Reports” button in the online menu

— Take note of the sections where you had the lowest scores

— Be sure to look at the rationales for the correct answers

▪ Focus your final review on low scoring sections

— Go back to the reading materials and review the sections

where your quiz and test scores were the lowest

— Re-take the corresponding online quizzes

▪ Take the Practice Exams



Study Tips

▪ Choose the right study method for your learning style

▪ Set your exam date to avoid procrastination

▪ Set a study plan, enter it into your calendar, and commit to it

▪ Know your strengths and weaknesses

▪ Study the Exam Content Manual (ECM)

▪ Determine your “knowledge gaps” and use the Smart Study Tool to spend

extra study time in these areas.

▪ Understand how to apply concepts; go beyond memorization

▪ View the Techniques for Successfully Taking APICS Exams video

▪ Be prepared for the testing center and the test format


Additional CSCP Study Resources

CSCP Exam Exam Handbook APICS Dictionary

Content Manual (ECM) Exam Procedures 15th Edition

▪ Dictionary App. Available free through the Apple App

Store for iPhone and Google Play for Android

▪ APICS test-taking tips

Dictionary APP

http://www.apics.org/apics-for-individuals/apps/apics-dictionary-app

http://www.apics.org/docs/default-source/certification/apics_cscp_study_recommendations.pdf?sfvrsn=2


APPLY FOR ELIGIBLITY

▪ Submit an eligibility application before entering the program (application approvals

never expire!) apics.org/eligibility

▪ To be eligible for the CSCP, you only need to meet ONE of the following criteria:

– 3 years of supply chain related business experience, OR

– Bachelor’s degree or the international equivalent OR

– CPIM, CLTD or CSCP, CTL, CFPIM, CIRM, SCOR-P, C.P.M., CSM or CPSM

designations

▪ Supply Chain Related Business Experience:

– raw materials extraction

– transportation and logistics

– procurement

– manufacturing

– warehousing

– distribution

– retail

– customer service

– software design and support

– management

– sales

– quality control

– skilled craft work (technician)

Step 5: Take the Exam

apics.org/eligibility



▪ Exam offered across the globe

– Pearson VUE test centers around the world

▪ Decide when to take the exam

– Registration always open

– On demand testing

▪ Purchase the exam

▪ Schedule and take the exam

– One 3.5-hour timed exam

– 150 multiple-choice questions; 130 scored questions

– Results delivered instantly at test center



▪ All questions are based on the current

CSCP body of knowledge, as defined in the

CSCP Exam Content Manual

▪ First, read the directions carefully

▪ Read each question carefully and

thoroughly

▪ Choose the BEST answer

▪ Skip questions that are unfamiliar or seem

too difficult

▪ Return to the unfamiliar or difficult ones

later


Checklist for exam day

✓ Arrive at the test center at least 30 minutes early

✓ Bring the proper IDs

✓ Online calculators will be provided

✓ Only translation books are allowed

✓ Phones and dictionaries are not allowed

✓ No breaks unless test center manager is notified (timing of

test will not stop)

✓ You’ll receive results immediately

View the Exam Handbook for detailed information on exam day

http://www.apics.org/credentials-education/credentials/credential-supporting-docs/procedures


After exam day

▪ Email notification sent

▪ Proudly show off your new

designation in LinkedIn

▪ APICS credentials verification

▪ Maintenance program

http://www.apics.org/careers-education-professional-development/certification/verification

http://www.apics.org/careers-education-professional-development/certification/maintenance

A few common questions you may have…


CSCP Program Investment

CSCP Learning System (Self-study)

APICS PLUS Member $995 (US)

APICS CORE and Nonmembers $1,380 (US)

For more information, visit learn.apics.org/cscp

CSCP ExamNorth

AmericaOutside North America

APICS PLUS Member $695 (US) $1,050 (US)

APICS CORE and Nonmembers $965 (US) $1,300 (US)

APICS CORE and Nonmembers retake $450 (US) $450 (US)

For more information and details, visit apics.org/cscpexam

Instructor-led courses include the Learning System and total costs vary by provider –

visit apics.org/learning-opportunities to find a local class and inquire about fees.

For more delivery options for your group, visit learn.apics.org/cscp/corporate/ to find out more.

http://www.learn.apics.org/cscp

http://www.apics.org/cscpexam

http://www.apics.org/learning-opportunities

http://learn.apics.org/cscp/corporate/


How can I find the money to earn the CSCP?

▪ Tap into Tuition Reimbursement – APICS Chapters and

College/University partners across the country offer on-site, instructor-

led courses that may qualify for employer tuition reimbursement

programs.

▪ Corporate Training Budgets at Your Company – Many companies have

budgets set aside for corporate training programs that are different

from tuition reimbursement funds.

▪ Job Training Programs and Military benefits – Depending on your

situation, you may qualify for job training programs or military benefits

through your state or country.

▪ PayPal – Get 6 months to pay for your learning system plus no

interest. Terms and conditions apply. Must be approved through

PayPal credit.


How do I find the time to earn the CSCP?

▪ Rarely a perfect time to commit to certification.

▪ Preparation for the certification exam doesn’t have to take over your

entire life.

▪ We recommend studying a minimum of 100 hours for the CSCP exam.

And taking the exam within 3 months of finishing the Learning System.

▪ SmartStudy tool included in the CSCP Learning System helps you create a

realistic study plan that works for your life. Focus on the areas you need

to study most.

▪ Learning System is great for adult learners that are busy professionals. It

takes you down the path you need to work through the content and get

you to exam day.


Special offer for webinar attendees

▪ Order an individual CSCP Learning

System between

March 13 – 23, 2018 and provide

the discount code CS18 at checkout

to save $50.00!

Regular pricing for the CSCP Learning

System:

▪ Member $995 USD ($945 with

savings)

▪ Nonmember $1,380 USD ($1,330

with savings)

SPECIAL WEBINAR OFFER

Use discount code CS18

HOW TO ORDER

▪ learn.apics.org/cscp

▪ Call 888-266-9079 (toll-free in

the US) or +1-651-905-2664

(outside US), Monday-Friday, 8

a.m. – 5 p.m. CT, UTC/GMT-6


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Phone: 1-800-444-2742 or +1-773-867-1777

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