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Advance your Logistics Career:

invest in an International Certificate

Certified in Production and

Inventory Management
(CPIM)

Edition 2009
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Why CPIM Certification?

APICS, the Association for Operations Management, is respected throughout the world for its education and certification
programs in production and inventory control, operations, supply chain management and integrated resource management.
APICS offers 2 internationally recognised certificates: CPIM & CSCP.

The Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) program was developed by APICS in 1973 to provide a com-
mon basis for individuals to assess their knowledge in the field of production and inventory management. The program offers
in depth education on tools, terminology and techniques for production, inventory and supply chain management.

The CPIM designation is a highly regarded industry certification that demonstrates your initiative to excel and your com-
mitment to acquire the most current industry knowledge and skills. It will help you to enhance your on-the-job performance,
that’s why so many employers consider it as a desired qualification for new hires. More than 83 000 professionals have
become certified worldwide, including more than 900 in Belgium.

The CPIM education focuses on professionals in manufacturing and service industries and is essential for you if you are
involved in:
> Operations
> Production & Inventory Management
> Supply Chain Management
> Procurement
> Materials Management
> Purchasing

The APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) certification

is known around the world as the standard for Excellence in Production and Inventory Control!

Get to know the CPIM program

The focus and value of CPIM certification is on expanding your knowledge and furthering your professional growth – not
solely on passing certification exams. The most important component of the CPIM certification is the learning experience that
occurs while preparing for examinations.

The CPIM program consists of 5 modules:

> Basics of Supply Chain Management (BSCM)

> Master Planning of Resources (MPR)
> Detailed Scheduling and Planning (DSP)
> Execution and Control of Operations (ECO)
> Strategic Management of Resources (SMR)

In this brochure you will find a detailed description on the CPIM program, study material, courses and certification process.

CIM_CIL regularly organizes CPIM information sessions to allow candidates to get to know the CPIM program. It is a unique
opportunity to get personal assistance from our professional staff. You can browse the study material and take a test exam.
Visit the CIM_CIL homepage for more information on the latest info sessions.

The CIM_CIL website is continually updated to make sure you get the latest info on exam dates, recommended books and
course schedules.

To ensure that you receive a personal notification as soon as new information becomes available: add your email address to
our CPIM-mailing list on www.cimcil.be.

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 Overview of the CPIM program

Incorporating a business-process orientation, the

CPIM program integrates 5 individual modules in
a progression of increased understanding. Strat
To become CPIM certified, a candidate must pass
Management
an exam for all 5 CPIM modules.  Explores the relationship of existing and emer
turing strategy and supply chain related funct
content, students should be familiar with the in
CAPSTONE

CPIM modules before taking this one.

Topics
Aligning the Resources with the Strategic Plan Configuring and In
> Competitive Market Issues > Priority Planning P
> Factors affecting required Facilities > Capacity Planning
> Structure of the Supply Chain > Design and Develo
> Choices of Information Technology > Cost Management
> Organizational Design and Human Resources Policies

Philosophies Strate

Master Planning Detailed Sche

of Resources and Planning
Explores processes used to develop sales and ope- Explores various technique
rations plans. It identifies and assesses internal and Product demand planning. It includes a deta
external demand and forecasting requirements. It rial requirements planning
Core competencies

focuses on producing achievable master schedules rements planning (CRP),

which are consistent with business policies, objecti- practices, procurement and
ves and resource constraints. Topics
Topics > Techniques of Inventor
> Demand Management
Internal resource demand > Input for the Material P
> Customer Service > MRP Mechanics
> Forecasting Demand > Using MRP Outputs
> Distribution Planning Process > Detailed Capacity Plann
> Sales and Operations Planning Process > Establishing Relationsh
> Master Scheduling Process > Measuring the Perform
External resource demand
> Measuring Performance
> Validating the Plan
E nt ry Le vel

Basics of Supply Chain Management

Explores the basic concepts of managing the flow of materials from internal and
external suppliers. It provides an overview of the elements of the supply chain but it
also covers relationships between activities in the supply chain.

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 BSCM CERTIFICATE
The Basics of Supply Chain Management module covers a solid overview
of the concepts, tools and terminology specific to production and inventory
management. This module is the ideal introduction course for individuals,
working in adjacent functional areas (purchasing, information systems,
tegic engineering, ….) who need a solid overview of production and inventory
t of Resources management. That is the reason why Basics of Supply Chain Management is
the only module awarded a separate Recognition of Achievement Certificate
rging processes and technologies to manufac-
upon completion: Certified in the Basics of Supply Chain Management.
tions. For maximum comprehension of course
nformation and concepts presented in the other

ntegrating the Operating Processes Implementing Change

Processes > Evaluating and Managing Projects
Processes > Measuring Organizational Performance
opment Processes > Managing Change in an Organization
t Processes

egies Targets

eduling Execution and Control

g of Operations
es for material and capacity Explores the principles, approaches, and techniques
ailed explanation of mate- Material plan needed to schedule, control, measure and evaluate
g (MRP), capacity requi- the effectiveness of production operations.
, inventory management It addresses a broad base of production operations
d supplier planning. in a variety of production environments, including
job shop, process plants, high-volume production
ry Management facilities, and remanufacturing.
Planning Process
Capacity plan Topics
> Scheduling Techniques
> Bottleneck Management
ning > Queue Management
hips with Suppliers > Preventive Maintenance
mance > Push systems versus Pull Systems
Supplier plan > Production status reports
> Controlling and Handling Inventories
> Executing and evaluating quality initiatives
> Implementing continuous improvement plans
> Monitoring supplier performance
> Measuring Operations Performance
> Cost management processes

Topics

> Business wide concepts > Transformation of demand into supply

Manufacturing Strategies, Manufacturing Resource Planning Capacity Management, Planning Systems, Execution
(MRPII), Just in Time (JIT), Total Quality Management (TQM) and Control, Performance Measurements
> Determining and Managing customer demand > Managing the supply activity
Demand Management, Sources of Demand, Forecasting Inventory, Purchasing, Physical Distribution System
Management, Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP)
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 CPIM self study material

APICS offers a variety of resources to help you prepare for the exams.

> The CPIM Exam Content Manual is a must have for all candidates. Module by module it outlines
the curriculum, so you know what subject matter to study. It lists key terminology and suggests a
bibliography of primary and additional references. It contains test-taking advice, scoring ­information.

> The APICS Dictionary is the standard for defining terms used in the operations management field.
It’s a unique reference tool for resource management professionals. This practical dictionary is also
available with French translation.

> The five Practice Questions Booklets (1 for each CPIM module) include each 60 questions with
answers and a list of references for study. The questions have been retired from previous examinations.
It helps to familiarize yourself with the types of questions encountered in an actual APICS certification
examination. The ideal tool to take a test exam.

Self-study candidates should consult the reference books, to develop the knowledge base necessary to attain the CPIM certifi-
cation. These books are mentioned in the CPIM Exam Content Manual. For a more detailed description of these books, visit the
CIM_CIL bookshop on www.cimcil.be. Top books on the APICS primary reference list are usually available from stock.

Looking for a specific reference book? All the APICS reference books can be consulted in the CIM_CIL library at our office.

APICS appointed CIM_CIL as a licensed distributor of APICS materials.

Visit our website for prices and order procedures.

CPIM Courses

CIM_CIL offers flexible and convenient educational opportunities to efficiently prepare the
APICS examinations: from an intensive review to an in depth preparation. Our instructors each
have more than 10 years of experience in training both individuals and companies. Moreover
they combine expert knowledge with real-life experience in a variety of businesses.

CPIM Review Course

This course is designed to provide an intensive review of the certification topics for individuals who already possess basic
knowledge. As the number of sessions are limited to two per module, this course combines self-study with the expertise of an
instructor. It is an efficient way of mastering the scope, key principles, concepts, definitions and terminology. It is probably the
most cost-effective solution.
> BSCM (6 hours + 1 exam) 550 Euro (+21% VAT)
> MPR (6 hours + 1 exam) 550 Euro (+21% VAT)
> DSP (6 hours + 1 exam) 550 Euro (+21% VAT)
> ECO (6 hours + 1 exam) 550 Euro (+21% VAT)
> SMR (6 hours + 1 exam) 550 Euro (+21% VAT)

Module fee includes 6 hours of education, 1 APICS exam, official APICS course material, handouts and sandwiches. The official
APICS course material includes a CPIM exam content manual, an APICS dictionary and participant guides designed for classroom
interaction.
Register for all 5 review modules at once and receive the “Introduction to Materials Management” book for free.

CPIM In Depth Course

For those who prefer a more interactive setting for their exam preparation, CIM_CIL designed the in depth course. The focus of
this course is to increase your knowledge and skills in the field of production and inventory management. This course is recom-
mended for individuals new to the industry or those in adjacent functional areas, such as purchasing, information systems or
engineering, but in need of solid understanding of production and inventory management. This is a thorough preparation for
each APICS exam!
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 > BSCM (18 hours + 1 exam) 1100 Euro (+21% VAT)
> MPR (15 hours + 1 exam) 950 Euro (+21% VAT)
> DSP (15 hours + 1 exam) 950 Euro (+21% VAT)
> ECO (15 hours + 1 exam) 950 Euro (+21% VAT)
> SMR (15 hours + 1 exam) 950 Euro (+21% VAT)

Module fee includes 15 hours of education, 1 APICS exam, official APICS course material, handouts and sandwiches. The official
APICS course material includes a CPIM exam content manual, an APICS dictionary and participant guides designed for classroom
interaction. In the module BSCM there is also an exam training session included.

Register for all 5 in depth modules at once and receive supplementary APICS references: the “Introduction to Materials
Management” book and 5 Study Notes (one per module).

Exam training session

You prepared a module through self study, or it’s been a while since you actually took a course or you just want a last minute test
to ensure you master the scope of the subject matter – then this type of training is ideally suited to your needs. We will answer
your questions and guide you through a CPIM test exam.

Candidates should bring the set of 60 APICS exam questions for that particular module, which can be found either on the cd
accompanying the Participant Guide (course material) or its paper equivalent, the Practice Questions booklet, which can be
ordered through the CIM_CIL bookshop.

Price per module: 150 Euro (+21% VAT)

Module fee includes 3 hours of training and sandwiches.

In Company Training
In company training helps companies excel by customizing course content to address your
­organization’s needs. Ranging from multi day sessions to multiple three-hour classes, these ­trainings
can be held at a location and timing of your choice. If only a few employees in your ­organization
are pursuing certification, you can benefit from our ‘multi-company courses’. For these ­courses
CIM_CIL gathers candidates from businesses in the same geographic area. This education
combines the quality of a public course with the convenience of an in company training.

Course schedule
To maximize your results the CIM_CIL courses are scheduled in accordance with the exam dates provided by APICS. To ensure
that you receive a personal notification as soon as an new module starts: add your @ to our Course Reminder mailing list on
www.cimcil.be. Depending on your knowledge and experience you can compose your personal preparation schedule. Because
you can register per module, you are able to switch between review and in depth sessions, according to your background
knowledge of a particular module. The teaching language is English as this is the language used in all study material (participant
workbooks and slides) and the exams. The locations for the public courses are:

> Gent CIM_CIL, Technologiepark Zwijnaarde

> Brussels Elewijt Center Zemst
> Hasselt Expertisecentrum (PHL) Hasselt

For additional details and the course schedule visit our website www.cimcil.be.

Course registration
To register for a course, use the appropriate registration form on our website. After your registration, you will receive an
invoice. Save up to 50% on your registration fee by using ‘opleidingscheques’ or BEA. While we guarantee the use of the latest
courseware during the sessions, candidates ordering material beforehand do so at their own risk. There is an additional cost if
courseware has to be sent by mail. In case of too many registrations, date of payment is taken into account. Should there be too
few candidates, CIM_CIL will cancel the course and refund those already registered. To cancel your registration, send a written
request no later than 10 business days before the start of the course. There is a cancellation fee of 25%. After this deadline the
full registration fee will be charged.
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 The CPIM Certification Process

CIM_CIL has been appointed by APICS to facilitate the APICS exams in Belgium. These exams are administered in paper and
pencil format using multiple choice questions.

The test center for Belgium is located in Brussels: Elewijt Center. This conference center is conveniently located and offers
also hotel accommodations.

APICS exams take place on assigned exam dates. There are usually four exam dates per year.

Exam Schedule 2009

Exam Dates Exam Registration Deadlines

> March 21 February 6

> June 20 May 8
> September 19 August 7
> December TBD* TBD*
* The date for December is not yet announced.
From the moment the date is determined, it will be announced at our website.

On each exam date you can take a morning and/or an afternoon exam.

Morning exams Afternoon exams

> Basics of Supply Chain Management > Master Planning of Resources
> Detailed Scheduling and Planning > Execution and Control of Operations
> Strategic Management of Resources

The exam fee per CPIM module is 245 € (+ 21% VAT).

To register for an exam, fill out the online form at the CIM_CIL website before the deadline. Candidates have to cover addi-
tional exam costs in case of cancellation or retake after failure.
Candidates who register for our Review or In depth courses are entitled to 1 APICS exam per module, to be taken no later
than 1 year after the module start date. Although the course registration fee includes an exam, you still have to register using
the exam registration form on the CIM_CIL website.

About CIM_CIL
In addition to the CPIM and CSCP certification preparation classes, CIM_CIL offers quality training in Logistics,
Supply Chain Management and Lean Management.

As an independent knowledge Center for Integrated Logistics, CIM_CIL wants to help individuals and their com-
panies become more productive by offering education that provides a good balance between theory and practice.
The concepts, terminology and tools are explained during the theoretical sessions and in order to ‘experience’ the
acquired techniques and skills, they are applied in ‘real life’ situations during the workshops and business games.
Visit the training section of www.cimcil.be for additional information on those educational programs.

CIM_CIL is recognized by the Flemish government as a certified training center. This means you can save up to
50% on your CIM_CIL training costs by using the ‘opleidingscheques’ or BEA.

CIM_CIL is your partner in education, whether you are looking for an open course, an in-company training, a
workshop or a certification program.
Scriptics 09 225 52 02

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