SFV Principles of Supply Chain and Operations Management

Professional Development Center
September 10, 2018  5:30 - 9:30 pm
The introductory course addresses the fundamental principles and practices of Supply Chain and Operations Management business processes and systems. Major topics covered in this course include: Demand Management, Sales and Operations Planning, Master Production Scheduling, Material Planning (MRP), Capacity Planning, Inventory Management and Control, Production Planning and Control, Purchasing, and Lean Management practices. Students will be introduced to APICS Body of Knowledge concepts and terminology.

Principles of Inventory Management

September 20, 2018   5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Dr. Dianne G. Van Hook University Center

This course provides participants with an operational knowledge and understanding of inventory management principles and techniques. Among the topics presented are inventory management fundamentals, ordering techniques, replenishment policies, and inventory performance measurement. Basic methods of planning and controlling inventory in manufacturing, institutional, distribution, and retail environments are covered. The questions of what to stock are addressed through an examination of current and evolving technologies of inventory management.

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UpComing 2018 CPIM, CSCP, Principles Classes, Professional Development Meetings, Seminars and other events

APICS Certification - What is it worth? 
2018 APICS Supply Chain Compensation and Career Survey Report

A 2018 APICS Supply Chain compensation and career survey report provides important information on the impact of an APICS certification to your career.  Proceed to the 2018 Salary Report

Certification Maintenance information here

Raising the Bar on Supply Chain Management

The APICS San Fernando Valley Chapter is offering CPIM, CSCP and Principles courses with partners Professional Development Center and College of the Canyons.  In House classes are available for companies who have multiple departments who need instructor based training.  Courses and seminars on Lean, Cycle Counting and Inventory Management are all delivered by APICS recognized instructors.  

Contact:  education@apics-sfv.org for more information.

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CPIM Legacy 5 Course Certification Key Dates

For those who have been working on their CPIM certification under the 5 course program referred to as the legacy program, take note of the following key dates:
Dec 15, 2018   Last day to purchase exam retakes
Dec 31, 2018   Last day to take MPR, DSP, ECO and SMR exams