The APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) program is the first and only supply chain certification that encompasses the end-to-end global 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.
There are three modules delivered over 20 weeks:
Important:
It is a requirement that all students have the current CSCP Learning System and Slide Booklets prior to commencing the course.
Learning Systems and Certification Exams are purchased separately and are not included in the price of Online Certification Review Courses.
Click HERE to purchase a Learning System or Exam
Earning your CSCP credential will help you:
CPIM Part 2 Online Certification Review Class is an 18-week course (2 instructor-led online hours per week) that prepares students for the final exam to gain the CPIM certification, held by 130,000 practitioners around the world.
The Environment and Strategy Strategic Scope Strategic Objectives Developing Organisational 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
The Environment and Strategy
Strategic Scope
Strategic Objectives
Developing Organisational 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
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
Customers
Marketing and Product Management
Sources of Demand
Forecasting
Forecast Performance
Creating the Master Schedule Using and Maintaining the Master Schedule S 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
Using and Maintaining the Master Schedule S
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
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 Schedules
Planning Detailed Schedules
Scheduling and PAC Methods
Production Schedules
Using Detailed Schedules
Planning Distribution Replenishment and Order Management Reverse Logistics in Distribution Network
Planning Distribution
Replenishment and Order Management
Reverse Logistics in Distribution Network
Quality Continuous Improvement Technology
Quality
Continuous Improvement
Technology
It is a requirement that all students have the current CPIM Part 2 Learning System and Slide Booklets prior to commencing the course, sold separately. Contact enquiries@asci.org.au to purchase these.
This 11 week short course is the first module of the APICS Certified in Planning & Inventory Management which is a designation held by over 130,000 supply chain practitioners all over the world. The exam is optional, but if passed, allows participants to continue to Part 2 of the program and complete the certification. The sessions covered in this course include:
Module 1: Supply Chain Overview
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
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
Module 2: Fundamentals of Demand Management
Creating a Product Road Map Product Development Characteristics of Demand Forecasting
Creating a Product Road Map
Product Development
Characteristics of Demand
Module 3: Plan Supply
Master Production Schedule Material Requirements Planning Capacity Requirements Planning Final Assembly Scheduling Closing the Loop
Master Production Schedule
Material Requirements Planning
Capacity Requirements Planning
Final Assembly Scheduling
Closing the Loop
Module 4: Executing the Supply Plan
Buy Make
Buy
Make
Module 5: Inventory Management
Inventory Investment and Days of Supply Safety Stock Item Segmentation Order Quantity and Item Replenishment
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
Tracking Inventory Through Supply Chain
Basics of Reverse Logistics
Inventory Accuracy Audits
Addressing Inventory Loss
Planning and Managing Distribution Inventory
Module 6: Continuous Improvement and Quality Management and Technologies
Continuous Improvement Information, Process, and Emerging Technologies
It is a requirement that all students have the current CPIM Part 1 Learning System and Slide Booklets prior to commencing the course.
The course is suitable for buyers, planners, product planners, material managers, supply planners, demand planners, inventory managers, supply chain analysts, supply chain managers, and graduates entering supply chain.
Attending our course is the most effective way to prepare to pass the CPIM exam.
By choosing to study with the Australasian Supply Chain Institute, you have the confidence of knowing our highly qualified instructors are CPIM Certified, experienced professionals who are ready to guide you through the preparation process.
Our Online Certification Review courses are delivered via our online webinar platform. You will be connected with a live facilitator who will take you through the content, allow for questions and answers, provide guidance as you work through the Learning System between sessions and share insights and experiences to set you up for success.
To access the session you will need a Windows or Mac PC/Laptop with a broadband internet connection.
It is also advised that you have a headset and microphone available to make the most of the experience.
Please ensure you are able to accommodate the required self paced study from the Learning System between sessions as failure to do so may see you fall behind.
Topics covered in this 13 week Master Instructor-led course for the CLTD designation include:
It is a requirement that all students have the current CLTD Learning System and Slide Booklets prior to commencing the course.
Attending our course is the most effective way to prepare to pass the CLTD exam.
By choosing to study with the Australasian Supply Chain Institute, you have the confidence of knowing our highly qualified instructors are CLTD Certified, experienced professionals who are ready to guide you through the preparation process.
To access the session you will need a Windows or Mac PC/Laptop with a broadband internet connection. It is also advised that you have a headset and microphone available to make the most of the experience.
Stuart Harman, Director, Oliver Wight Asia Pacific
Stuart Harman spent 20 years working in manufacturing organisations around the world gaining extensive experience in operations, sales & marketing, supply chain and general management. He now works with Oliver Wight clients across the Asia Pacific region to assist their business improvement efforts through engaging senior management and providing education and coaching to build in-house expertise.
An acknowledged expert in Integrated Business Planning, Stuart also has specialist expertise in strategy management, purchasing, private label, and business improvement techniques. He is also a co-creator of the Integrated Tactical Planning process.
Chris Hannan, Senior Solution Artchitect, Board Australia
Chris is a Senior Solution Architect at Board. He has 20+ years of Finance function and business operations experience gained as a management consultant, Finance GM and solution architect. He has led many C-level engagements related to finance transformation, integrated business planning, budgeting & forecasting, consolidation and reporting and all aspects of Finance business partnering. He has completed engagements in manufacturing & distribution, FMCG, retail, professional services, financial services, hospitality, utilities, healthcare, logistics and other industries.
There are two registration steps:
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Automation, new applications, infrastructure (cloud, cybersecurity, etc.), analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) are essential for any modern business.
Together they are leading the business and technology consulting firm Visagio's growth in Australia. The team has grown from a start-up to an award-winning team of more than 80 people in the past decade. Our team helps clients of all sizes across the globe in a multitude of industries including Government, education, non-for-profit, mining, agriculture, manufacturing and financial services.
In the last few years they have been directly involved with the digitalisation of the Logistics capabilities in the Resources and Transport industries.
CPIM Part 2 Online Certification Review Class is a 18 week course that prepares students for the final exam to gain the certification.
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
In this panel discussion, we learn:
* how IoT solutions empower Supply Chain professionals with more control through greater visibility of their assets
* what data insights IoT can really deliver - beyond simple location information, how the IoT gives you real-time knowledge about the condition of your shipments
* insights from a wealth of experience to manage your IoT project across many stakeholders and external partners.
* how the knowledge and certainty derived from IoT solutions helps you build better, more trusted relationships with supply chain/network partners.
Loic Barancourt, Founder of Thinxtra, The IoT Telco, based in Sydney, with the mission to accelerate business efficiency across the entire value chain by connecting assets and making them work smarter through economically viable and operationally scalable IoT Solutions across Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong and Macau. Prior to founding Thinxtra, Loic led some of Australia’s first strategic IoT initiatives in Utilities, Health and Transport at NetComm Wireless and Sagemcom.
David Bissett is an Australian based partner with Argon & Co, a global specialist supply chain advisory firm. He has over 20 years’ experience in supply Chain and operations throughout Australia and was the former Chief Operating Officer at Greencross Ltd where he was responsible for supply chain, e-commerce, IT and digital development and growth.
Simon Levy, CEO, Risk Management Institute of Australasia. Simon is former Head of Strategic Risk at Marsh Advisory where he led a national team of risk practitioners that provided robust and effective risk services to ASX50 and major brands globally. Before joining Marsh Advisory, he was an Enterprise Risk Manager at Australian Unity.
Skillbiz is an Asia Pacific consultancy, that assists companies to use their leadership and negotiation skills to add value to their corporate processes. Skillbiz clients are drawn from multi-nationals across Asia Pacific (esp. China) and local small business.
The Relationship Management short course runs in 2 parts. Terminology and concepts in Part 2 are introduced and practiced in Part 1. Completing Part 1 first is strongly advised. (Find Part 1 here).
Sessions 11-15
F2F challenges – dealing with resistance, exploring deeper needs, objections The role of emotions in decision-making How to think about difficult people - fully understanding your role in 'helping' your other party Getting from start to finish in structured stages Case study
Professionalism: adopting standards that promote a culture of success and using a diverse skillset. Summary of program: Integrating all concepts with practice, formal case study (generic or in-house design), applying preparation model to a business challenge
Anyone who makes formal agreements and variations with the clients and suppliers.
Tony Monaghan is the Lead at Skillbiz and a registered Psychologist, with a breadth of commercial experience and psychological depth. He delivers the corporate suite of skills through facilitated workshops, consults to teams preparing for major negotiations, as well as to individuals in executive coaching and in private therapy.
My purpose is to help people “find a way”, whether it be with day to day or long-term, corporate or personal challenges.
The United Nations’ “Decade for Action” calls for accelerating sustainable solutions to all the world’s biggest challenges ranging from poverty and gender to climate change, inequality and closing the finance gap. Our global supply chains are not immune to these challenges and have their own set of sensitivities to global political, economic, geographic and social climates.
In its third year as the largest gathering of supply chain managers in Australia, ASCI2021 will provide clarity around what is expected of supply chain managers and what the priorities are to act and lead a future-proof global supply chain into the new decade.
Five themes will run throughout the conference program across six streams over three days:
People, culture and skills Sustainability, ethics and social outcomes Governance, compliance and regulation Agility, operations and risk management Trending technology and new supply chain ecosystems
Visit the conference website for the program and pricing.
At ASCI2021, you will hear from:
This is the largest gathering of supply chain managers with opportunities to network and share:
Conveniently located in a spacious setting that adheres to social distancing:
Use Promo Code REGPRAC for 20% discount for Registered Practitioners
ASCI professional certification partner, VCare Academy, has designed the CSSC to increase knowledge of the role of the store and warehouse, the functions of the store and warehouse personnel, how stock is managed and moved into through and out of the warehouse either to an internal customer or an external customer.
Course costs include workbook, Online Classes and Exam (plus one resit if needed)
This 18 week course, (3 hours weekly with an Australian Instructor) is part of ASCI's Continued Professional Development program and will prepare students for the CSSC exam. Once attained, the professional certification qualifies for eligibility points under ASCI Registration.
1.1 Warehousing and Supply Chain Management
1.2 Roles, Responsibilities, and Relationships
1.3 Customer Service
Learning Outcomes
2.1 Risk and Safety Management
2.2 Warehouse Safety and PPE
2.3 Emergency Situations and Precautions
3.1 Stores Layout
3.2 Stores Productivity and Continuous Improvement
3.3 Materials Handling and Storage Equipment
3.4 Transportation
4.1 Classifying and Coding Stock
4.2 Stock taking and Stock Audits
Course Outline
5.1 Inbound Logistics
5.2 Stock Issues
5.3 Stock Returns
5.4 Reverse Logistics
5.5 Distribution Management
Attending our course is the most effective way to prepare to pass the CSSC exam.
By choosing to study with the Australasian Supply Chain Institute, you have the confidence of knowing our highly qualified instructors are CSSC Certified, experienced professionals who are ready to guide you through the preparation process.
Please ensure you are able to accommodate the required self paced study between sessions as failure to do so may see you fall behind.
Earning the CSCP credential makes you a recognised expert in the supply chain field. This professional distinction sets you apart from your colleagues, proving your high level of knowledge and skills. It makes you a more valuable asset to your organisation, keeping you and your organisation more competitive in today’s economy.
There are three modules delivered over 18 weeks:
Attending our course is the most effective way to prepare to pass the CSCP exam.
By choosing to study with the Australasian Supply Chain Institute, you have the confidence of knowing our highly qualified instructors are CSCP Certified, experienced professionals who are ready to guide you through the preparation process.
Australasian Supply Chain Institute is offering The Fresh Connection online training sessions in August as part of its Continued Professional Development Program, ahead of the Global PRO Challenge to be held in September/October.
From the very start, teams have to make the best strategic and tactical choices to save the virtual company, The Fresh Connection, from financial ruin.
Online instructor-led training consists of three rounds of The Fresh Connection for corporate teams of four with a fortnight's break in between each round, allowing for teams to submit their responses.
Extra sessions with the instructor are available on request at an additional cost.
Any corporate or individual looking for:
* Teamwork
* Understanding and coordination between marketing, sales, production, finance
* business processes that supports your strategy
* improved reporting and use of data to support better decisions
* managing trade-offs to optimise the performance of your business
* sales & operations planning
* best practices in forecasting, planning and inventory management
The cost covers three sessions of training to be held in August and entry into the Global PRO Challenge to be held in September/October 2021. Winning teams make it to the Global PRO Final in November.
* Per team only one member can have participated in earlier editions
* Any team member may only participate once per year, and twice in total
* Team size for the Global Final is limited to 4 people (in training and the Global PRO Challenge it may be 4 or 5 people)
* University Students cannot compete - they must compete in the University Challenge.
John Chase is the facilitator for The Fresh Connection. John is a veteran Business Advisor, Consultant and manager with over 30 years of experience in helping businesses to formulate business strategies and to improve their Supply Chain and Manufacturing performance. John has experience working with companies in New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. John brings a practical approach and a strong focus on applying the workshop learnings to achieve real-world performance improvements. John has been facilitating The Fresh Connection since 2017 and in 2018 he led the team that won the facilitator's pool in the Global Challenge.
Testimonials:
"I have engaged John on numerous projects over the last 8 years to lead change in S&OP and continous improvement programs where I have found him to be extremely knowledgeable and credible. I have come to think of him more as a business partner than consultant. I especially value his broad business knowledge and ability to cut to the things that matter for tangible benefits"
Brendhan Greaney Chief Executive Officer, The TATUA Co-operative Dairy Company Ltd
"John provides excellent guidance and expertise in S&OP implementation. From analysis the current position through to process mapping, and ultimately implementing the right tools for us"
Sean Kelly Chief Executive Officer, Hubbard Foods
John applies his knowledge of supply chain theory and his experience in other industries and works well with our people to achieve excellent outcomes very cost effectively. We find John to be a very good partner"
Lain Jager Chief Executive Officer, Zespri International
To address National Skills Week, ASCI is running an online panel discussion and corresponding luncheon events.
As the third quarterly event for the ASCI Leadership Series in 2021, this executive panel will cover leadership topics.
The panel discussion will run as a live webinar with Q&A, coupled with physical luncheon events in each capital city (strictly adhering to COVID-19 restrictions). The events in each state will include networking, catering and viewing of the webinar, with post webinar discussions moderated by the host.
This is an ASCI member only event. To become a member, visit the benefits here.
TBC
There are separate event listings for each location. Please register to the event in your state, and/or the webinar via the links below.
Sydney
Melbourne
Perth
Brisbane
Canberra
Adelaide
This event is awarded one continued professional development point for Registration and Certification Maintenance.
There are two registration steps to attend the webinar:
Information, Process, and Emerging Technologies
To address Global Ethics Day, ASCI is running an online panel discussion and corresponding luncheon events on the international theme which is in line with our annual theme "Decade for Action".
As the last quarterly event for the ASCI Leadership Series in 2021, this executive panel will hone in specifically on ethics in the supply chain.
Happy International Women's Day!
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