Introduction to APICS APICS The Association for Operations Management
APICS Mission APICS builds and validates knowledge in supply chain and operations management. We enable our community of members, affiliates, and customers to lead in the global marketplace.
APICS Overview APICS The Association for Operations Management is a member-based association dedicated to developing and providing the body of knowledge in operations management, including: – Supply chain – Logistics – Impact of technology on supply chain – Production and inventory management – Operations
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Operations Materials management Planning Scheduling Purchasing Lean manufacturing
Since 1957, individuals & companies have relied on APICS for its superior training programs, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals.
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A global membership community • More than 35,000 operations and supply chain management professionals • Local networking communities through APICS affiliates Two internationally recognized certifications • APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) • APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Topic-specific educational programs to enhance knowledge and skills in areas of operations and supply chain management
APICS Certifications APICS certifications are recognized worldwide as standards of professional excellence. • APICS CPIM: Entry to midlevel production and inventory management certification 5 modules and exams • APICS CSCP: Mid to high-level end-to-end supply chain certification 1 Learning System and exam APICS members pursuing certification receive savings on certification preparation classes, review materials, and testing fees. Take your career to the next level with an APICS certification, visit: apics.org/certification
APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management Program APICS CPIM provides • Increased efficiency across organizational operations • Understanding of production and inventory activities within the internal operations of a company •
In-depth view of materials management, master scheduling, production planning, forecasting, and quality improvement within the confines of the operation
APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional Program APICS CSCP provides • End-to-end understanding of the supply chain • Education on globalization, logistics, supplier and customer relationship management, IT enablement, and more • Common understanding, vocabulary, and processes • Frameworks to address their supply chain challenges and opportunities • Increased customer satisfaction and bottom-line results.
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Professional: Individual membership for professionals working in operations management or a related field Enterprise: Team membership for companies that would like to offer membership to 5+ individuals Academic Professional: Individual membership available to professionals employed full-time by one or more accredited academic institutions Young Professional: Individual e-membership offered to recent graduates of a program in operations management or a related field at an accredited college or university Student: Individual membership offered to students currently enrolled full time in a degree-seeking program in operations management or a related field at an accredited college or university Outside North America: Individual membership for professionals working in operations management or a related field living outside North America.
Include the member benefits you see as most relevant to you and your company here.
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Members-only savings on APICS courses, certification exams, conferences, and more APICS online events APICS publications, enewsletters, and more Career resources APICS conferences Channel partner and social networking opportunities
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APICS magazine APICS Dictionary APICS Operations Management Body of Knowledge (OMBOK) Framework Production and Inventory Management Journal
apics.org/industry-content-research
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Operations Management Now APICS Extra APICS eNews APICS Connection
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APICS Career Resources
Operations and Supply Management Career Paths and Patterns
Career Center White Papers and Webinars
Operations Management Employment Outlook
APICS Ask the Career Coach
apicscareercenter.org
apics.org/research
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Access white papers, ask questions, or register for webinars at apicscareercenter.org
APICS Conferences and Seminars •
APICS Strategic Sourcing Seminar, in partnership with the APICS Twin Cities chapter March 20, 2012 | Bloomington, Minnesota, USA
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2012 APICS Asia Supply Chain & Operations Conference April 2-3, 2012 | Seoul, South Korea April 5-6, 2012 | Shanghai, China
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APICS Strategic Sourcing Seminar, in partnership with the APICS Piedmont Triad chapter April 14, 2012 | Greensboro, North Carolina, USA
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Best of the Best S&OP Conference, presented by APICS and IBF May 10-11, 2012 | London, England June 14-15, 2012 | Chicago, Illinois, USA
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Supply Chain Risk Management: Identify, Assess, Mitigate, and Manage Risk, in partnership with the APICS Chicago chapter June 8, 2012 | Chicago, Illinois, USA
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2012 APICS International Conference & Expo October 14-16, 2012 | Denver, Colorado, USA
apics.org/events
Networking Opportunities Network and exchange ideas with professionals in your local APICS chapter or international affiliate.
apics.org/chapters Connect and collaborate online with your peers on the APICS Supply Chain Channel—a new social network for APICS members to connect and collaborate on supply chain and operations management topics.
supplychainchannel.org
What People Are Saying about APICS “Membership in APICS has helped us focus on the educational and training requirements for our staff and has helped the company realize the full potential of its ERP investment.”
“APICS Certification programs not only offer comprehensive knowledge, but also worldwide professional recognition throughout the industry.” Supply Chain Manager, Sartomer
SAP Master Data Manager, Sanofi Pasteur Canada
“In two years [of an APICS education program] we reduced inventory by 50% [40 million] and increased inventory turns from 2 to 8.1”
“APICS CPIM helped [my staff] develop the skills needed to fulfill both departmental and organizational objectives.”
Director of Material Logistics & Control, Gulfstream
Director of Global Supply Chain Operations, Bayer
Questions? Contact APICS membership at: 1-800-444-2742 or +1-773-867-1777
[email protected] www.apics.org
