2008

Set Yourself Apart n

Become a Supply Chain Leader n
Earn the APICS CSCP Designation n
APICS Certifed Supply Chain Professional

Experience the Power of

APICS Certifcation
www.apics.org
Organizations today cannot
achieve competitive status
by having only excellent
internal processes.
Robert Vokurka, Ph.D., CFPIM, CIRM, CSCP
Chair, APICS Board of Directors
Achieve competitive
success with the
APICS CSCP
program.
The APICS CSCP (Certifed Supply Chain Professional) is the frst globally
recognized comprehensive certifcation program designed for supply chain
management professionals. The APICS CSCP designation is the frst and only
global supply chain credential accepted by the worlds top manfacturers.
Earn the APICS CSCP designation to:
n Develop or enhance your skills
n Create and execute supply chain strategies that
meet customer needs and increase profts
n Increase your value to employers who know that
a well-run supply chain is a key component of a
forward-looking and competitive enterprise.
The APICS CSCP program addresses the entire supply chainextending past
your internal operationsfrom your suppliers, through your company, to your
end customers.
Set Yourself Apart as a Supply Chain Leader
Customers in todays marketplace expect high quality, low prices, fast turnaround, and on-time delivery.
To compete successfully, organizations must improve supply chain performance. As a result, supply chain
management professionals who follow best practices, understand the processes, and can communicate
effectively with other team members play an increasingly important role in the success of their
organizations. APICS CSCP designees are members of an elite group of supply chain experts.
Visit the APICS Web site at
www.apics.org/cscp to learn
more about how the APICS
CSCP designation can advance
your career.
Get started by completing the enclosed APICS CSCP order form or call APICS CSCP Customer Support at (888) 266-9079 or (651) 905-2664.
Organizations today cannot
achieve competitive status by
having only excellent internal
processes.
Robert Vokurka, Ph.D., CFPIM, CIRM, CSCP
Chair, APICS Board of Directors
Achieve competitive
success with the
APICS CSCP
program.

To earn your APICS CSCP designation and position

yourself as a supply chain expert, you must pass a
comprehensive exam that makes use of more than
150 references.
For a complete reference list, please visit
www.apics.org/cscp.
APICS compiled this wealth of supply chain expertise
and created the APICS CSCP Learning Systema
comprehensive exam preparation and professional
development tool. See page 3 for additional information.
APICS CSCP Exam Eligibility
Requirements
The APICS CSCP exam tests your knowledge of advanced
topics. All APICS CSCP candidates must meet one of the
following criteria to be eligible to take the APICS CSCP
exam.
n Bachelors degree or equivalent* plus two years
of related business experience
n APICS CFPIM, APICS CPIM, APICS CIRM, or
C.P.M. designation plus two years of related
business experience
n Five years of related business experience*
* For information on applying for CSCP exam eligibility,
visit www.apics.org/Certifcation/cscp/guidelines.
Your APICS CSCP Checklist
Decide if APICS CSCP is right for you
Prepare for the exam (take the APICS CSCP Learning
System free demo)
Complete the APICS CSCP Learning System
Become eligible for the exam (deadlines listed below)
Register for the exam (deadlines listed below)
Take the APICS CSCP exam (exam dates listed below)
2008 Exam Dates and Deadlines
Eligibility
Application
Deadline
Exam
Registration
Deadline
Exam Date
April 25 May 9 June 21
October 13 November 7 December 13
Visit www.apics.org/cscp to view testing sites, procedures, applications,
and registration dates in your community.
Earn the APICS CSCP Designation
DID YOU KNOW
APICS certifcation and
education are listed as preferred
or required on job Web sites
around the world.
Move your rsum to the top of
the pile with APICS certifcation.
Get started by completing the enclosed APICS CSCP order form or call APICS CSCP Customer Support at (888) 266-9079 or (651) 905-2664.
Self-Directed Learning
This study method gives you the
freedom to study where and when its
convenient for youat home, at work,
or on business trips. To order, complete
the form attached to this brochure,
visit www.apics.org/cscp, or call
APICS CSCP Customer Support at
(888) 266-9079 or (651) 905-2664.
n Study at your own pace
n Study when and where its
convenient for you
n Develop individualized study plan
n Eliminate travel expenses
Online Learning
Fox Valley Technical College now offers
an online APICS CSCP course. This
format offers the benefts of the self-
directed option with the assistance of
APICS-certifed instructors.
n Study at your own pace
n No need to travel
n Courses are interactive and easily
navigated.
For more information on the Fox Valley
Technical College online CSCP course,
contact Brenda Blair at 800.735.3882
or blairb@fvtc.edu.
Instructor-Led Learning
APICS chapters and university
partners offer instructor-led courses
throughout the U.S. and Canada. Visit
www.apics.org/cscp to fnd a local
course.
n Experience valuable interaction with
instructors and peers
n Stay on track to earn your certifcation
with a disciplined schedule
n Network with other professionals who
want to enhance their supply chain
management knowledge
n Minimize travel and maximize
employer tuition assistance
Corporate Group Learning
Train small or large audiences using
APICS CSCP training materials and
take advantage of volume discounts for
groups of two or more. The program
can be offered in a self-directed or
instructor-led format at your facility.
n Establish a common process and
vocabulary across the organization
n Track progress and document
results using group reporting to
manage your organizations
training needs
Evaluate your study method options
The APICS CSCP Learning System is comprehensive and user friendly as a self-directed learning option, but it is also offered in
instructor-led and corporate group formats for your convenience.
For more information, call APICS
CSCP corporate specialist Beth
Fasching at (651) 905-2608 or
e-mail bethf@holmescorp.com.
Get started by completing the enclosed APICS CSCP order form or call APICS CSCP Customer Support at (888) 266-9079 or (651) 905-2664.

APICS members save on APICS educational resources.
Visit www.apics.org/join to learn more.
Online Information Center
n Access the latest supply chain management information
and additional study resources
n Increase your chance for success on the APICS CSCP
exam with test-taking tips
n Test your knowledge of the material by printing out
e-fashcards for mobile use
n Evaluate the APICS CSCP Learning System and
provide feedback and suggestions for future product
enhancements
n Access a bibliography that covers all the modules and
a list of the acronyms found in the materials
Interactive Online Components
n Pretest to determine your strengths and weaknesses and
help you create a customized study plan based on your
individual needs
n Timed module-specifc tests with immediate feedback,
answer rationales, and reference to the relevant sections
in the text so you can review problem areas
n Timed posttest to determine your progress
n Online progress report revealing what youve completed
to date and how well you have mastered the material
n e-Flashcards with relevant terms and defnitions
n Online glossary for quick reference
n Practice test bank of more than 600 multiple-choice
questions
Comprehensive Print Materials
n Four booklets with more than
800 pages of content
n Progress check questions at the end of each section
The APICS CSCP Learning System
The 2008 APICS CSCP Learning System is a comprehensive professional development and exam preparation program.
It organizes information from more than 150 references into four modules that combine print materials with interactive
online tools to deliver a customized learning experience.
The exam registration deadine is approaching.
Start preparing today. Take the APICS CSCP
Learning System free demo at www.apics.org/cscp.
Get started by completing the enclosed APICS CSCP order form or call APICS CSCP Customer Support at (888) 266-9079 or (651) 905-2664.
APICS CSCP Learning System Modules
The APICS CSCP Learning System consists of four modules that provide you with a broad, encompassing view of the supply chain.
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n Categorize customers based on their profles and
needs
n Understand customer loyalty and lifetime value of a
customer
n Establish measures of customer satisfaction
n Understand the strategic importance of purchasing
and supplier relationships
n Establish a supplier rating system
n Effectively use customer data to improve service
performance and increase value to suppliers and
customers
Managing Customer and Supplier
Relationships
n Understand the role of data and information
technology in support of the supply chain
n Learn how technology-enabled supply chains
contribute to business strategies and operating plans
n Explore the IT infrastructure as it relates to the
comprehensive set of supply chain management
systems
n Understand the innovative technologies enabling
collaborative commerce and global visibility
n Apply technology to enhance distribution, reverse
logistics, and global supply chain communications
Using Information Technology to
Enable Supply Chain Management
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n Explore how successful supply chain management
adds value to your organization
n Understand the supply chain management processes
n Develop a supply chain strategy that aligns with
corporate strategy
n Assess and measure the effectiveness of supply
chains
n Establish a continuous improvement process for
supply chains
n Understand the importance of supply chain design and
its continually evolving capabilities
n Understand natural dynamics within the supply chain to
optimize performance and increase proftability
n Assess the value of demands and reduce complexity in
demand planning
n Establish collaborations to replace or improve demand
estimates
n Include supply chain factors in product designs
n Align distribution and transportation options with supply
chain strategy
n Develop and implement plans for using 3PL and 4PL
service providers
n Understand the importance of reverse logistics
Supply Chain Management
Fundamentals
Building Competitive Operations,
Planning, and Logistics
Get started by completing the enclosed APICS CSCP order form or call APICS CSCP Customer Support at (888) 266-9079 or (651) 905-2664.
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