Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

This 100% online supply chain management course will provide a holistic view of supply chain management and fully prepare you for the Certified Supply Chain Professional certification exam. You will learn how to translate the connection between the areas of planning, sourcing, manufacturing, and delivering into an integrated supply chain.

By course completion, you will have a firm understanding of mitigation strategies, operationalize risk management practices, and how to implement cost reduction measures. This combination of skills will drive the efficiency of your supply chain and give you a competitive edge in the market.

6 Months / 120 Course Hrs

Open Enrollment

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Learning method

Instructor-led

$2,295

Self-paced. Study on your own schedule

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Details + Objectives

Course code: GES438

What you will learn

Supply Chain Management and Operations
Purchasing and Supplier Management
Ethical and Sustainable Sourcing
Inventory and Demand Forecasting
Resource Planning Systems
Process Management and Six Sigma in the Supply Chain
Customer Relationship Management
Globalization

How you will benefit

Passing the certification test will improve hiring potential, likely increase salary, and add professional value and marketability
Increase in supply chain management skills and knowledge
Increase in customer satisfaction
Expanded view of the supply chain industry

How the course is taught

Self-paced, online course
6 Months to complete
Open enrollment, begin anytime
120 course hours

Outline

Introduction to Supply Chain Management
1. The Origins of Supply Chain
2. Supply Chain Management Accounting and Finance
3. Supply Chain Strategy
4. Supply Chain Planning and Execution
5. Business Strategy
Purchasing Management
1. Management Roles
2. Purchasing, Procurement
3. Supplier Negotiation
4. Outsourcing
5. Purchasing Decisions
Creating and Managing Supplier Relationships
1. Supplier Relationship Management
2. Supplier Relationship Development
3. Establishing Criteria
4. Distributors
5. Supplier Contracts
Ethical and Sustainable Sourcing
1. Sourcing
2. Sustainability
3. Benchmarks
4. Social and Environmental Impacts of Sourcing
5. Customer Impacts of Ethical and Sustainable Sourcing
Demand Forecasting
1. Demand Forecasting Concepts and Techniques
2. The Importance of Forecasting
3. Demand Planning
4. Forecasting Methods
5. Forecasting Models
Purchasing Management
1. Project Management
2. Creating and Managing Supplier Relationships
3. Resource Planning Systems
Inventory Management
1. Inventory Management
2. Financial Statements
3. Inventory and the Flow of Materials
4. Inventory Tracking Methods
Midterm
Process Management – Lean and Six Sigma
1. Lean Thinking
2. Kanban Systems
3. Quality Management and Quality Control
4. Six Sigma
5. Statistical Tools
Domestic U.S. and Global Logistics
1. Transportation Fundamentals
2. Internal Supply Chain Management
3. International Import Export Standards
4. Modes of Transportation
5. Corporate Social Responsibility
Customer Relationship Management
1. Customer Relationship Management
2. Customer Value
3. Designing a Successful CRM Program
4. The Supply Chain Role in Customer Satisfaction
5. Predicting Customer Behaviors
Global Location Decisions
1. Global Location Decisions
2. Direct Shipment Strategies
3. Intermediate Storage Point Strategies
4. Distribution Channels
Service Response Logistics
1. Service Industries
2. Supply Chain Services and Management
3. Methods to Improve Service Productivity
4. Service Location and Layout Strategies
Supply Chain Process Integration
1. Integration Model
2. Network Optimization
3. Overcoming Obstacles
4. New Product Integration
Performance Measurements
1. Compliance
2. Supply Chain Metrics
3. Measure, Analyze and Improve the Supply Chain
4. Risks
5. Balanced Scorecard and SCOR Model
Your Career Roadmap (optional)
1. Your Skills and Talents
2. Your Resume
3. The Cover Letter
4. Using Email and Social Media
5. Networking
6. Acing the Interview
7. Negotiating Your Salary
8. After You Land the Job
Final Exam

Instructors & Support

Wayne Durr

Wayne Durr is a global supply chain manager with over 30 years of supply chain experience with the US Army, the US Government, Fortune 500 companies and startups. In his tenure as supply chain professional, he has held the titles strategic buyer, senior demand forecaster and ISO 9001 auditor, amongst others. Wayne has Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) (ABD), an MBA in supply chain and operations and Six Sigma Master Black Belt.

Requirements

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course. However, you should have general knowledge of Microsoft Excel before you enroll.

Certification Requirements:

To earn the CSCP designation, you must pass the Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) comprehensive exam offered by the Associate for Supply Chain Management (ASCM).

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

PC: Windows 8 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Microsoft Excel (not included in enrollment)
Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

Principles of Supply Chain Management: A Balanced Approach, by Joel D. Wisner, Keah-Choon Tan, and G. Keong Leong

Please note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder.

FAQ

According to Salary.com, the average supply chain manager salary in the U.S. is $121,170 as of May 01, 2023, but the range typically falls between $107,100 and $137,255.

Note: Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, and the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Supply chain management includes all the activities that must take place to get the right product into the right consumer's hands in the right quantity and at the right time—from raw materials extraction to consumer purchase. Supply chain management focuses on planning and forecasting, purchasing, product assembly, moving, storage, distribution, sales, and customer service.

Supply chain professionals are involved in every facet of the business process as they strive to achieve a sustainable competitive advantage by building and delivering products better, faster, and cheaper.

According to Indeed.com, a supply chain manager, or logistics manager, is responsible for ensuring a business can efficiently source raw materials, manufacture products, store inventory, and transport shipments to consumers or wholesalers. Their duties can include analyzing logistics data to refine the supply chain, negotiating business relationships, and communicating with suppliers and distributors.

Yes. You will be prepared to take the Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) exam offered by the Associate for Supply Chain Management (ASCM).

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive six (6) months to complete the course.

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance.

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Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

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