APIC 1191 Supply Chain Professional Certification (CSCP)
| School | School of Business + Media |
|---|---|
| Program | Elective to the Material Management Cert |
| Course Credits | 3.5 |
| Minimum Passing Grade | 50% |
| Start Date | January 07, 2021 |
| End Date | April 08, 2021 |
| Total Hours | 49 |
| Total Weeks | 14 |
| Hours/Weeks | 3.5 |
| Delivery Type | Lecture/Lab |
| CRN | 86598 |
Acknowledgement of Territories
The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam).
Instructor Details
| Name | Jason DeRoche |
|---|---|
| Instructor to provide | |
| Location | N/A |
| Office Hours | Instructor to provide |
Course Description
The APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) course provides the student with a comprehensive view to the CSCP learning system expands the student's knowledge and expertise in the supply chain management field. Topics of study include supplier and customer relations, international trade, physical logistics, and the use of information technology as a supply chain enabler. In addition, it helps the student prepare for the CSCP exam.
Course Learning Outcomes/Competencies
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Understand how successful supply chain management adds value to your organization.
- Learn how to develop a supply chain strategy that aligns with corporate strategy.
- Understand natural dynamics within the supply chain to optimize performance and profitability.
- Evaluate the process constraints and choices within global logistics.
- Understand how customer data can improve service performance and increase value to suppliers and customers.
- Understand the strategic importance of purchasing and supplier relationships.
- Understand the innovative technologies enabling collaborative commerce and global visibility.
- Use Certification Study Guides and on line Learning System for CSCP exam preparation.
Learning Resources
The Primary learning resources is a the CSCP study kit. This combines print materials and interactive web-based study tools delivering 1,100 pages of content and over 1,400 practice test questions. It can be implemented in two learning formats: self-directed and instructor-led. This allows you to choose the most effective learning style for you. The learning kit contains both print materials and a online learning portal. This combined with the class room led discussions provides the student with all the materials needed to prepare for the cscp exam.
The Web-based tools included in the CSCP on line Learning System will help students and instructors determine initial level of knowledge, create a study plan based on student’s individual needs, reinforce studies with practice tests, and track learning progress through progress reports. The Web-based portion of the course consists of the following components.
· Pre- and post-tests
These practice tests, consisting of 50 multiple-choice questions each, cover content drawn from the entire system. After each question, students will be provided with immediate feedback, including the correct answer and the rationale for that answer. A running total of questions answered correctly is provided as students proceed through the test. The pre-test results will provide students with an indication of those areas that require the most attention. The post-test results will measure student progress following their completion of the course.
· Module-specific tests
Functioning similarly to the pre- and post-tests, the module-specific tests allow students to check their understanding and retention of materials within a given module. The questions include immediate feedback, answer rationales, and reference to the relevant sections in the text so students can review trouble areas.
See www.learncscp.com for more information
Course Goals
The APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) course provides the student with a comprehensive view to the CSCP learning system expands the student's knowledge and expertise in the supply chain management field.
Evaluation Criteria
| Criteria | % | Comments |
| Final exam | 40 | 50 multiple choice and and 4 pages of short answer |
| Case study presentation | 20 | 10 min power point presentation |
| Online quizzes | 30 | weekly quizzes from the APICS online learning portal |
| Participation | 10 | active participation in class |
Course Specific Requirements
This courses is a prep program for writing the CSCP certification exam. This is not a entry level supply chain course. An suggested pre course would be APIC1161. Successful students will require many years of industry experience and/or a combination of academic acumen. In addition to classroom time students will require to spend 80-120 hours of additional study work.
To complete the CSCP certification an external certification exam is required. Exam eligibility is done via www.apics.org prior to taken the certification exam. There is an extra cost for this exam.
Find exam information here: https://apics-vancouver.org/EXAM_Purchase_Instructions
Prerequisites are:
- 3 years of related business experience or
- Bachelor’s degree or the international equivalent*, or
- CPIM, CFPIM, CIRM, SCOR-P, C.P.M., CSM or CPSM designations
Other information
The APICS CSCP designation is for professionals who are interested in increasing their knowledge and expertise in the comprehensive end-to-end global supply chain management.
Personal Benefits
The APICS CSCP program will give you more credibility and recognition in your workplace. You can distinguish yourself by committing to continued education that will help you sharpen your skills. This program gives you the opportunity to master supply chain management and all its facets-all on the cutting edge of new developments and concepts.
The APICS CSCP will help you advance your career while giving you the foundation to improve your company’s competitive position and profitability.
You can also earn APICS CPIM maintenance points for APICS CSCP participation. Depending on the course format, earn up to 40 professional development points towards APICS CPIM certification maintenance with a passing score on the APICS CSCP Learning System posttest. Earn another 20 points by passing the APICS CSCP certification exam.
Organizational Benefits
From day one, individuals can apply their knowledge to contribute to the solution of everyday work issues. Teams that pursue the APICS CSCP program will have a consistent foundation and structure, a common vocabulary and an understanding of the underlying information technologies to collaborate on cross-departmental business solutions. In turn, it will increase an individual’s contributions and overall team effectiveness.
To test drive the program and to learn more please go to www.learncscp.com
Statement for prior learning assessment
This is a advanced course in supply chain. It is highly recommended that the students have either 5 years of industry experiance and or a 4 years degree in business.
Course Schedule and Assignments
| COURSE SCHEDULE AND PREREADING | |||
| Module | Section | Chapter | |
| class 1 | Course Introduction and registration | Course Introduction and registration | Course Introduction and registration |
| class 2 | Module 1: Supply Chain Design | Section A: Develop the Supply Chain Strategy | Chapter 1: Inputs to Supply Chain Strategy |
| class 2 | Module 1: Supply Chain Design | Section A: Develop the Supply Chain Strategy | Chapter 2: Supply Chains and Supply Chain Strategy |
| Class 3 | Module 1: Supply Chain Design | Section A: Develop the Supply Chain Strategy | Chapter 3: Resolving Misalignments or Gaps |
| Class 3 | Module 1: Supply Chain Design | Section A: Develop the Supply Chain Strategy | Chapter 4: Tools and Techniques |
| Class 3 | Module 1: Supply Chain Design | Section B: Design the Supply Chain | Chapter 1: Business Considerations |
| Class4 | Module 1: Supply Chain Design | Section B: Design the Supply Chain | Chapter 2: Supply Chain Design |
| Class 4-5 | Module 1: Supply Chain Design | Section B: Design the Supply Chain | Chapter 3: Technology Design |
| Class 5 | Module 1: Supply Chain Design | Section B: Design the Supply Chain | Chapter 4: Implementation Tools: Communications and Projects |
| Class 6 | Module 2: Supply Chain Planning and Execution | Section A: Procure and Deliver Goods and Services | Chapter 1: Demand Management |
| Class 6-7 | Module 2: Supply Chain Planning and Execution | Section A: Procure and Deliver Goods and Services | Chapter 2: Operations Planning and Control |
| class 7 | Module 2: Supply Chain Planning and Execution | Section A: Procure and Deliver Goods and Services | Chapter 3: Inventory Management |
| Class 8 | Module 2: Supply Chain Planning and Execution | Section A: Procure and Deliver Goods and Services | Chapter 4: Supply Management |
| Class 8-9 | Module 2: Supply Chain Planning and Execution | Section A: Procure and Deliver Goods and Services | Chapter 5: Logistics |
| Class 9 | Module 2: Supply Chain Planning and Execution | Section A: Procure and Deliver Goods and Services | Chapter 6: Monetary, Regulatory, and Trade Considerations |
| Class 9 | Module 2: Supply Chain Planning and Execution | Section B: Manage the Relationship with Supply Chain Partners | Chapter 1: Segmentation |
| Class 10 | Module 2: Supply Chain Planning and Execution | Section B: Manage the Relationship with Supply Chain Partners | Chapter 2: Customer Relationship Management (CRM) |
| Class 10 | Module 2: Supply Chain Planning and Execution | Section B: Manage the Relationship with Supply Chain Partners | Chapter 3: Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) |
| Class 10 | Module 2: Supply Chain Planning and Execution | Section B: Manage the Relationship with Supply Chain Partners | Chapter 4: Linkages between CRM and SRM |
| Class 11 | Module 2: Supply Chain Planning and Execution | Section C: Manage Reverse Logistics | Chapter 1: Reverse Logistics |
| Class 11 | Module 2: Supply Chain Planning and Execution | Section C: Manage Reverse Logistics | Chapter 2: Waste Considerations |
| Class 11 | Module 3: Supply Chain Improvement and Best Practices | Section A: Comply with Standards, Regulations, and Sustainable Best Practices | Chapter 1: International Standards and Regulatory Compliance |
| Class 11 | Module 3: Supply Chain Improvement and Best Practices | Section A: Comply with Standards, Regulations, and Sustainable Best Practices | Chapter 2: Corporate Social Responsibility Considerations |
| Class 11 | Module 3: Supply Chain Improvement and Best Practices | Section A: Comply with Standards, Regulations, and Sustainable Best Practices | Chapter 3: Social, Environmental, Safety, and Quality Accreditations and Certifications |
| Class 12 | Module 3: Supply Chain Improvement and Best Practices | Section B: Manage Risk in the Supply Chain | Chapter 1: Risk Identification |
| Class 12 | Module 3: Supply Chain Improvement and Best Practices | Section B: Manage Risk in the Supply Chain | Chapter 2: Risk Assessment and Classification |
| Class 12 | Module 3: Supply Chain Improvement and Best Practices | Section B: Manage Risk in the Supply Chain | Chapter 3: Risk Response |
| Class 12 | Module 3: Supply Chain Improvement and Best Practices | Section B: Manage Risk in the Supply Chain | Chapter 4: Security, Regulatory, and Compliance Concerns |
| Class 12 | Module 3: Supply Chain Improvement and Best Practices | Section C: Measure, Analyze, and Improve the Supply Chain | Chapter 1: Supply Chain Metrics |
| Class 13 | Module 3: Supply Chain Improvement and Best Practices | Section C: Measure, Analyze, and Improve the Supply Chain | Chapter 2: Measuring Performance and Customer Service |
| Class 13 | Module 3: Supply Chain Improvement and Best Practices | Section C: Measure, Analyze, and Improve the Supply Chain | Chapter 3: Continuous Improvement and Change Management |
| Class 14 | Final Exam and Course Debrief | Final Exam and Course Debrief | Final Exam and Course Debrief |
Course topics
Module 1
Supply Chain Design
- Considering inputs and objectives of supply chain management strategy
- Recognizing and resolving misalignments and gaps
- Accounting and financial reporting information, strategic analysis tools, and economic considerations
- Designing the supply chain while understanding and working within business considerations
- Designing fulfillment strategies and products for different markets and requirements
- Identifying and managing market segments
- Understanding electronic business considerations and key technology applications
- Understanding implementation tools including project management processes communication
Module 2
Supply Chain Planning and Execution
- Procuring and delivering goods and services using supply chain management
- Using demand management, including demand forecasting and prioritization
- Using master planning, master scheduling, and sales and operations planning (S&OP)
- Managing, planning, and controlling inventory
- Understanding the effects of inventory on financial statements and inventory-related cost categories
- Managing supply in the supply chain based on total cost of ownership and make-versus-buy analysis
- Developing supply plans based on buyer-supplier relationships
- Logistics and warehouse management, forecasting, and planning
- Making considerations for trade, regulation, and currency funds flow
- Segmentation of customer-driven marketing, customers, suppliers, and other partners
- Fundamentals of supplier relationship management (SRM) and customer relationship management (CRM)
- Managing reverse logistics and waste
Module 3
Supply Chain Improvement and Best Practices
- Standards, regulations, and sustainable best practices compliance
- International standards and considerations for import/export, intellectual property, licensing, tax and accounting, and labor laws
- Corporate social responsibility for sustainability, UN Global Compact, and GRI initiatives
- Accreditations, certifications, and standards for quality, environmental, social, and safety
- Identifying, assessing, classifying and responding to risks
- Compliance, security, and regulatory concerns
- Improving the supply chain through measuring performance and supply chain metrics focused on customers, financial reports, and operational practices, and customer service
- Utilizing continuous improvement and change management techniques and principles, including lean and just-in-time as well as other continuous improvement philosophies
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Regular attendance in lectures and labs is seen as integral to student success, therefore, attendance in class is monitored. Unexcused absences in excess of 10% of the time prescribed for this course may result in the assignment of a failing grade. Attendance may be taken at any time during class. A student not present for attendance will be marked absent. A student who leaves class for a period of time deemed excessive by the instructor may be considered absent regardless of whether they are present when attendance is taken.
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Jason DeRoche, Instructor
November 02, 2020
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Ron Wlock, Program Head
November 03, 2020
I verify that this course outline has been reviewed and complies with BCIT policy.
Phil Ramer, Associate Dean
November 03, 2020
Note: Should changes be required to the content of this course outline, students will be given reasonable notice.