APICS

APICS Certification

This training focuses on the areas of prioritizing and sequencing of work, executing work plans and implementing controls. Topics include techniques for scheduling and controlling production processes, quality initiatives and continuous improvement, inventory control, authorizing and reporting activities for push / pull systems, and evaluating performance. You can start at any module until all five are completed to receive your CPIM certification.

  • Module 1: Basic Concepts of Supply Chain Management
  • Module 2: Master Planning of Resources
  • Module 3: Detailed Scheduling and Planning
  • Module 4: Execution and Control of Operations
  • Module 5: Strategic Management of Resources

An APICS training schedule can be customized to meet your organization's needs. Contact us at 417-447-8901 or cwd@otc.edu for details.

Course Information Cr Hrs
APICS Module 1: Basic Concepts of Supply Chain Management

This module covers basic concepts in managing the complete flow of materials in supply chain. In basics you get a complete overview of material flow, from internal and external suppliers, to and from your organization.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDQ 255  Sep 21-Nov 2; F  12-4pm  TBD  $1200

APICS Module 2: Master Planning of Resources

Explore the processes used to develop sales and operations plans and identify and assess internal and external demand and forecasting requirements. The course focuses on the importance of producing achievable master schedules that are consistent with business policies, objectives, and resource constraints.

 Course  Dates & Times  Cost 
 WDQ 256  Call for dates and times; 417-447-8888  $1200

APICS Module 3: Detailed Schedule & Planning

Focus on the various techniques for material and capacity scheduling. Study detailed descriptions of material requirements planning (MRP), capacity requirements planning (CRP), inventory management practices, and procurement and supplier planning.

 Course  Dates & Times  Cost
 WDQ 257  Call for dates and times; 417-447-8888  $1200

APICS Module 4: Execution & Control of Operations

Focus is on the areas of prioritizing and sequencing work, executing work plans and implementing controls, reporting activity results, and providing feedback on performance. The module explains techniques for scheduling and controlling production processes, the execution of quality initiatives and continuous improvement plans, and the control and handling of inventories.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDQ 258  May 4-Jun 15; TTH  12-4pm  TBD  $1200

APICS Module 5: Strategic Management of Resources

This module explores the relationship of existing and emerging processes and technologies to manufacturing strategy and supply chain-related functions. The course addresses three main topics: aligning resources with the strategic plan, configuring and integrating operating processes to support the strategic plan, an implementing change.

Topics include:
• Competitive Market Issues
• Choices Affecting Facilities, Supply Chain, Information Technology, and Organizational Design
• Configuring and Integrating Internal Processes
• Evaluating and Managing Projects

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDQ 259  Jul 13-Aug 24; F  12-4pm  CWD  $1200