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 Duration 35 hours

Course Outline

Introduction

  • Overview of the CSCP certification
  • Course structure and learning objectives
  • Value and advantages of CSCP certification

Introduction to Supply Chain Management

  • Definitions and core concepts
  • Supply chain processes and flows
  • The strategic role of supply chain management within organizations

Supply Chain Strategy and Design

  • Formulating supply chain strategies
  • Designing supply chain networks
  • Key performance indicators for supply chain

Understanding Demand

  • Factors that influence demand
  • Demand planning and control

Forecasting Techniques

  • Quantitative and qualitative forecasting methods
  • Measuring forecasting accuracy and error
  • Collaborative planning, forecasting, and replenishment (CPFR)

Supply Chain Planning

  • Sales and operations planning (S&OP)
  • Inventory planning and management
  • Capacity planning

Supply Chain Execution

  • Order management
  • Manufacturing and service operations
  • Logistics and distribution

Sourcing Strategies

  • Supplier selection and assessment
  • Strategic sourcing and procurement workflows

Negotiation and Contract Management

  • Negotiation techniques
  • Contract administration and compliance

Global Sourcing

  • Challenges and approaches in global sourcing
  • Mitigating global supply chain risks

Internal Operations and Inventory Management

  • Production planning and scheduling
  • Inventory management methods
  • Warehouse and distribution management

Lean and Six Sigma in Supply Chain

  • Lean principles and associated tools
  • Six Sigma methodologies
  • Continuous improvement in supply chain operations

Logistics Management

  • Transportation modes and strategies
  • Logistics network design

Reverse Logistics

  • Managing returns and reverse logistics
  • Sustainability in logistics

Technology in Supply Chain

  • The role of information technology in the supply chain
  • Emerging technologies (IoT, AI, Blockchain)

Data Analytics for Supply Chain

  • Data collection and analysis
  • Predictive analytics and decision support

Identifying and Assessing Risks

  • Types of supply chain risks
  • Risk assessment techniques

Mitigating and Managing Risks

  • Strategies for risk mitigation
  • Business continuity planning

Global Supply Chain Challenges

  • Managing international logistics
  • Regulatory and compliance considerations

Cross-Cultural and Global Leadership

  • Cross-cultural communication and negotiation
  • Leading global supply chain teams

CSCP Exam Overview and Preparation

  • Exam format and content structure
  • Study tips and recommended resources
  • Mock exams and practice questions
  • Review of key concepts and complex topics

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Practical experience in supply chain management, logistics, operations, or a related field
  • Foundational knowledge of supply chain concepts, including procurement, logistics, and inventory management

Target Audience

  • Supply chain professionals
  • Managers

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