CISCOM

Certified in Supply Chain & Operations Management



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CISCOM Learning Objectives

 

Upon completion of CISCOM training, the learner will be able to:

 

  • Describe the basic elements and principles of supply chain management.
  • Identify supply chain channels, and factors that affect supply chain performance, such as communication, complexity, and integration.
  • Recognize various supply chain planning processes, such as Sales and Operations Planning, Materials Requirement Planning and Capacity Requirements Planning.
  • Perform calculations used in supply chain management such as Standard Deviation of Forecast Error, Safety Stock Requirement, On Time Shipping Metrics, Economic Order Quantity and Pipeline Inventory.
  • Identify production strategies, for example, Chase and Level, Push and Pull.

 

  • Perform calculations for costs related to production, for example, Cost of Goods Manufactured, Cost of Goods Sold and Contribution Margin.
  • Describe the impact of supplier relationship management on sustainable business operations.
  • Identify inventory management principles and methods.
  • Perform calculations related to inventory management, including First-in, First-Out, and ABC Classification
  • Identify various productivity improvement tools for specific purposes and situations, demonstrating their unique value, including Just In time, Lean and Six Sigma.

ABOUT

 

CISCOM

 

 

Training

 

A comprehensive training program, combining supply chain management, operations and logistics in a single, integrated curriculum.

 

 

The Program

 

The program is administered in accordance with the relevant policies and procedures, and is monitored by the BRASI Advisory Group, an oversight committee comprising representatives from key stakeholder groups, including students, instructors, academia and employers.

 

 

The Curriculum

 

The curriculum is regularly maintained and upgraded, in accordance with the standard ADDIE methodology. The CISCOM Exam is ratified for alignment with the course objectives and the curriculum, and is also monitored by the BRASI Advisory Group.



Eligibility


Eligibility criteria for registration: High School Diploma with two years of work experience, or Bachelor’s degree.


Eligibility criteria fortaking the exam: Minimum 9 out of total 13 sessions (69%) must be attended, and assignments submitted in order to take the CISCOM Exam.

Why CISCOM?

CISCOM offers unique value by combining the supply chain and operations management skills into a single, integrated training program. While supply chain management concepts help understand the relationships between supply chain channel members, focusing on strategic alignment, the operations management skills help deal with the processes internal to an organization, whereby value is added by change of form, function or position. Indeed, CISCOM covers the entire supply chain body of knowledge from the beginning to the end.


Due to increased competition and advancements in logistics technology, employers are looking for trained professionals to lead their business processes. CISCOM prepares candidates for success through applied tools and methodologies.

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BRASI'S CISCOM PROGRAM IS ACCREDITED BY THE AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE (ANSI)

 

CISCOM Certificate Program's Purpose and Scope

 

A competitive supply chain must be aligned with business goals. CISCOM training aims at aligning the supply chain processes from beginning to end, and improving performance through methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma and Just-In-Time. Training includes the use of computer-based supply chain simulation, which improves the understanding of the relationship between various elements of the supply chain, for better decision making.

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PURPOSE

 

To prepare candidates aspiring to work in a supply chain or operations function, and enhance the knowledge and skills of people already employed in such functions, for example: Operations Planning, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Distribution, Customer Service, Inventory Management and others.

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SCOPE

 

The CISCOM program covers job roles in supply chain, logistics and manufacturing operations, for example, Planner, Buyer, Logistics Manager, Warehouse Staff, Inventory Manager, Production Manager, Customer Service Associate and others.

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CISCOM CURRICULUM


CISCOM training covers Supply Chain and Operations Management from beginning to the end, followed by a single exam, conducted online.

MODULE 1: PLANNING
MODULE 2: ORGANIZING
MODULE 3: DELIVERING
MODULE 4: GROWING
EXAM AND MODE OF TRAINING
MODULE 1: PLANNING

CISCOM CURRICULUM

 

Module 1: Planning

Module 1 lays the conceptual foundation for further study of the subject-matter. Topics reviewed include Competitive Strategy, Product Differentiation, SWOT Analysis, Planning Processes, including Sales & Operations Planning, Master Scheduling, Rough-Cut Capacity Planning, Capacity Requirements Planning, Materials Requirements Planning, Distribution Requirements Planning, Inventory Planning and other planning processes.

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MODULE 2: ORGANIZING
MODULE 3: DELIVERING
MODULE 4: GROWING
EXAM AND MODE OF TRAINING

Subsidized Fee

US $1,595

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UNIVERSITY AND COLLEGE STUDENTS

 

Extended Knowledge

Supply chain is one of the most cross-functional processes. Therefore, it is imperative not only for Business, Manufacturing, Engineering and Commerce students but for any other discipline that interacts with supply chains, to have a sound knowledge of the underlying related concepts, and procedures, in order to fully appreciate and optimize its potential. Examples include Information Technology, Project Management, Finance and Accounting, International Trade, and others.

 

The curriculum complements the standard academic curriculum at most universities and colleges, bringing unique value in terms of industry know-how, current best practices, and hands-on knowledge from trade and industry.

FREQUENT QUERIES

 

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INSTRUCTOR-LED TRAINING CREDENTIALS

Instructor qualification: CISCOM training is conducted by instructors with academic qualification and industry experience in supply chain management. Credentials include:

 

  • A relevant professional designation
  • 5 years industry experience
  • 2 years training experience

 

BRASI practices continuous improvement based on feedback from stakeholders including course participants.

FEES, DEADLINES, CANCELLATIONS AND REFUND
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INFERENCE ABOUT CISCOM CERTIFICATE HOLDERS

Inference that can be drawn about CISCOM Certificate Holders: A CISCOM Certificate Holder is capable of developing the Forecast of Sales, calculate Materials Requirement, prepare Production Schedule, calculate Safety Stock requirement, calculate Economic Order Quantity for purchasing or manufacturing, conduct Cycle Count of Inventory, conduct process improvement studies including Lean, Six Sigma, Theory of Constraints and similar activities related to supply chain and operations management.

CISCOM LEARNING SYSTEM
CISCOM CERTIFICATE

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  • Recognition - establishing your mark of excellence.
  • CISCOM designation - a credential that demonstrates your expertise in the subject matter.
  • CISCOM is valid for life - no renewals required.

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