This is a series of 5 modules developed by the American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS). The CPIM qualification is internationally recognised and has been the foremost standard in the filed of Production and Inventory control since 1973. The course is supported by independent examinations which can be taken online at centres in London and Glasgow .

Basics of Supply Chain Management Covers Basic concepts in managing the complete flow of materials in a supply chain.

Master Planning of Resources explores sales and operations planning processes used to develop production plans and forecasting requirements.

Detailed Scheduling and planning examines the various techniquesfor material and Capacity scheduling.

Execution and control of Operations focuses on the areas of prioritizing and sequencing work, executing work plans and implementing controls, reporting activity results and providing feedback on performance

Strategic Management of Resources explores the relationship of existing and emerging processes and technologies to manufacturing strategy and supply chain related functions.