The ASCM Central Indiana Chapter offers a variety of meetings and events designed to help supply chain professionals connect, learn, and grow. Whether you're looking to expand your knowledge, network with peers, or gain insight into real-world operations, there’s something for you.
Upcoming Meetings
No meetings at this time
Professional Development Meetings (PDMs)
PDMs feature expert speakers covering current topics in supply chain, operations, and leadership. These sessions are designed to deliver practical insights you can apply immediately in your career.
Why attend?
- Learn from experienced industry professionals
- Stay current on trends and best practices
- Earn professional development points (where applicable)
- Expand your professional network
Facility Tours
Get a behind-the-scenes look at local organizations and see supply chain concepts in action. Tours provide a unique opportunity to observe operations, ask questions, and learn directly from industry practitioners.
Why attend?
- Experience real-world applications of supply chain principles
- Discover innovative processes and technologies
- Engage with professionals in their work environment
- Gain ideas you can bring back to your organization
Board Meetings (Open to Members)
Chapter board meetings are typically held monthly on the 4th Wednesday at 5:45 PM at the APICS Training Office. Members are welcome to attend and gain insight into chapter operations, initiatives, and planning.
Why attend?
- Stay informed on chapter direction and upcoming initiatives
- Share your ideas and provide input
- Network with chapter leadership and fellow members
Seating is limited, so please reserve your spot in advance.
Stay tuned for upcoming events and registration details—we look forward to seeing you soon!
CPIM Part 1 - Public Class - 2019 February Session
February 09, 2019
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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University of Indianapolis
1400 East Hanna Ave
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46227
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CPIM - Certified Production & Inventory Management Part 1 - Basics.
Sessions scheduled on Saturdays from 8AM - 5PM on the following dates:
February 9, 16 and 23
This class is for individuals who want to gain knowledge, learn skills and best practices required to execute, control and improve all of the internal operations within the four walls of their company.
Our Instructor Led course is a comprehensive professional development and certification preparation training program. It combines reading material and interactive web-based study tools to enhance the learning effectiveness.
CPIM was recently re-formatted and divided into two (2) sections, Phase 1 and 2. This training is "Part 1."
Part 1, this session, is Basics of Supply Chain Management. It is universally recognized, entry-level supply chain training. It serves as the foundation for earning the CPIM certification.
This training helps individuals prepare for the CPIM Part 1 exam with almost 600 pages of reading material and 500 on-line practice questions. Under the guidance of your Instructor you will access your current knowledge, learn or refresh concepts and best practices, reinforce knowledge with quizes and tests, participate in learning activities, participate in practice exams, and measure your progress through a post test.
Key topics that will be covered are:
- Introduction to Supply Chain Management
- Demand Management
- Master Planning
- Material Requirements Planning
- Capacity Management
- Purchasing
- Inventory Management
- Execution and Control
- Physical Distribution
- Continuous Improvement
Registration is available on-line through February 1,, 2019 at Noon EST. Registration after that date/time will require special handling. A late fee may be required.
The fee for this class is $1500, and costs cover instruction, manuals, on-line study tools, etc. Third (3rd) party certification exam fee excluded.
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