Certified Production and Inventory Analyst

Operating within a manufacturing and operations environment and having control over the wide range of manufacturing activities that take place within a typical manufacturing or process industry is a competitive advantage in today’s dynamic economy. Gaining this competitive advantage requires being able to identify the various operations within manufacturing and operations, and in turn, recognizing the need to initiate and implement a number of continuous improvement initiatives to reduce operating costs and increase throughput.

This program is designed to increase your knowledge of a business environment and in particular the role manufacturing plays in business. The program will provide insights into the many opportunities that exist within manufacturing for well-qualified personnel. The program covers the role of manufacturing and operations in the 21st century, how manufacturing forms the “engine” of the supply chain, the role of planning and scheduling in manufacturing, the various manufacturing strategies and engineering materials, and the materials management and industrial engineering support functions. Each presents a challenge to those who are engaged in the field of manufacturing and operations.

Certified Production and Inventory Analyst is designed to help you develop an understanding of:

Introduction to manufacturing and operations management Planning and scheduling Materials management Manufacturing and manufacturing processes Manufacturing and operations support functions

Certified Production and Inventory Analyst is designed for an audience of:

Supply chain operations, production planning, procurement executives, supervisors, managers, and department heads, particularly those at the supervisory level tasked with managing inventories, quality control, product development, R&D, and business planning management activities. Manufacturing personnel, particularly those at an operational level tasked with participating in a manufacturing environment. Individuals wishing to enhance their knowledge of manufacturing, production, planning, and methodology of supply chain operations. Employees who may interact with higher-level supply chain leaders and wish to feel on equal footing regarding knowledge. Manufacturing supervision, those entrusted with the operation of a company’s manufacturing facilities. Individuals wishing to enhance their knowledge of manufacturing and operations in the 21st Century. Career starters wishing to make manufacturing, production, and inventory management a career within the supply chain. Bachelor’s and master’s level students who wish to supplement an advanced degree with an equally advanced supply chain certification to gain a competitive advantage in the job market.