Course Overview

The Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) Certification Training is a comprehensive, self-paced online certification training programme designed to build practical, job-ready expertise in Demand Management. It explores Demand Management, Master Scheduling, MRP, Capacity Planning and Inventory Management and equips you with the skills to understand end-to-end planning and inventory management concepts, apply demand management and forecasting techniques and build master production schedules and material requirements plans. Delivered 100% online and fully self-paced, this demand management course lets you learn anytime and at your own pace, with expert-developed content, real-world case studies, practical exercises and downloadable resources. It is ideal for procurement & sourcing professionals and supply chain & logistics staff, and for anyone looking to strengthen their skills, accelerate their professional development and advance their career in Supply Chain & Procurement. On completion you earn a recognised, CPD-eligible Certificate of Completion, while preparing thoroughly for the CPIM certification.

Course Description

The Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) Certification Training combines expert knowledge with practical, real-world application and structured preparation for the CPIM examination. It is suitable for procurement & sourcing professionals, supply chain & logistics staff, operations & inventory managers and certification candidates, and for other professionals seeking to develop their expertise and advance their careers in Supply Chain & Procurement.

The course examines the core principles, tools and techniques of Demand Management, and develops the practical capabilities required to understand end-to-end planning and inventory management concepts, apply demand management and forecasting techniques and build master production schedules and material requirements plans.

What's Included:

  • Comprehensive CPIM certification training
  • Coverage of the key Supply Chain & Procurement knowledge areas
  • Supply Chain Strategy & Fundamentals
  • Demand Management & Forecasting
  • Master Planning & MRP
  • Capacity Planning & Scheduling
  • Inventory Management
  • Quality, Lean & Exam Readiness
  • Practical case studies and real-world workplace scenarios
  • Interactive exercises and applied learning activities
  • Structured preparation for the CPIM examination
  • Revision and knowledge-check activities
  • Downloadable templates, tools and resources
  • Practical application of Demand Management concepts
  • CPD-eligible Certificate of Completion

Key Skills Gained in the Course

Participants will develop skills in:

  • Demand Management
  • Master Scheduling
  • MRP
  • Capacity Planning
  • Inventory Management
  • Lean & Continuous Improvement
  • Supply Chain Strategy & Fundamentals
  • Demand Management & Forecasting
  • Master Planning & MRP
  • Capacity Planning & Scheduling
  • Quality, Lean & Exam Readiness
  • Stakeholder communication and engagement
  • Analytical and critical thinking
  • Strategic decision-making
  • Applying professional best practice
  • Driving continuous improvement

Course Key Features

Understand end-to-end planning and inventory management concepts

Apply demand management and forecasting techniques

Build master production schedules and material requirements plans

Plan and manage capacity, scheduling and execution

Optimise inventory levels, accuracy and service

Drive quality, lean and continuous improvement in operations

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Who Usually Attend

Procurement & Sourcing Professionals

Buyers, category and sourcing managers looking to formalise and advance their expertise.

Supply Chain & Logistics Staff

Planners, analysts and coordinators responsible for end-to-end supply chain performance.

Operations & Inventory Managers

Professionals managing production, inventory, warehousing or distribution.

Certification Candidates

Anyone preparing for a globally recognised supply chain or procurement credential.

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Course Outline

Operating environments and strategy

Planning hierarchy overview

Key planning and inventory terminology

Forecasting methods and error

Demand planning and prioritisation

Sales and operations planning link

Master production scheduling

Bills of material and material requirements planning

Managing changes and exceptions

Capacity requirements planning

Scheduling and sequencing

Managing bottlenecks and constraints

Inventory functions, costs and policies

Order quantities and safety stock

Accuracy, cycle counting and control

Lean and continuous improvement

Quality and performance measurement

Exam strategy and practice questions

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Get ongoing support and access to our alumni network for continued learning and growth.

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Choose from multiple training formats and schedules to fit your busy professional life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

CPIM from ASCM (APICS) is the global standard for production and inventory management. This programme builds deep, practical expertise in demand management, planning, scheduling, inventory and continuous improvement — the engine room of operations and manufacturing. Key areas include Demand Management, Master Scheduling, MRP and Capacity Planning.

By the end of the course you will be able to understand end-to-end planning and inventory management concepts, apply demand management and forecasting techniques, build master production schedules and material requirements plans and plan and manage capacity, scheduling and execution.

The course is organised into 6 modules: Supply Chain Strategy & Fundamentals, Demand Management & Forecasting, Master Planning & MRP, Capacity Planning & Scheduling, Inventory Management and Quality, Lean & Exam Readiness.

You will develop practical skills to plan and manage capacity, scheduling and execution, optimise inventory levels, accuracy and service and drive quality, lean and continuous improvement in operations — capabilities you can apply in your role immediately.

This course is ideal for procurement & Sourcing Professionals, supply Chain & Logistics Staff, operations & Inventory Managers and certification Candidates. Anyone who wants to build confident, practical expertise in demand Management will benefit.

Yes. The Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) Certification Training is well suited to working professionals with some exposure to the area. Newcomers can follow it comfortably, while more experienced participants will sharpen and formalise their existing knowledge.

Yes. The Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) Certification Training is designed for professionals in Supply Chain & Procurement and closely related roles, and the examples and exercises are drawn from real, industry-relevant situations.

Yes. The course blends concise theory with hands-on application through worked examples, scenario-based exercises, downloadable templates and case studies — for instance when working through master Planning & MRP — so you can put the learning into practice.

The Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) Certification Training is fully self-paced and delivered online. You enrol whenever suits you, work through the modules at your own speed, revisit material as often as you like, and access all resources online with learner support throughout.

The programme is equivalent to around 5 days of training. Because it is self-paced, you can complete it faster or more gradually to fit around your schedule.

On completing the Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) Certification Training you receive a Duxford Growth Partners Certificate of Completion, which includes CPD credits and can be shared with your employer or on your professional profile.

The course strengthens your credibility and career prospects by giving you current, practical expertise in demand Management. It helps you take on greater responsibility, contribute more effectively to your team, and demonstrate a recognised commitment to your professional growth.

Your understanding is reinforced through knowledge checks and exam-style practice throughout. The course is aligned to the CPIM syllabus and prepares you for the official examination, which is set and administered separately by ASCM (APICS).

No — completing this programme awards a Duxford Growth Partners Certificate of Completion. The official CPIM credential is awarded by ASCM (APICS) only after you pass their separate examination, which you register for and sit directly with them. This course prepares you thoroughly for that exam.

There are no strict prerequisites to enrol on the Duxford course — a basic working familiarity with the subject is helpful. Eligibility and any prerequisites for the official CPIM examination are set by ASCM (APICS), so we recommend checking their current requirements before booking.

Forecasting methods and error. Demand planning and prioritisation.

Capacity requirements planning. Scheduling and sequencing.

Inventory functions, costs and policies. Order quantities and safety stock.

Yes. MRP is one of the core themes of the course and is addressed in depth, alongside Demand Management, Master Scheduling and Capacity Planning.

The Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) Certification Training is developed and delivered by experienced practitioners, is fully self-paced so it fits around your commitments, uses real-world examples and templates, and earns you a CPD-eligible Certificate of Completion — practical, credible and career-focused.