WHY EVERY SUPPLY CHAIN PROFESSIONAL NEEDS THE APICS CLTD CERTIFICATION
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WHY EVERY SUPPLY CHAIN PROFESSIONAL NEEDS THE APICS CLTD CERTIFICATION
PRESENTERS:
▪ Cathy IammartinoDirector, Product Development
▪ Gabriela Welch, MPA, CAEDirector, Certification
▪ Meghan Glass, PMPProduct Manager, APICS Learning Systems
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Our presenters
Gabriela Welch, MPA, CAE
Director, Certification
▪ Responsible for all APICS credential programs
▪ 10 years in certification and test development
▪ 10 years in not-for-profit and association management
Meghan Glass, PMP
Product Manager, APICS Learning Systems
▪ CLTD 2018 Learning System project manager
▪ 10 years project managing academic programs and curriculum development
▪ Former College & University Instructor
Cathy Iammartino
Director, Product Development
▪ Responsible for APICS courseware product development
▪ 15 years academic and professional publishing and product development
▪ 12 years working in association management
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What we’ll cover today
▪ What is the APICS CLTD certification program?
▪ Why should I earn the CLTD ?
▪ How do I earn the CLTD ?
▪ A few more questions you may have…
▪ Q&A session
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Inside the four walls of your company?
– Product Forecasting
– Master Scheduling
– MRP
– Scheduling Operations
– Cycle Counting
– Inventory Movement
– Receiving
– Capacity Planning
Outside the four walls of your company?
– Supply Chain Design
– Supplier Management
– 3PL, 4PL
– Transportation
– Customs
– Distribution Channels
– Customer Management
Work in the “Deliver” and “Return” part of your company?
– Logistics Management
– 3PLs and Logistics
Services
– Direct or Indirect
Manufacturing
– Transportation
– Distribution Channels
– Importers/Exporters
APICS Certification Programs – What is your area of focus?
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CLTDCPIM
▪Master Planner
▪Master Scheduler
▪Demand Manager
▪Forecaster
Plan
▪Procurement Mgr
▪Procurement Outsourcing Mgr
Source▪Production Manager
▪Production Scheduler
Make
▪Distribution Mgr
▪Transportation Mgr
▪Warehouse Mgr
Deliver▪Reverse Logistics Manager
Return
People Advancing Supply Chain Today
▪ Buyer/Planner
▪ Materials Manager
Operations Manager
Supply Chain Manager
Operations Manager
▪ Customer Service
Manager
CSCP
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What is the CLTD program?
Focus “Deliver” and “Return” focus
Benefits
▪ Expand your outlook in the logistics field and bring new
ideas to your workplace
▪ Demonstrate your long term commitment to the growing
logistics, transportation and distribution profession
Exam ▪ 1 exam
EligibilityEligibility requirements: work experience or education.
Complete the form at apics.org/eligibility
Maintenance5 year certification maintenance period. More information
at apics.org/maintenance
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Top 10 job titles of CLTD certification holders:
1. Logistics Director
2. President / CEO
3. Logistics Manager
4. Global Transportation Manager
5. Materials Manager
Who is the APICS CLTD program designed for?
Source: APICS certification
6. Supply Chain Manager
7. Operations Manager
8. Production Manager
9. Traffic Analyst
10.Consultant
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Why APICS CLTD is critical to logistics success
▪ Provides a body of knowledge, technology know-how, and standards for
those in the logistics, transportation and distribution industries
▪ Reduces the logistic industries skills gap and assists employers in
developing the personnel needed to meet customer demand
▪ Develops the knowledge to effectively manage the integration of inbound
materials management, outbound distribution, and reverse logistics to
maximize a company’s value chain
▪ Demonstrates mastery of logistics best practices
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Gartner’s Top Predictions for Global Logistics Organizations
▪ "While logistics operations might be out of sight, out of mind, logistics is
under significant pressure to deliver near-perfect performance, while
business conditions continue to become more complex, risky and difficult.”
- C. Dwight Klappich, Gartner research vice president
▪ Top issues expected to affect global logistics organizations:
– Environmental and emissions impact reporting
– Need for Chief Compliance and Risk Management Officer
– International flow optimization
– Supply chain execution convergence strategy
Source: SupplyChainBrain.com: Gartner's Top Predictions for Global Logistics Organizations
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CLTD Benefits to Individual Employees
▪ APICS CLTD helps individuals develop
– knowledge to effectively manage the integration of
logistics activities in a global environment
– skills necessary to strategically assess the logistics
activities and make decisions that maximize efficiencies
and impact profits
– greater on-the-job confidence and earning potential
– a network of logistics professionals for collaboration
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CLTD Benefits to Organizations
▪ APICS CLTD helps organizations by
– aligning logistics initiatives with business objectives to
streamline operations and drive profits
– creating common understanding, vocabulary, processes
and frameworks within their teams to address logistics
challenges and opportunities
– building logistics practices on a foundation based on
global standards
– boosting productivity, collaboration and innovation
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The APICS CLTD Learning System
Web-based study tools
▪ Access educational activities to
support reading module content with
over 850 practice questions
–Pretest and Posttest
–SmartStudy plan and Reporting track progress
–Section quizzes, Glossary and Flashcards
–Practice exam - emulate the weighting and timing
of the computer-based exam format
–Resource Center includes a complimentary
download of APICS CLTD ECM
–Mobile access to reading modules, study tools
and resources
–Online access for one year
Module 1 Logistics and Supply Chain Overview
Module 2 Capacity Planning and Demand Management
Module 3 Order Management
Module 4 Inventory and Warehouse Management
Module 5 Transportation
Module 6 Global Logistics Considerations
Module 7 Logistics Network Design
Module 8 Reverse Logistics and Sustainability
Reading Materials (print and digital)
▪ Approximately 950 pages reflect the
most current APICS CLTD body of
knowledge
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Steps to success
1. Choose your Study Method
2. Plan your Studies
3. Study the Materials
4. Practice the Concepts
5. Take the Exam
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Step 1: Choose Your Study Method
▪ Combine self-study materials with expert instruction▪ Discuss topics with your peers▪ Classes offered by APICS Partners worldwide
Instructor-Led Courses
Delivery options to match your learning style and budget:
▪ Study where and when your schedule allows▪ Reading materials and online study tools
Individual Self-Study Program
▪ Group ordering available▪ Choose self-study or instructor-led format▪ Track group progress
Corporate/Group Delivery
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Step 2: Create a study plan
How much time will you need to study?
▪ Every person learns differently and at a different pace.
▪ Recommended study time approximately 65-70 hours
▪ The new CLTD Learning System is designed for adult learners.
▪ Learning System design:
– Condenses the time it takes to prepare.
– Helps you identify and focus on topics that you need to master.
▪ SmartStudy tool provides customized study plans tailored to your
availability.
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Step 2: Create a Study Plan
PRETEST: Take the Pretest and review your results in the report.
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Step 2: Create a Study Plan
SMARTSTUDY TOOL: Input your scores into the SmartStudy tool for a personalized
study plan.
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Step 3: Study the materials
There is no substitute for reading the modules – either printed
or digital version.
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▪ Complete all online quizzes
▪ Review your online reports
— Click the “Reports” button in the online menu
— Take note of the sections where you had the lowest scores
— Be sure to look at the rationales for the correct answers
▪ Focus your final review on low scoring sections
— Go back to the reading materials and review the sections
where your quiz and test scores were the lowest
— Re-take the corresponding online quizzes
▪ Take the Practice Exams
Step 4: Reinforce the concepts
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Key Tips for Exam Success
▪ Choose the right study method for your learning style
▪ Set your exam date to avoid procrastination
▪ Set a study plan, enter it into your calendar, and
commit to it
▪ Know your strengths and weaknesses
▪ Study the Exam Content Manual
▪ Determine your “knowledge gaps” and use the
SmartStudy Tool to spend extra study time in these
areas.
▪ Understand how to apply concepts; go beyond
memorization
▪ View the Techniques for Successfully Taking APICS
Exams video
▪ Be prepared for the testing center and the test
format
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Additional CLTD Study Resources
CLTD Exam Exam Handbook APICS Dictionary
Content Manual (ECM) Exam Procedures 15th Edition
▪ Dictionary App. Available free through the Apple App
Store for iPhone and Google Play for Android
▪ APICS test-taking tips
Dictionary APP
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▪ APPLY FOR ELIGIBLITY
▪ Submit an eligibility application before entering the program (application approvals never
expire!) apics.org/eligibility
▪ To be eligible for the APICS CLTD, a candidate must meet ONE of the following criteria:
– 3 years of supply chain related business experience, OR
– Bachelor’s degree or the international equivalent OR
– CPIM, CSCP (includes APICS Fellows level certifications), CTL, CIRM, SCOR-P, C.P.M.,
CSM or CPSM designations
Supply Chain and Logistics Related Business Experience:
Step 5: Take the Exam
▪ raw materials extraction
▪ transportation and logistics
▪ Procurement
▪ Manufacturing
▪ warehousing
▪ distribution
▪ retail
▪ customer service
▪ software design and support
▪ management
▪ sales
▪ quality control
▪ skilled craft work (technician)
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Step 5: Take the Exam
▪ Exam offered across the globe
– Pearson VUE test centers around the world
▪ Decide when to take the exam
– Registration always open
– On demand testing
▪ Purchase the exam
▪ Schedule and take the exam
– One 3.5-hour timed exam
– 150 multiple-choice questions; 130 scored questions
– Results delivered instantly at test center
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Step 5: Take the Exam
▪ All questions are based on the current
CLTD body of knowledge, as defined in the
CLTD Exam Content Manual
▪ First, read the directions carefully
▪ Read each question carefully and
thoroughly
▪ Choose the BEST answer
▪ Skip questions that are unfamiliar or seem
too difficult
▪ Return to the unfamiliar or difficult ones
later
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Checklist for exam day
✓ Arrive at the test center at least 30 minutes early
✓ Bring the proper IDs (see Handbook)
✓ Online calculators will be provided
✓ Only translation books are allowed
✓ Phones and dictionaries are not allowed (see Handbook)
✓ No breaks unless test center manager is notified (timing of test will not stop)
✓ You’ll receive results immediately
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After exam day
▪ Email notification sent
▪ Proudly show off your new
designation in LinkedIn
▪ APICS credentials
verification
▪ Maintenance program
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CLTD Program Investment
CLTD Learning System (Self-study) Total
APICS PLUS Member $895 (US)
APICS CORE and Nonmembers $1,245 (US)
CLTD Exam Total
APICS PLUS Member $475 (US)
APICS CORE and Nonmembers $625 (US)
Retake Exam $250 (US)
Instructor-led courses include the Learning System and total costs vary by provider – visit
www.learncltd.com/classes-offered to find a local class and inquire about fees.
Volume discounts available for 2 or more programs. Visit learncltd.com/corporate to find out more.
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NEW! CLTD Bundle – Learning System, Exam, 2nd Chance Exam Total
APICS PLUS Member Bundle $1,200 (US)
APICS CORE - Membership Upgrade + Bundle $1,240 (US)
Nonmembers – PLUS membership + Bundle $1,420 (US)
INTRODUCING THE NEW CLTD BUNDLE!
What does the bundle include?
▪ Learning System
▪ Exam Credit/Voucher
– The Exam Credit/Voucher must be
redeemed for your ATT within 6 months of
your initial purchase. The ATT will be valid
for an additional 6 months.
▪ 2nd Chance Exam
– To qualify for the 2nd Chance Exam,
you MUST schedule and take your exam
within 90 days of receiving your ATT. Your
2nd Chance Exam will be valid for 6
months from the date of issue.
PLUS members SAVE $420!
Not a PLUS member? Nonmembers and
APICS CORE members save too with
the Bundle + Membership option
HOW TO ORDER
▪ Visit learn.apics.org/cltd
▪ Call 888-266-9079 (toll-free in the US)
or +1-651-905-2664 (outside US),
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CT,
UTC/GMT-6
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How can I find the money to earn the CLTD?
▪ Tap into Tuition Reimbursement – APICS Chapters and College/University
partners across the country offer on-site, instructor-led courses that may
qualify for employer tuition reimbursement programs.
▪ Corporate Training Budgets at Your Company – Many companies have
budgets set aside for corporate training programs that are different from
tuition reimbursement funds.
▪ Job Training Programs and Military benefits – Depending on your
situation, you may qualify for job training programs or military benefits
through your state or country.
▪ PayPal – Get 6 months to pay for your learning system plus no interest.
Terms and conditions apply. Must be approved through PayPal credit.
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How do I find the time to earn the CLTD?
▪ Rarely a perfect time to commit to certification.
▪ Preparation for the certification exam doesn’t have to take over your entire life.
▪ We recommend studying a minimum of 75 hours for the CLTD exam. And taking the exam within 3 months of finishing the Learning System.
▪ SmartStudy tool included in the CLTD Learning System helps you create a realistic study plan that works for your life. Focus on the areas you need to study most.
▪ Learning System is great for adult learners that are busy professionals. It takes you down the path you need to work through the content and get you to exam day.
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Q&As
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Phone: 1-800-444-2742 or +1-773-867-1777