January 2012 Newsletter
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Our new web page showcasing apics Corporate Members is now live.  If you are a Corporate Member and would like to add your logo and website, please email us.
 
... and don't forget job adverts!
Members may also place job advertisements on the National website here.  This service is free - simply email us your advert and a logo.

Deborah Rose Scholarship - Last Chance!
The Deborah Rose Scholarship will allow a student each year to undertake the APICS CPIM Basics of Supply Chain Management module.  

We would like to encourage potential students to apply during an extended application period.  If you're not entirely sure what is required to apply, please feel free to contact us.  All applications will be considered.

Applications extended to Friday 13 January.  The winner will be notified by Friday 20 January.



CPIM Term 1 Schedule
We have all modules of the CPIM available in Term 1 2012.  Register now to secure yourself a seat.
 
Module Evening 6-9pm Daytime 9am-5pm
Basics of Supply Chain Management Starts Monday 6 Feb Starts Saturday 11 Feb
Master Planning of Resources Starts Tuesday 7 Feb Starts Friday 24 Feb
Detailed Scheduling & Planning Starts Friday 17 Feb
Execution & Control of Operations Starts Saturday 18 Feb
Strategic Management of Resources Starts Friday 17 Feb
 
 
CPIM Term 1 on the Central Coast
We hope to hold two classes in the Newcastle area in Term 1 - for new and continuing students.
 
Module Daytime 9am-5pm
Basics of Supply Chain Management Starts Monday 6 Feb
Master Planning of Resources Starts Monday 27 Feb
 
Full Schedule  |  Registration Form  (Please indicate Central Coast when registering)
 
CSCP Semester 1 2012
Newly updated CSCP material for 2012 is now available.  Please note an Eligibility Application must be submitted prior to or with your Enrolment.
 
Instructor-led course Starting Fri 23 March
Self Study Material available for purchase at any time
 
Full Schedule  (Applications available for download on this page)
 
Principles of Purchasing & Contract Management
Ideal for those new to Purchasing & Contract Management, this course is comprised of two Cert IV units. 
 
Term 1 Daytime 9am-4.30pm Starts Thurs 8 March
 
 
Diploma of Purchasing
The Diploma of Purchasing is comprised of nine units packaged into four modules.  For continuing and new students, we have one module available in Term 1:
 
Module Daytime 9am-4.30pm
Establishing & Managing Contracts & Contract Performance Starts Wed 22 Feb
 
 

Supply Chain Mentoring
Applications are still open for both Mentors and Mentees who wish to participate in this program during 2012.  Applications close 10 February.

Email us to express interest or visit the webpage for more information.


Current Sponsors
apics NSW enjoys the support of these organisations:

Demand Management Systems sponsor our Student of the Year Awards and our annual calendar;  Pronto Software provide support by sponsoring our CPIM course material and eNewsletters;  and Dexion who allow us to improve professionalism within the supply chain industry by sponsoring the apics/LAA Supply Chain Mentoring Program.

Appreciation also goes to the LAA Ltd and Department of Trade & Investment (Industry & Investment NSW).

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WHS Awareness Workshop
1 February 2012  |  9am-1pm   Half day workshop

This four hour practical workshop gives you an overview of the new work health and safety (WHS) laws that are effective from 1 January 2012 and how these changes impact you, your business and its systems.  
 
Specifically tailored for those in the manufacturing, logistics and supply chain sectors, this workshop is ideal for managers, employers and staff who bear a responsibility for workplace safety or need to exercise a level of due diligence in managing staff and activities.


WHS Risk Management
7 February 2012  |  9am-4.30pm   One day workshop

This workshop will give you the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary to identify, assess and control risks in your workplace.  Ideal for managers and supervisors as well as operational staff who want to gain an understanding and apply the risk management process to the workplace.  There will be ample opportunity to pose questions about the updated WHS Act.


Supply Chain Perspectives for Procurement Decisions
8 February 2012  |  6-8pm   Free presentation & networking event

In this presentation, Ramona Prescott, Category Manager with the Portland Group, will present a compelling argument for the combined efforts of Supply Chain and Procurement functions in developing, delivering and sustaining your business' supply chains to meet business imperatives at best total cost.


Advanced Planning & Scheduling
15 February 2012  |  9am-4.30pm   New One day short course

In order to optimise your supply chain, you need to understand the underlying planning and scheduling drivers and logic that apply to your business and industry.  In this workshop we introduce you to the four planning and scheduling logics - MRP, JIT, TOC and PFS - and how to determine which will work best for you.


OneSteel Sydney Steel Mill Site Visit
21 February 2012  |  10am-1pm   Exclusive to apics Members!

During this site visit you will get to see a state of the art steel manufacturing operation and hear first-hand about key focus areas such as environmental efforts, safety values and business improvement systems.


A Lean Enterprise Evolution
14 March 2012  |  6-8pm   Free presentation & networking event

In this presentation David Massey, Manufacturing Manager at Philips Dynalite, will explore an integral part in the development of the company's ability to produce exceptional products and systems - its lean enterprise evolution. 


Supply Chain Metrics
14 & 15 March 2012  |  9am-4.30pm   Two day short course

This workshop will review concepts and practices in Supply Chain performance measurement, leaving you with a deeper understanding of the measures used to manage Supply Chains.  It will be interactive and transfer real, implementable knowledge which will energise your measures so that they deliver results for your organisation.


Essentials of Inventory Management
26 & 27 March 2012  |  9am-4.30pm   Two day short course

In this course you will be introduced to essential vocabulary and skills necessary for identifying and applying the basic principles of inventory management.  Learn fundamental principles and techniques of inventory management, understand your role and responsibilities in the control of inventory and discover the impact that inventory can have on your business.


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