ASCM - ASCM SCOR–Professional certification

Duration

Duration:

Only 2 Days

Method

Method:

Classroom / Online / Hybrid

Next date

Next date:

24/6/2024 (Monday)

Overview

This accelerated ASCM: SCOR–Professional course, has been created to respond to the needs of professionals new to the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) framework and implementation body of knowledge. Based on a solid repository of improvement program metrics and processes, SCOR has evolved to become an important performance management tool for companies seeking to elevate their supply chain performance.

This course has been specifically designed to provide all types of professionals involved with supply chain:

  • Foundation knowledge of the SCOR Model Reference framework.
  • An understanding of how a supply chain performance team would utilize SCOR in an improvement program.
  • A comprehensive outline of the phases of a typical SCOR improvement program.

In just 2 days, you’ll learn techniques for managing and measuring the performance of a global supply chain using the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model. And through classroom discussion and practical, hands-on exercises participants you’ll also learn how to:

  • Understand the origins and goals of the SCOR framework
  • Understand the structure of the SCOR two volume sourcebook
  • Work with the four central parts of the SCOR framework: Performance, Processes, Practices, People, and Green SCOR ͕ Develop a SCOR improvement program
  • Understand the five phases of a typical SCOR improvement program
  • Apply the SCOR framework to an improvement project
  • By the conclusion of the course, participants will acquire practical tools to use as they embark on a major supply chain improvement program

At the end of this course, you’ll sit the ASCM exam, and achieve your SCOR–Professional certification.

Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll get certified at twice the speed of the traditional training and get access to courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

Audience

This APICS SCOR® Professional course is ideal for supply chain professionals seeking to understand how to apply the SCOR model, how to use and interpret SCOR metrics and how to organize a typical SCOR project. It is also ideal for people involved with:

  • Production management
  • Operations Supply chain management
  • Procurement
  • Materials management
  • Inventory management

Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

  1. Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
  2. You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
  3. Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
  4. Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
  5. You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
  6. You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
  7. You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals
  • * For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
  • ** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to the SCOR Framework

  • Defining SCOR
  • Examining the portfolio of SCOR frameworks
  • Understanding the structure of the SCOR sourcebook
  • Reviewing SCOR nomenclature, codification, tables, and graphics
  • Working with SCOR Performance content and metrics
  • Working with SCOR Processes content and metrics
  • Working with SCOR Practices content and metrics
  • Working with SCOR People content and metrics
  • Working with Green SCOR content and metrics

Module 2: Applying the SCOR Framework

  • Understanding the contents of the SCOR improvement program racetrack
  • Working with improvement program phase 1—Pre-SCOR Steps
  • Discussing the motives for undertaking a SCOR improvement project
  • Developing the SCOR improvement program organization ̥
  • Working with improvement program phase 2—S: Set the Scope
  • Creating the supply chain definition matrix and supply chain geographic map
  • Formalizing the improvement program charter ̥
  • Working with improvement program phase 3—C: Configure the Supply Chain
  • Defining the improvement program SCOR metrics
  • Performing competitive requirements analysis and benchmarking
  • Performing the improvement program gap analysis
  • Working with improvement program phase 4—O: Optimize Projects
  • Creating the preliminary project portfolio
  • Performing an opportunity analysis of improvement projects
  • Prioritizing improvement projects ̥
  • Working with improvement program phase 5—R: Ready for Implementation
  • Conducting the improvement project kick-off
  • Creating SCOR level 4 processes
  • Testing, piloting, and rolling-out the process changes

Exam Track

At the end of this accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

ASCM: SCOR–Professional exam

  • Duration: 2 hours
  • • Format: Administered via computer-based testing • Number of questions: 60 multiple-choice questions • Passing score: The SCOR-P exam score range is 200 to 350. Scores 300 points and above are considered passing, and any score 299 points or below is failing.

    Domains:

    • SCOR Model: (40% of exam) - Key Concepts, Processes, Performance, Best Practices and Skills
    • SCOR Project: (60% of exam) - Key Concepts, Pre-SCOR, Scope, Configure, Optimize and Ready

What's Included

Your accelerated course includes:

  • Accommodation *
  • Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
  • On-site exams **
  • Exam vouchers **
  • Practice tests **
  • Certification Guarantee ***
  • Courseware
  • Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
  • 24-hour lab access
  • Digital courseware **
  • * For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
  • ** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
  • *** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Before attending this accelerated course, you should have:

There are no prerequisites for this accelerated course, but you should possess general mathematical, project management, and business skills.

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

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