#1 Official APICS & VCARE Courses in Europe

Unlock your potential and advance your career with a Supply Chain certification

Lead the transformation of your company

By earning an supply chain certification, you will gain a competitive advantage on the job market, demonstrate your commitment to the profession, and increase your earning potential.

You will be able to take a leading role in the supply chain management of your company, get the most up-to-date knowledge and additionally you’ll gain access to a network of peers and industry-leading resources.

Your employer will also benefit from your certification. Teams with professionals certified through APICS and VCARE are better prepared to face the challenges of today’s global economy and maintain a competitive edge.

Additionally, it can increase productivity, reduce costs and enhance customer satisfaction.

See our visualization and comparison of the APICS courses to determine which course is right for you.

Those who are ambitious or in a position of Supply Chain Manager, Operations Manager, COO, Plant Manager usually choose CSCP.

APICS course comparison

APICS graduates earn on average 27% more than non-certified employees.

CSCP

Certified Supply Chain Professional

Streamline production and cut costs by strategically looking outside internal operations and throughout the entire supply chain.

Focus on whole end-to-end supply chain management
Extend beyond the organization

CPIM

Certified in Planning and Inventory Management

Earning the APICS CPIM demonstrates mastery of an organization’s internal operations and an in-depth understanding of materials management, master scheduling, forecasting, production planning and how it applies across the extended supply chain.

Focus on planning and sourcing
Work more productively with your company’s processes and initiate continous improvement activities

CLTD

Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution

Increase efficiencies in distribution and warehousing to optimize movent of products to the end customer.

Focus on delivering and returning
Covers whole industry

CTSC

Certified in Transformation in Supply Chain

Increase strategic knowledge and skills to support the successful transformation of supply chain.

Focus on strategies for end-to-end supply chain transformation
Using global standards

VCARE course comparison

CSCL

Certified Supply Chain Logistics Specialist

CSCL focuses on logistics, transportation, warehousing, and the overall flow of goods across the supply chain. Ideal for roles in warehousing, distribution, and transport.

Focused on logistics, transportation, and warehouse operations
Covers modern trends in distribution and material flow optimization

CPIA

Certified Production & Inventory Analyst

CPIA is a course focused on production management, planning, and inventory control. Ideal for those who want to increase production efficiency and minimize material-related costs.

Focused on planning, production, and inventory management
Emphasis on cost reduction and higher production efficiency

CSSC

Certified Supply Chain Specialist

Gain a solid foundation in supply chain management and understand the key processes that connect planning, procurement, production, logistics, and customer service.

Focused on the functioning of the entire supply chain
Cross-departmental and process-wide perspective

Attend the course in-person in Prague or online from the comfort of your own home anywhere in the world

Key Benefits of Supply Chain Certification

Salary Enhancement

Certified supply chain professionals often earn higher salaries than their non-certified colleagues. Employers recognize the value of individuals with a supply chain certification, as they bring specialized skills and a broader understanding of key processes. Obtaining certification can be a strategic investment in your long-term earning potential and career growth.

Leadership Skills

APICS and VCARE certification programs include modules focused on leadership, strategic management, and decision-making within modern supply chain environments. By completing these programs, you gain the skills needed for problem solving, planning, and strategic direction. These competencies strengthen your effectiveness and prepare you for leadership roles across the Supply Chain.

Job Opportunities

Many employers actively seek candidates with a supply chain certification when hiring for Supply Chain or Operations roles. If you hold a certification from APICS or VCARE, you gain access to a wider range of career opportunities and a higher chance of being considered for roles that require or prefer certified professionals.

Supply chain Certification is suitable for professions across multiple industries

Professions

Plan

Category analyst
Supply chain analyst
Demand planner
Business process analyst
Planning engineer
Production scheduler
Inventory analyst
Replenishment manager
Materials manager
Plan manager
Demand manager
Commodity manager
Category manager
SCM Projet Managers
Production Planning Leader
ERP Application Specialist
ERP Application Manager
ERP Developer

Source

Purchasing clerk
Buyer
Procurement specialist
Materials technician
Purchasing agent
Sourcing specialist
Vendor manager
Purchasing manager
Sourcing manager
Supplier manager
Director of procurement
Procurement engineer
Master Planner

Make

Production technician
Capacity manager
Quality manager
Quality technician
Quality specialist
Operational manager
Continuous improvement manager
Lean six sigma specialist
Production manager
Safety manager
Maintenance manager
Manufacturing engineer
Manufacturing manager
Plant manager
Production Supervisor
Continous Improvement Leader

Delivery

Logistics coordinator
Load planner
Inventory associate
Inventory controller
Warehouse supervisor
Logistics manager
Export manager
Inventory control specialist
Logistics specialist
Distribution specialist
Warehouse manager
Logistics analyst
Distribution manager
Transport planner
Logistics Supervisor
Customer Order Desk Leader

Return

Packaging engineer
Customer service representative
Route manager
Import manger
Reverse Logistics Manager

Industries

Aerospace
Automotive
Chemical
Consumer markets FMCG
Industrial
Consumer Electronics

IT infrastructure
Energy – Oil & Gas
Technology
Logistics, transportation, distribution
Warehousing and inventory

Academics
Manufacturing
Consulting
Services
Defense

Pharmaceutical
Education
Government
Healthcare
FMCG

What our graduates say

Supply Chain Education helped me really a lot with proper certification program, finally we decided for CSCP and I don’t regret at all. Whenever I have any question, it was really easy to reach them and get proper answer very soon, even no issue with online connection after 8 PM.

Rob is very experienced and professional lector, very passionate about logistics and supply chains. His stories from real life helped me a lot to understand the themes and remember them after the lessons.

Due to the covid situation we had 10 lessons in Zoom platform on weekly basis from 9:00 to 12:30, it was very convenient. It was first time to have such a difficult topics in English for me, before the first lesson I was little bit scared about the internet connection and if I will keep the pace with the group and with Rob as a Dutch lector, but it wasn’t an issue at all.

I believe all of this lead to my successful exam, although it took lot of selfstudy hours as well.

I had a pleasure of taking a CSCP training in a study group guided by Rob van Stratum in the summer of 2014. Rob has a great skill of presenting complex concepts in an understandable and easily memorable form, as well as put them in a relevant practical business context.

The notes made during these sessions gave me leads to deepening the knowledge in particular areas. And when I had a need to clarify some topics, Rob has been exceptionally responsive and provided additional comments to my questions even at a much later time after the courses. I appreciate a lot Rob's willingness to support his students and lead them to a successful passing of the challenging CSCP exam.

I joined the CPIM II remote individual courses with SUPPLY CHAIN EDUCATION s.r.o. and the overall experience was awesome. The service enables you to accommodate the studying slots in your busy working schedule and is flexible to change.
The instructor, Rob, is very nice, experienced and is always there to support you that you are well prepared for the exam. The convenience and effectivity of this course is just unchallenged.

Recommended to everyone who seeks to pass the CPIM exam!

I am glad to be a part of the APICS family. This certification for sure upgraded my skill set so now I can be more effective and perform my job much better.

This course was a great starting point for my professional knowledge and my career. I can highly recommend this training to everybody in the field.

I would recommend APICS training to all supply chain managers who are interested in making an impact and who want to improve their understanding of the supply chain. We found Rob and Ana to be excellent at delivering the APICS message and keeping the students engaged.

I participated in the class sessions held in Basel in order to prepare for the CSCP exam with Rob. I remember Rob as a very kind and knowledgeable person. The class was very interactive and he provided a great summary of the key topics with real examples. Thanks to this approach, my learning curve went up faster and I could be well prepared for the rest of the studies.

We've gone through lot of content in 4 days. It was a difficult pace to maintain, which implies a lot of work at home to get certified. However, it is clear the teacher has lot of knowledge and experience to bring to the session

Great school!

I attended in 2021 the CPIM 1 course with Ana and really enjoyed it. After the passing the exam, I had much more interviews in SCM field.

Thank you.

I would like to recommend Certified in Production and Inventory Management certification, I have passed the CPIM 2 this year and CPIM 1 in 2020. Very valueble experience, also on-line training was fruitful. My lector Ana was always prepared to help during training and also before test after training.

I am proud to be part of CPIM certificated team.

Vřele doporučují. Personal byl velmi ochotný pomoc.

Challenge acccepted!!!

If you doubt whether to improve your knowledge in supply chain management or not, stop right there.

I gladly recommend Supply Chain Education CZ services and the great support of Jiri Sychra • SCM Professional and Vaclav Sulista 🧭 Consulting.

There are available different certified programs based upon your career path and interests. I’ve chosen the APICS #CSCP program provided by Association for Supply Chain Management, because « a little is never enough ».

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APICS (ASCM)

ASCM stands for the Association for Supply Chain Management. Formerly known as APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society), ASCM is a global professional association dedicated to advancing supply chain management and operations.

The organization plays a crucial role in the industry by providing education, resources, and certifications to professionals and organizations involved in supply chain management.

Supply Chain Education is part of the ASCM Network as an Authorised Channel Partner.

VCARE (Value Chain Applications, Research & Education) is the world’s first knowledge body dedicated to the value chain, headquartered in Toronto, Canada. It blends rigorous research, industry expertise, and 100 % practical education to empower professionals and organizations to turn supply chains into value chains.

What makes VCARE unique:

100 % practical learning, grounded in real-world application, not just theory

Backed by an Education & Research Executive Board (EREB) of global subject-matter experts

Globally recognized certifications and digital badges, verified for authenticity

A strong network of international knowledge partners, extending reach and relevance

A commitment to open resources and knowledge sharing (free learning materials, white papers, podcasts) as part of their CSR efforts

Official ASCM (APICS) and VCARE partner since 2013

Supply Chain Education is an Official ASCM (APICS) and VCARE partner. Our tutors are certified and globally recognized APICS and VCARE Training Partners and committed to enhancing our students’ core competencies in supply chain operations.

All tutors have a wealth of experience in supply chain management which we will be happy to share with you.