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CPSM Exam Preparation Exam 2
“Effective Supply Management Performance ”

This program aids in preparing candidates for Exam 2 of the three exams that are the cornerstone of the Institute for Supply Management’s (ISM) certification process. This workshop focuses on the twenty-four tasks designated by ISM for Exam 2 titled “Effective Supply Management Performancet”. The program's interactive format includes lecture and discussion, examples, exercises and practice exam questions and review. It is supported with a PowerPoint presentation and a bound handout and is suitable for a wide range of purchasing and supply professionals.

Targeted Areas of Knowledge

Task	Description	Task	Description
2-A-1	Market Conditions & Trends	2-D-2	Performance Criteria
2-A-2	Developing Supply Forecasts	2-D-3	Compliance
2-A-3	Managing Forecasts with Suppliers	2-D-4	Audits
2-B-1	Logistics Facilities	2-E-1	Requirements Planning Systems
2-B-2	Traffic/Distribution Policies	2-E-2	Optimizing Capacity & Resource Utilization
2-B-3	International Transportation	2-F-1	Product/Service Development
2-B-4	Freight Loss/Damage	2-F-2	Ramp-Up Strategies
2-C-1	Standardization	2-G-1	Project Management
2-C-2	Inventory Management	2-G-2	Continuous Supply Management Improvement
2-C-3	Asset Management	2-H-1	Supplier Certification
2-C-4	Investment Recovery	2-H-2	Continuous Quality Improvement
2-D-1	Monitoring Performance	2-H-3	Continuous Supplier Quality Improvement

Most Likely to Attend

This program is especially valuable to candidates pursuing either the Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) credential. It also has value for supply management professionals interested in expanding their knowledge of the areas described in the outline; for experienced professionals wishing to refresh and update their skills; and personnel who interface with purchasers or suppliers, including those from quality, engineering, finance, production, transportation, distribution and engineering.

Participants Will Take Away