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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 certification as a Certified Professional in Supply Management. 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