APP/CPM Exam Prerparation Workshops

The NAPM Certification Program

Each Module is a full day workshop, on a Saturday, from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Each day will include 5.5 hours of lecture and discussion with Merle W. Roberts, followed by 2.5 hours of testing and exam analysis.

NAPM announced new versions of Modules 1-4 for exam starting
January 1, 2001

**Special Note** Effective January 1, 2002, only the updated Module 4 may be submitted with applications for the C.P.M. This means that candidates that passed Module 4 of the former C.P.M. Exam must submit their application for the C.P.M. and/or A.P.P. with a postmark on or before December 31, 2001 in order to receive credit for the module. Contact NAPM National for additional information. www.napm.org

Spring Session: New version of Modules 1-4 for exam after January 1, 2002

Module 1
"Purchasing Process"
Location: NAPM-OC - (714) 524-6276
Next Offered January 18, 2003

Overview

Procurement Plans
Budget Issues
Specifications Methods of Procurement
Cost/Benefit Analysis Samples & Demonstrations
Statements of Work Source Identification & Selection
Legal Role
Competitive Process
Supplier Evaluation
Supplier Performance
Contracts & POs
Contract Administration
Follow-Up & Expediting
Conflict Resolution
Payment Issues
Policies & Procedures
Records Maintenance

Module 2
"Supply Environment"
Location: NAPM-OC - (714) 524-6276
Next Offered February 15, 2003

Overview

Negotiations
Computerized Purchasing
Database Management
Inventory Control
Resolving Qualtiy Issues Quality
Improvement
Internal Relationships
Change Meanagement
Training Issues
Supplier Relationships Price &
Availability
Supplier Interviews
Supplier Inquiries & Protests
Small/Disadvantaged Business
Programs Professional Organizations

Module 3
"Value Enhancement Strategies"
Location: NAPM-OC - (714) 524-6276
Next Offered March 15, 2003

Overview

Make-Buy, Outsourcing & Privatization
Lease or Buy Leveraging Strategies
Interdepartmental Meetings Inventory Discrepancies
Obsolete, Surplus & Scrap Standardization
Process Improvement
Cost Reduction, Avoidance & Containment
New Products & Technologies Supply Strategies
Supplier Communication
Market Awareness Management Interface

Module 4
"Management"
Location: NAPM-OC - (714) 524-6276
Next Offered November 09, 2002

Overview

Strategic Plans & Objectives
Purchasing Objectives Operating Policies & Procedures
Management Reports Audits & Reports
Department Performance Evaluation Departmental Budget
Operational Forms
Supervision & Leadership
Hire, Promote & Dismiss
Staff Performance Evaluation
Training
Performance Problems Discrimination & Harassment

The new C.P.M. Study Guide (Seventh Edition) will be required study material and should be obtained and read by attendees prior to attending each session. The Study Guide is available from NAPM-OC at (714) 524-6276, Chuck Ayres, C.P.M. The price is $30.00 plus $4.00 for postage per copy.

Full day attendance will qualify for seven CEHs and one C.P.M. point per workshop.

Registration Fees:	NAPM Member............................	$135.00
	Non-Member...............................	$185.00

Fee Includes: Continental Breakfast, Lunch and Refreshments

Cancellations must be received at least 72 hours prior to seminar in order to receive a refund or deferred registration. No exceptions!

TO REGISTER FOR A WORKSHOP - Print Form and mail or fax registration form to NAPM Orange County, or telephone Chuck Ayres, C.P.M. at (714) 524-6276.