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Certified Production Planning Specialist

Online Certification  ·  10 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CPPSX)

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Executive Summary

Certified Production Planning Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Production Planning Specialist (CPPSX) delivers a rigorous Intermediate-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations.

This 10 Weeks programme is structured around CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CPPSX holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified Production Planning Specialist
Acronym
CPPSX
Category
Procurement & Supply Chain
Level
Intermediate
Duration
10 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 349
Live Virtual
USD 549
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • Procurement and Purchasing Officers
  • Supply Chain and Logistics Professionals
  • Contract and Category Managers
  • Warehouse and Inventory Managers
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex procurement functions
Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards senior procurement, category and supply-chain leadership roles
Strategic Thinking
Build the strategic thinking, analysis and execution skills of world-class leaders
Organisational Impact
Design and implement procurement systems that drive performance and measurable results
Personal Excellence
Develop emotional intelligence, resilience and authentic executive presence
Global Employability
Qualify for procurement roles across corporates, NGOs, government and international organisations worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Sourcing, Category Management and Supplier Selection
✦Contract Management and Negotiation
✦Logistics, Warehousing and Distribution
✦Supply Chain Risk, Resilience and Continuity
✦Procurement Compliance, Ethics and Governance
✦Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Production Planning Specialist
Certified Production Planning Specialist: industry context, trends and professional standards · Procurement and supply chain: scope and value · The procurement cycle and operating models · Procurement's contribution to organisational strategy
2
Lead Time and Variability
Freight, transport mode and route reliability · Inventory service levels and the cost of stockouts · Supplier dependency, development and continuity · Monitoring and early-warning systems
3
Supplier Capacity and Dependency
Supplier dependency, development and continuity · Supplier market analysis and competition · Contract performance, remedies and variations · Logistics performance and cost control
4
Cost to Serve
Total cost of ownership versus purchase price · Freight, transport mode and route reliability · Warehouse operations and stock accuracy · Framework agreements and aggregation
5
Disruption and Continuity Planning
Supplier dependency, development and continuity · Emergency, humanitarian and constrained procurement · Freight, transport mode and route reliability · Contract law fundamentals and formation
6
Demand and Requirement Planning
Demand management and controlling maverick spend · Inventory service levels and the cost of stockouts · Supplier market analysis and competition · Supply chain visibility and control towers
7
Service Level Decisions
Inventory service levels and the cost of stockouts · Total cost of ownership versus purchase price · Demand management and controlling maverick spend · Spend and situation analysis
8
Professional Standards
Ethical and reputational risk · Transparency, fairness and value for money · Professional ethics and codes (CIPS) · Ethical and responsible technology
9
Knowledge and Records
Adult learning theory (andragogy) · The learning and development profession · The learning ecosystem and stakeholders · Learning strategy and business alignment
10
Performance Management
Supplier and category performance · Process efficiency and cycle time · Linking CX to business performance · Operational efficiency and productivity
11
Procurement Practice
Supplier and contract management systems · Public procurement frameworks and principles · Competitive bidding and tender management · Digital procurement roadmaps
12
Supply Chain and Logistics
Inventory management and optimisation · Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Manufacturing strategies: make-to-stock, make-to-order and batch versus flow · Regulation of transport: authorities, conventions and licensing
13
Cost and Value
Total cost and value delivered · Value and savings programmes · Farm profitability, costing and gross margins · Agricultural finance and credit for farmers
14
Risk, Control and Integrity
Compliance, audit and accountability · Vehicle documentation, compliance and consumer protection · In-process quality control and inspection · Ground control and strata management
15
Legal and Regulatory
Advocacy and policy engagement · Regulatory compliance and biosafety · Managing refunds, disputes and goodwill · Regulatory and fair-treatment obligations
16
Data and Measurement
Banking KPIs and branch scorecards · Service quality and turnaround metrics · Transaction monitoring and suspicious reporting · Data protection and customer privacy
17
Stakeholders and Negotiation
Stakeholder mapping and engagement · Stakeholders and users of financial information · Stakeholders, agency and accountability · Trends: ESG, transparency and stakeholder capitalism
18
Leadership and Decisions
Management accounts and dashboards · Coaching and developing team members · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Decision-making and problem solving
19
Projects and Delivery
Demand planning and forecasting · Campaign planning and execution · Account planning and whitespace analysis · Leading campaigns and sales projects
20
Systems and Technology
CRM and marketing automation platforms · Data visualisation for finance · Scaling technologies and business models · Decision support and insight
21
Operations and Quality
Quality assurance and standards · Data governance and quality · People analytics maturity and operating model · Communicating financial results
22
Sustainability and Ethics
Mine water, tailings and environmental management · Social media management: platforms, communities and algorithms · Measurement and analytics for media and social campaigns · Integrated and sustainability reporting
23
Capability and Development
Team development and effectiveness · Facilitation, training and public presentation skills · Training and capability building · Development banking and project finance
24
Communication and Documentation
Crisis communications · Stakeholder communications · Communications strategy and planning · Internal communications
25
Strategic Context
Market access, buyers and contract farming · Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches · Customer service and CX strategy · Sustaining strategic customer focus
26
International Trade
Global and comparative HR contexts · Traceability, certification and export requirements · Customs, clearing and compliance · International and cross-border tax
27
Workforce
Customer and employee satisfaction · Employee engagement models and drivers · The employee lifecycle and HR value chain · Strategic workforce planning and demand forecasting
28
Customers and Demand
Customer onboarding and lifecycle · Customer and community engagement · Data ethics and customer privacy · Know Your Customer and enhanced due diligence
29
Change and Improvement
Measuring CX transformation impact · Continuous improvement in service · Driving measurable service improvement · Designing a service or experience improvement
30
Safety and Continuity
Event risk, safety and contingency planning · Peer support and consultation · Complaints, accountability and fitness to practise · Legal responsibilities and professional bodies

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • Lead Time and Variability — applied to your own work
  • Supplier Capacity and Dependency — applied to your own work
  • Cost to Serve — applied to your own work
  • Disruption and Continuity Planning — applied to your own work
  • Demand and Requirement Planning — applied to your own work
  • Service Level Decisions — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CPPSX certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CPPSX?

This certification is ideal for Procurement and Purchasing Officers, Supply Chain and Logistics Professionals, Contract and Category Managers and Warehouse and Inventory Managers, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CPPSX certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 10 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CPPSX internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CPPSX certification?

The Certified Production Planning Specialist is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 349 and Live Virtual at USD 549. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CPPSX certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CPPSX?

The Certified Production Planning Specialist is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CPPSX?

The Certified Production Planning Specialist carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CPPSX while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CPPSX?

Graduates progress towards senior procurement, category and supply-chain leadership roles. The CPPSX strengthens your expertise in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations and positions you for advancement across corporates, NGOs, government and international organisations.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Procurement Director
Private Sector
“

GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Supply Chain Manager
NGO Sector
“

I earned my CPPSX while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Category Lead
Government
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