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Membership
The Southern Willamette Valley Chapter Board of Directors in a continuing reinforcement of chapter membership value is allowing each member of the chapter to attend a Professional Development Meeting at no cost. One per calendar year. Requirements are that you are a current member of this chapter and in good standing with APICS Association. This is a $25.00 value, for more information please contact Ed Barth at ed@beeswaxcandleworks.com. Now Hiring: Operations and Supply Chain Managers Even in tough times, organizations need professionals with APICS education and certification to manage the bottom line. Visit apicscareercenter.org to find a job or fill a position. APICS member benefit: confidentially post your résumé and sign up for e-mail alerts. APICS Enterprise Professional e-Membership Available to organizations with 25 or more enterprise members, this new membership type enables companies to provide more employees with access to valuable APICS content, products, and services. Benefits of Enterprise Professional e-Membership:
Partners working with eligible organizations who would like to participate should contact APICS Customer Support at (800) 444-2742 or (773)-867-1777. APICS International Professional e-Membership The new International Professional e-Membership was created to support the rapidly expanding global operations and supply chain management community. Benefits of International Professional e-Membership:
Note: This membership type is available only to people outside the United States, Canada and Mexico. The International Professional e-Membership online application may be accessed here: https://www.apics.org/sitefiles/forms/international.html APICS Young Professional e-Membership Specifically for recent graduates, the Young Professional e-Membership offers the opportunity to build a professional network and expand operations and supply chain management knowledge—at a price that's a perfect fit for a young professional's budget. Benefits of Young Professional e-Membership:
Note: This membership option is available only to individuals who have at least one full year of previous APICS student membership and is limited to a two-year period following graduation. The Young Professional e-Membership application may be accessed here: https://www.apics.org/sitefiles/forms/young_professional.html Professional Membership Benefits Some of the main benefits of professional membership are: APICS Magazine and APICS Magazine Online Stay current on industry trends and developments with our monthly, award-winning magazine, APICS, free to members. It features innovative ideas and real world strategies for inventory, materials, production, and supply chain management; planning and scheduling; purchasing; logistics; warehousing; and e-business solutions for professionals at every level of an organization. New! Read APICS magazine online. Check out the latest issue now. APICS Dictionary, 12th edition The APICS Dictionary is the standard for terms and definitions in the inventory and supply chain management field. The 12th edition, published October 2007, contains more than 4,000 essential terms, 500 of which are new. Members can request their copy at apics.org/freedictionary (one per member) or by contacting APICS Customer Support. APICS Live Learning Center APICS members have access on demand to the latest concepts and trends shared at APICS International Conference and Expo, including PowerPoint presentations from the educational sessions at apicsconference.org. Certification Programs Enhance skills and career mobility through APICS certification programs. APICS members pursuing certification enjoy savings averaging 25 percent on certification preparation classes, review materials, and testing fees. Members can more effectively work through the certification process by taking chapter review courses and participating in study groups. Our certification electronic discussion lists are also helpful preparation tools. (Note: These benefits do not apply to international and international members at large, who do not belong to chapters.) Enterprise Membership Benefits (Corporate Membership) Enterprise Memberships APICS enterprise membership is designed for organizations with 50 or more employees at more than one location. The APICS enterprise membership enables your organization to provide training and resources to a broad base of employees cost effectively. Enterprise members obtain full access to APICS members-only resources, networking, and customized benefits. The membership is retained by your organization rather than the individual, allowing your organization to transfer an individual membership to another employee within the organization at any time. Enterprise members enjoy the convenience of a single billing contact. A dedicated APICS representative will assist you in coordinating your organization’s education and training needs. Enterprise membership entitles your organization to enjoy all the advantages of group membership as well as value added benefits such as:
(773) 867-1777. APICS Academic Professional Membership Download an Application for Academic Professional Membership. Shape the Future of Operations Management As an academic professional member of APICS The Association for Operations Management, you help shape the future of the profession.
Academic members are employed full-time by one or more accredited academic institution as:
Academic professional membership provides access to these valuable resources and opportunities: Advance Notice of research opportunities through the APICS E&R Foundation
Simply complete and send the application: By Mail: APICS, Membership Dues, P.O. Box 75381, Baltimore, MD 21275 By Fax: (773) 409-5576 For assistance, call APICS Customer Support at (800) 444-2742 or (773) 867-1777, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CT Student Membership Benefits Empower yourself with knowledge you can use to work toward your production and inventory management career goals. Read the student category of membership information for an overview of how student membership works. Join as a student member now. Benefits of student membership include: Joining APICS Is Quick and Easy. Join today and start enjoying the benefits of membership. Affiliated Student Chapters APICS has more than 170 affiliated student chapters on college campuses throughout North America. A student chapter's affiliation with a parent chapter provides students with access to educational programs, networking opportunities, certification exams, and other resources that will help build a stronger career. Scholarships are awarded by APICS parent chapters based on participation in APICS activities as well as academic achievement. For the APICS parent chapter nearest you, visit the APICS Chapter Locator. Scholars Education Program The APICS Scholars Education Program selects students to attend the APICS International Conference and Exposition to serve as educational session aides with expenses fully or partially paid by APICS. Students have the opportunity to attend presentations and meet with featured and educational session speakers, network with conference attendees, and visit the APICS exposition. Educational and Research (E&R) Foundation The APICS Educational and Research (E&R) Foundation offers many opportunities for students to expand their résumés. Students are eligible for
Note: This offer is only valid for students who are testing in North America. Educational and Research (E&R) Foundation will be providing an international opportunity in 2009. Members-Only Content Student members gain access to the Members-Only Web site. They can use the site to
Student members have full access to the APICS Career Center. They can use the site to get a jump start on their career by applying for jobs online and posting their résumés online for review by potential employers. Student members can also subscribe to the job alerts service which provides e-mail alerts when new listings are posted that meet specific criteria. Conference Students pay just $99 to attend the APICS International Conference and Exposition. This premier event is attended by more than 5,000 professionals who come together to explore the latest industry trends and techniques. Student members also receive a free copy of the conference proceedings on CD-ROM upon request through APICS Customer Support. Certification Programs Not only can students pursue an APICS certification program to expand their skill set and become more marketable, they receive college credit for doing so. APICS members pursuing certification enjoy savings averaging 25 percent on certification preparation classes, review materials, and testing fees. Members can more effectively work through the certification process by taking chapter review courses and participating in study groups and on electronic discussion lists. Interesting Fact: According to a recent APICS salary survey, respondents with a CPIM credential earned up to 29 percent more than non-certified professionals. APICS Magazine Students stay current on industry trends and developments through the free monthly, award-winning magazine APICS. It features case studies, best practices, and solutions for professionals involved in enterprise management, supply chain management, logistics/warehouse management, and production/inventory management. APICS Learning Communities APICS Learning Communities are forums where members can gather regularly to share ideas, develop best practices, and find solutions to everyday challenges in operations management. APICS Learning Communities provide a communications tool to enhance knowledge sharing among APICS members to strengthen individuals in their work and the association as a whole. Join a community now. APICS Bookstore Members save 25 percent on more than 800 publications, certification materials, multimedia, courseware, and training aids available through the APICS Bookstore. Unique Services and Discounts Only members have access to unique education financing, credit card, car rental, and express shipping services available through organizations which partner with APICS. Production and Inventory Management Journal The Production and Inventory Management Journal (P&IMJ) publishes original research that has a significant effect on operations management. |
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