Maine MEP: Maine Manufacturing Extension Partnership

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 15, 2006

The Association for Operations Management (APICS)
Announces the 2007 Winter Class Schedule

Portland, ME - The Downeast Chapter of APICS announces its 2007 course offerings for the winter session. Courses are offered on various production and inventory management topics and prepare students to take the internationally recognized CPIM (Certified Production and Inventory Management) certification exam.

Winter session course schedule:

Course	Day/Time	Host Company/Location
Basics of Supply Chain Management	Starts Tuesday January 16th 5:00-7:00	Casco Development, Portland
Detailed Scheduling and Planning	Starts Tuesday January 16th 5:00-7:00	Remstar International, Westbrook
Master Planning of Resources	Starts Wednesday January 17th 5:30-7:30	Huhtamaki Foodservice, Waterville
Master Planning of Resources	Starts Wednesday January 17th 5:00-7:00	Maine Machine Products, South Paris

Fees are $350 for APICS members and $450 for non members per course.

The local chapter of APICS offers various professional development opportunities including classes, plant tours and lectures by industry experts.

To learn more about APICS membership please visit www.apicsmaine.org

For inquiries regarding upcoming classes, contact Carolyn Baron, Education Director at 207-773-0944 ext 107 or cbaron@cacodev.com.

APICS, The Association for Operations Management is the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in operations management, including production, inventory, supply chain, materials management, purchasing, and logistics. Since 1957, individuals and companies have relied on APICS for its superior training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals.

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