ASCM training & certification

Certify your skills. Transform your supply chain.

BFS prepares professionals and teams for the world’s most recognised APICS certifications — in person in Kinshasa and Dakar, online or in dedicated cohorts, with the official ASCM Learning System.

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Certified worldwide

175k+

APICS professionals*

Classes in

Kinshasa · Dakar

175,000+APICS-certified professionals worldwide
95%of the Gartner Top 25 supply chains rely on ASCM education
+31%higher salary on average for CSCP holders*
100+countries where APICS certifications are recognised

* Sources: ASCM 2024 Salary and Career Report; ASCM Learning Solutions.

Our programmes

Three paths, one standard of excellence.

End-to-end strategy, design and operations

+31% salary*

The benchmark certification to master the global supply chain: demand and forecasting, networks, sourcing, operations and inventory, logistics, relationships, risk and sustainability.

Who it’s for

Supply chain managers, demand planning, procurement, risk management, performance management.

Exam & format

1 exam · 150 questions · 3.5 hours

No eligibility requirements
Official Learning System included (print + digital)

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Curriculum · 8 modules

1Supply Chains, Demand Management, and Forecasting
2Global Supply Chain Networks
3Sourcing Products and Services
4Internal Operations and Inventory
5Forward and Reverse Logistics
6Supply Chain Relationships
7Supply Chain Risk
8Optimization, Sustainability, and Technology

Lead supply chain transformation

+18% salary (APICS)*

Develop, deploy and manage change: transformation frameworks, the ASCM SCOR Digital Standard, systems thinking, governance and risk management.

Who it’s for

Transformation leads, supply chain strategy, control towers, network design, ERP roll-outs.

Exam & format

1 exam · 150 questions · 3.5 hours

No eligibility requirements
Official Learning System included (print + digital)

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Curriculum · 4 modules

1Supply Chain Transformation Overview
2Preparing for Supply Chain Transformation
3Executing Supply Chain Transformation
4Review of Supply Chain Transformation

Foundations of Supply Chain Management

A shared foundation for all your teams

Ideal for teams

An online programme, self-paced or facilitated, to close cross-functional knowledge gaps, adopt the industry’s standard terminology and improve internal communication.

Who it’s for

Cross-functional teams, new hires, staff of ministries, procurement agencies and NGOs.

Exam & format

≈3-hour modules · up to 27 certification maintenance points

No eligibility requirements

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Curriculum · 6 courses

1Introduction to Supply Chain Principles
2Foundations of Inventory Management
3Foundations of Operations Planning
4Foundations of Manufacturing Management
5Foundations of Distribution and Logistics
6Foundations of Managing Operations

The ASCM Learning System

Assess. Study. Practise.

Our courses use the official Learning System: printed books, a personalised online platform, micro-learning and practice exams — on desktop and mobile.

Assess
A pre-test identifies strengths and gaps, then builds your study plan.
Study
Readings, interactive activities and videos, module by module.
Practise
Questions from previous exams in a timed setting.

APICS CSCP — +31% salary* (ASCM 2024 Salary and Career Report)

APICS CTSC — +18% salary (APICS)* (ASCM 2024 Salary and Career Report)

* Sources: ASCM 2024 Salary and Career Report; ASCM Learning Solutions.

Learning formats

Learn the way your team works.

In person
Intensive sessions in Kinshasa and Dakar with a certified instructor.
Virtual class
Live classes and remote coaching, anywhere in Africa.
Dedicated cohort
A tailored programme for your organisation, on site or hybrid.
Supported self-study
Learning System + regular check-ins with a BFS mentor.

Why ASCM

The global reference for supply chain transformation.

The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) is the world’s largest supply chain community. BFS is its authorized partner for Central and West Africa.

Which certification is right for you?

Compare at a glance.

—	CSCP	CTSC	Foundations
Focus	Global end-to-end supply chain	Transformation and change	Fundamentals for every function
Content	8 modules · 2 books	4 modules · 1 book	6 online courses
Assessment	150-Q exam · 3.5 h	150-Q exam · 3.5 h	Module checks
Prerequisites	None	None	None
Ideal for	SC managers and experts	Transformation leaders	Teams and new hires

SCOR process coverage by certification (ASCM) · Tap to enlarge

Calendar

Upcoming sessions

Certification training

CTSC Bootcamp — Certified in Transformation for Supply Chain

Dates to be confirmed — 2026
Kinshasa, DRC · hybrid format available
12 seats maximum

On request — individual and institutional rates

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Are there prerequisites for CSCP or CTSC?

No. ASCM sets no eligibility requirements for either certification. We will still advise you on the programme that best fits your experience.

What is the exam like?

One computer-based exam of 150 questions in 3.5 hours, taken at an approved centre or online. CSCP results are available immediately after the exam.

Is the official material included?

Yes. Our instructor-led courses use the APICS Learning System: printed and digital books, an online study platform and practice exams.

Can you train our whole team?

Yes. We run dedicated cohorts for ministries, procurement agencies, NGOs and companies, on site or online, with progress tracking.

How much does training cost?

Pricing depends on the programme, format and number of participants. Write to us: we reply within one business day with a proposal.

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