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As we move into a more demand driven environment the
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unmet demand for Demand Planners, Forecasters, and Sales
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Certification Program
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and profitability, the fruits of improving forecast accuracy? IBF
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IBFs certification program is based on its verified body of
knowledge which it has been maintaining for over 30 years. This
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receive greater compensation and recognition. They are more
likely to foster change, encourage collaboration & consensus, CPF-C
build critical relationships, and improve company performance.

THREE LEVELS OF CERTIFICATION

1 Certified Professional Forecaster (CPF)
Earned by passing exams 1, 2 & 3
2 Advanced Certified Professional Forecaster (ACPF).
After receiving CPF, earned by passing exams 4 & 5 MASTER DEMAND PLANNING,
FORECASTING AND S&OP
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A starting point for students as they enter the job market. PREPARE FOR TODAYS RAPIDLY
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Fundamentals of Demand Planning and Forecasting EXAM 1

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