This course provides a comprehensive overview of demand planning within the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) framework, equipping learners with the knowledge and tools to forecast accurately, manage risks and opportunities, and align business functions around a single operational plan. Participants will explore the six-step demand planning process, from preparing and cleansing data to creating a base forecast, incorporating market events, and collaborating across sales, marketing, finance, and supply chain.
Duration: 5 - 6 or Self Paced
Certification: A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all candidates who successfully complete the requirements of the programme.
Take your time and ensure to carefully engage with every aspect of this course, to ensure adequate preparation for the final assessment. A minimum of 80% is required to pass.
Learning Outcomes:
Explain the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process
Apply the 6-step demand planning process
Evaluate risks, opportunities, and assumptions in forecasting
Collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams
Measure and improve forecast performance using KPIs