CWIM Course Description
Approximately 34% of businesses struggle with inventory management, often resulting in understocking or overstocking—both of which significantly impact profitability. Studies show that inventory costs can be reduced by up to 10% by addressing poor inventory management practices. A specialised certification in warehouse management equips professionals with the precise skills needed to manage inventory efficiently and drive business performance.
Recognising this critical industry need, Aviation Training Center has developed the Certified Warehousing and Inventory Manager (CWIM) course—an internationally recognised program designed to prepare you as a certified warehouse and logistics professional.
This comprehensive course covers everything from types of warehouses and inventory systems to productivity and performance management, modern technologies, forecasting, automation, and strategic warehouse operations. Our commitment to your success goes beyond training, with exclusive benefits such as guaranteed internships, scholarships, job assistance, and complete exam preparation support.
Join us and take the next step toward a rewarding career in warehouse and inventory management.
Course Duration: 30 Training Hours
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Recognition
The Certified Warehousing and Inventory Manager (CWIM) course is accredited by the International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management (IFPSM), a globally recognised federation headquartered in Finland. IFPSM represents 44 national and regional purchasing and supply management associations worldwide and establishes international quality standards for education in supply chain and procurement.
In addition, our institution’s commitment to delivering high-quality private education in Dubai is further validated through endorsement by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).
Course Content
Unit 1 – Strategic Role of Warehousing in the Supply Chain
- Centralised and Decentralised Warehousing
- Outsourcing of Warehousing Operations
- Lean Warehouse Operations
- Warehouse Location Selection and Strategic Importance
- Automation in Warehousing
Unit 2 – Warehousing Types and Storage Requirements
- Cold Storage Warehousing
- Multistore Warehouses
- Automated Warehousing Systems
- Storage Requirements for High-Value Goods
- Other Specialised Storage Requirements
Unit 3 – Technology in Warehousing
- Role of Technology in Warehouse Operations
- Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
- Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) – Writers and Readers
- Barcode Scanning Systems
- Light-Directed Picking Systems
- Voice Picking Systems
Unit 4 – Warehouse Cost and Performance Management
- Warehouse Standards and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Productivity and Performance Management
- Bottleneck Identification and Resolution
- Impact of External Factors and Change Management
- Fixed and Variable Cost Structures
- Payback Period and Time Value of Money
- Budgeting Techniques:
- Zero-Based Budgeting
- Incremental Budgeting
- Programme-Based Budgeting
- Activity-Based Budgeting
Unit 5 – Strategic Role of Inventory in the Supply Chain
- Demand Forecasting Techniques
- Customer Service Standards and Inventory Policy
- Just-in-Time (JIT) Inventory
- Just-in-Case (JIC) Inventory
Unit 6 – Product Life Cycle and Inventory Management
- Stages of the Product Life Cycle
- Inventory Strategies during Introduction and Growth Stages
- Inventory Strategies during Maturity and Decline Stages
Unit 7 – Inventory Management Techniques
- ABC Analysis
- VED Analysis
- SDE Analysis
- GOLF Method
- SOS Method
- FSN Analysis
Unit 8 – Types of Inventory
- Finished Goods / For-Sale Goods
- Raw Materials
- Work-in-Progress (WIP)
- MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) Inventory
- Safety Stock
Entry Qualification
This course is designed for CWIP certificate holders, undergraduate students, professionals currently working in procurement, and individuals who are new to procurement and wish to build or strengthen their foundational knowledge and skills.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Certified International Warehousing and Inventory Manager course at Aviation Training Center, learners will be able to:
- Efficiently manage end-to-end procurement processes
- Effectively handle and optimise supply base operations
- Meet operational requirements with accuracy and efficiency
- Build and sustain strong supplier relationships
- Confidently manage interdepartmental coordination and collaboration
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of procurement roles and responsibilities
- Apply acquired knowledge confidently across a variety of professional roles
Learner’s Profile
This warehouse management certification is ideally suited for professionals in supervisory or team-leader roles, as well as individuals transitioning into supervisory positions. It is designed for those seeking comprehensive training in warehousing and inventory processes, professionals looking to strengthen their understanding of materials management, and individuals interested in broader supply chain–related activities. The program is also well suited for learners
Key Topics
Participants will gain advanced knowledge across modern warehousing, inventory, and cost-management practices, including:
Warehousing Models
- Centralised and Decentralised Warehousing
- Lean Warehousing Concepts
Warehouse Technologies
- Barcode Scanning Systems
- Light-Directed Picking Systems
- Voice Picking Systems
- Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
- Warehouse Automation
Cost & Financial Management
- Fixed and Variable Costs
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Product Life Cycle Costing
Inventory Management Techniques
- Inventory Control Methods (ABC, FSN, GOLF, etc.)
- Just-in-Time (JIT)
- Just-in-Case (JIC)
Specialised Warehousing
- Cold Storage Operations
Career Opportunities
The warehousing and inventory sector offers a wide range of high-income and growth-oriented career opportunities. Upon successful completion of the Certified Warehousing and Inventory Professional course, learners become eligible for diverse roles across multinational corporations (MNCs), trading companies, warehouses, and inventory operations.
Some of the key job roles include:
- Warehouse Supervisor
- Inventory Supervisor
- Warehouse Executive
- Inventory Executive
- Operations Coordinator (Warehouse)
- Inventory Analyst
- Logistics Coordinator
- Supply Chain Coordinator
- Procurement Assistant
- Materials Planner