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Attending this course is an important step toward becoming an SAP ERP Business Process Expert.  This is a 10-day, instructor-led course delivered in the classroom and is geared to those seeking a basic processes and foundational level of training.

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SAP Certification Course for Students
TERP10 SAP® Academy and Certification Exam

The TERP10 SAP® Academy is a special two-week (10-Day) intense instructor-led training course offered by SAP America and GSU's Department of Information Systems on the Georgia Southern campus.   On the last day of the course the SAP Certified Business Associate with SAP ERP 6.0 Exam (C_TERP10_60) will be administered.

This education program is designed for students who want to expand their general knowledge of all SAP business processes. At the end of this course, students should be able to:

  • Explain the organizational structures used in each business process
  • Identify the key master data which must be maintained to execute each business process
  • Discuss the ERP transactions required to complete each business process cycle
  • Identify the key integration points between the different business disciplines supporting each business process cycle




SAP® TERP10 Course Content

Prerequisites: Typically, each student must successfully complete three of the universities SAP-Approved Courses to be eligible to register for the TERP10.  Juniors, seniors, and graduate students who have gained foundational SAP knowledge through a minimum of two years prior work experience may also register for this course.

Through instructor presentations, system demonstrations, hands-on exercises and quizzes, students will be introduced to:

  • The basic structures; organizations, master data, etc. used throughout SAP ERP
  • NetWeaver as a technology infrastructure supporting ERP business processes
  • NetWeaver Business Intelligence (BI) as a reporting and analysis tool

Students will also learn the basic businesses process used in:

  • Financial Accounting
  • Management Accounting
  • Human Capital Management
  • Procurement
  • Inventory Management
  • Material Planning
  • Manufacturing Execution
  • Plant Maintenance
  • Customer Service
  • Lifecycle Data Management
  • Sales Order Management
  • Program & Project Management
  • Strategic Enterprise Management
Note:   This course addresses the basic processes of ERP.   Detailed explanation of each business process, examination of alternative process steps, and customizing is covered in advanced courses associated with each process area.

Possible Course Credit:  Students who wish to have participation in this course reflected on their transcript can enroll in CISM 4830 or CISM 7030 - SAP Academy.  This is a three credit-hour course with a satisfactory/unsatisfactory grading scheme that will have no impact on your GPA.   It is not necessary to pass the certification exam to earn a grad of satisfactory.  This course may be used to satisfy IS major, minor, or MBA-IS Emphasis requirements, however, choosing this option does not exempt the student from the $750 TERP10 instructional fee and the $500 certification test fee.


The Path to Certification

The SAP Certificate
Complete at least three of the university's SAP-Approved Courses and receive a SAP Certificate of completion from SAP America and Georgia Southern University.  Juniors, seniors, and graduate students who have gained foundational SAP knowledge through a minimum of two years prior work experience are not required to receive the SAP Certificate prior to taking the TERP10 course.

Associate Certification
The TERP10 course and C_TERP10_60 Exam will give you the SAP Business Associate Certification that covers the fundamental knowledge requirements for a consultant, or project team member ensuring the successful acquisition of broad SAP solution knowledge and skills.   With an associate-level certification, you can:

  • Gain an externally-recognized mark of excellence that clients seek
  • Differentiate yourself in a crowded marketplace
  • Execute your tasks with confidence and skill

Professional Certification
This advanced certification requires proven project experience, business process knowledge, and a more detailed understanding of SAP solutions.  With a professional-level certification, you can:

  • Demonstrate both your experience and your expertise through a rigorous testing process
  • Promote a more globally applicable accreditation with higher billable rates
  • Lead as well as execute tasks and engagements

Master Certification (in development)
This certification will involve demonstrating an expert-level understanding of a specific area of SAP software and the ability to drive innovation and solution optimization through in-depth knowledge and vision.  Certification at this level requires broad project experience, comprehensive SAP product knowledge, and the ability to create a future IT vision within complex project environments.   With master-level certification, you can:

  • Secure your place in an exclusive community of visionary experts
  • Pass a peer-reviewed, comprehensive admissions process
  • Define and guide long term strategy
  • Participate in master-level briefings, colloquiums, and industry events

When, Where, and How Much?

When:   December 12 - 23, 2009
The next course will begin on Saturday, December 12th and continue for seven consecutive days through Friday, December 18th. The class will break for Saturday and Sunday the 19th and 20th, then begin again on Monday December 21st. The last day of class will be Tuesday the 22nd with the certification exam given on Wednesday, December 23rd. Class will be held each day from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Where:  GSU's College of IT, Professional Development Center
The Professional Development Center (PDC) is located on the 3rd floor of the College of Information Technology and contains as computer lab, lecture rooms, break-out rooms and an executive lounge area for breaks and/or lunches.

Click here for driving directions to the College of IT and to view a parking lot map. During the dates of this course, no parking passes are necessary. Students may park in any faculty/staff or student parking space.

How Much:  The total cost is $1,250 per student.
The TERP10 Course is $750 per student based upon a minimum of 20 students enrolled and covers the cost of professional instruction and training materials. This fee will be paid directly to Georgia Southern University. We are working on an online payment system, but right now you may hold your seat with a check for $150 payable to GSU, delivered to the IS Department office.

The Certification Exam is $500 per student and must be purchased directly from SAP America by calling 1-888-777-1727 at least 5 days prior to the exam (by December 16, 2009).

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Certification Exam Information

SAP Certified Business Associate with SAP ERP 6.0
Exam Code: C_TERP10_60
This certification test verifies knowledge in the area of Business Processes Foundation. This certificate builds on the basic knowledge gained by generic Business Processes Foundation Consultant skills. The exam contains 80 questions and will last 180 minutes.
View sample Exam questions here.

The following list identifies the competency areas covered in the exam. The percentage indicates the portion of the test dedicated to a particular competency area:

Competency Importance Topic
Build, implement, configure, model, and troubleshoot solution and processes in ... 40%
  • Financial Accounting
  • Management Accounting
  • Procurement Cycle
  • Sales Order Management
Articulate, explain, describe and outline solutions and processes in ... 60%
  • ERP Basic Organizational structures and master data
  • Basics of NetWeaver
  • Key processes in Manufacturing Execution
  • Lifecycle Data Management
  • Inventory & Warehouse Management
  • Material Planning & Integration
  • Enterprise Asset Management
  • Program & Project Management
  • Human Capital Management
  • Business Information Warehouse


Contact Information: Dr. Thomas Case, Information Systems Department Professor and Chair
P.O. Box 7998, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA 30460-7998
Office: (912)  GSU-4747  *  Fax: (912)  GSU-7751