Timely, Relevant Supply Chain Training Across Topics & Industries

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Training and Education for Today’s Rapidly Changing Supply Chain Landscape

Our profession is advancing rapidly and changing almost daily, posing new challenges to the supply management professional. As our industry evolves, so does ISM training. We are the only supply management association that provides training in all areas of our supply management profession.

We stay on top of trends and changes to keep our training relevant to what our members expect and need for success. With globally-recognized training programs, ISM education is respected across industries within supply management.

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Ways to Train in Supply Chain Management

ISM offers a variety of ways to get the training you need for success and advancement.

ISM Certificates

Discover ISM Certificates for an in-depth study of supply management topics. Designed for supply chain pros, these empower skill development and career advancement.

Each program has 5 self-paced courses, followed by a knowledge quiz, equipping you with the expertise for success in today's marketplace.

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Live Online Training

ISM offers a robust suite of live online training opportunities, recognizing that virtual learning is both convenient and economical. Choose from short, info-packed webinars to more in-depth virtual classroom and guided study courses where you get the benefit of live instruction.

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Self-Paced Training

ISM provides a library of self-paced learning from hot topic, on-demand webinars, to interactive skill-based e-learning. These offerings are designed for the busy professional. You get the flexibility to study anytime, anywhere.

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In-Person Training

Our Classroom In-Person Training is exclusively available as a customized group training program, delivered by global supply management industry experts to your team on-site. Benefit from in-depth seminars tailored to your organization’s unique needs, with focused learning and networking opportunities for your team members to engage with each other and their instructor.

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Core Competency Areas for Training

ISM offers training across 16 core supply chain competencies and more than 70 sub-competencies. Explore each core competency area below to discover supporting education to advance your career.

Upcoming Education

  • January

    23

    2025

    MEMBER WEBINAR
    Member Only

    Quarterly State of Risk Update

    Join the executive leaders from ISM and Resilinc as they come together as part of a quarterly series to discuss the latest and emerging risks and disruptions impacting global supply chains. ISM CEO Tom Derry and Resilinc CEO Bindiya Vakil will also provide insights based on respective data and research from both organizations.

    Online
  • Jan-Feb

    27-28

    2025

    GUIDED LEARNING

    Supply Management Core

    Get prepared for the Supply Management Core exam with ISM’s Guided Learning course. Designed with today’s busy professional in mind, this comprehensive, self-paced course will provide a deep understanding of core supply management competencies and set you up for success on the exam.

    Online
    Kelly M Green, CPSM, CPSD
  • January

    28-29

    2025

    Timely and accurate information is the lifeblood of procurement. This makes it crucial that you have the knowledge and skills to get the most out of business information. This course on business analytics will take your supply management activities to the next level. You will cover essential concepts and best practices in cost analysis, market analysis and opportunity analysis. Not only is this supply management workshop rich in information, it also includes valuable hands-on exercises to put your new knowledge into action.

    Online
    Thomas E Godfrey
  • January

    29

    2025

    Join us for an insightful webinar that will delve into the latest sustainability regulations, focusing on the anticipated consolidation of CSRD, CSDDD, and EU disclosures in 2025. Discover how AI-driven solutions can help your organization stay ahead of international compliance requirements, streamline processes, and enhance sustainability efforts, all exclusively through the procurement lens.

    During this webinar, you will learn about:

    • The key aspects of the upcoming regulatory changes and their implications for businesses.
    • How AI-driven tools can simplify the compliance process by automating data collection, analysis, and reporting.
    • Best practices for integrating AI solutions into your existing compliance framework.
    • Strategies for staying proactive and adaptive in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

    Do not miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical strategies.

    Register now to secure your spot!

    Online
  • February

    05-06

    2025

    VIRTUAL CLASS

    Logistics Bootcamp

    Build a base of Logistics knowledge in a focused two-day educational experience. Logistics Boot Camp imparts knowledge and presents tools that will help participants excel in the dynamic world of Logistics. Logistics is process of efficiently moving goods from point of origin to its destination. The process encompasses planning, storing, and transporting products, ensuring they arrive when promised and at the required level of quality. The focus of this course is an integrated Supply Chain approach that optimizes the process for the benefit of the organization and Customers. You will gain skills to optimize processes, manage resources effectively, and contribute to a smooth-running supply chain, in a focused and accelerated timeframe.

    Online
    Thomas E Godfrey