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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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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Jul-Aug
13-14
2026
GUIDED LEARNING
Supply Management Core 3rd Ed.
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.
This course utilizes the 3rd edition certifications materials. The 3rd edition Supply Management Core Exam must be purchased by September 28, 2026 and exam must be taken by March 19, 2027.
OnlineKelly M Green, CPSM, CPSD -
July
14
2026
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member OnlyQuarterly State of Risk Update
Global risk is no longer a background factor. It is shaping how supply chains are built, managed and transformed in real time.
In this member-exclusive quarterly briefing, you will gain a clear, grounded view of the geopolitical and economic forces influencing supply chain risk today and what they signal for the months ahead. Matthew Bey, Senior Global Analyst and Head of Methodology at RANE Network, will walk through RANE’s Q3 global risk outlook, highlighting the most significant developments and emerging scenarios supply chain leaders should be prepared for.
From shifts in global trade and the energy transition to the evolving dynamics of U.S.-China competition, this session connects RANE’s latest analysis directly to your decisions.
This session goes beyond headlines. You will hear how leading organizations are using scenario planning to prepare for uncertainty and where risk is most likely to impact sourcing, operations and long-term strategy. The focus is practical: what you should be watching, what it could mean for your organization and how to respond with greater confidence.
Whether you are managing category risk, advising leadership or shaping enterprise strategy, this briefing will help you connect global events to the decisions in front of you.
OnlineMatthew Bey -
July
15-16
2026
VIRTUAL CLASS
Total Cost Solution
As businesses cope with high inflation, tariffs and supply shortages, cost management has become a priority. ANKLESARIA’s Total Cost Solutions (TCS) helps companies achieve competitive advantage through fact-based negotiations and breakthrough cost management strategies. In addition to the live instruction, every class registrant will receive 30-day complimentary trial of AIMDRIVE-AI platform that allows participants to apply the process they learned and negotiate savings instantly.
OnlineJimmy Anklesaria -
July
16
2026
MEMBER WEBINAR
Member OnlyExecutive Briefing & Insights with Dr. Basu
Dr. Basu, Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc., will lead the discussion about current economic indicators and provide an insightful forecast that unveils critical supply chain risks.
Topics include:
- Analyzing key factors shaping economic outcomes, including central bank policies, business confidence, and geopolitics.
- Exploring the intricate relationship between business confidence and economic trajectories.
- Gaining unique insights into worker attitudes and their impact on economic trends.
- These data-driven insights are essential for supply chain leaders seeking to steer their organizations strategically. It's also an opportunity to connect with your fellow supply chain community. only.
OnlineAnirban Basu - Analyzing key factors shaping economic outcomes, including central bank policies, business confidence, and geopolitics.
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Jul-Aug
16-17
2026
GUIDED LEARNING
Supplier Relationship Management
Your suppliers are your organization's lifeblood, and to be successful, you need them to be on the same page as you to accomplish common goals and objectives. This Guided Learning course will introduce you to the discipline of supplier relationship management (SRM). Designed with today's busy professional in mind, this course will help you to plan and manage your supplier interactions effectively for better outcomes. You will have 60 days access after the last day of the course.
OnlineJoseph P. Gallagher, CPSM, C.P.M., A.P.P.
