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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

  • Feb-Mar

    27-31

    2025

    GUIDED LEARNING

    Sourcing in a Modern World

    Eliminate bottlenecks and master strategic sourcing with this ISM guided learning online course. The demands placed on today’s purchasing managers and buyers require more advanced skills, knowledge and expertise than in years past. Strategic sourcing is essential to the procurement process and will help practitioners continuously improve and re-evaluate the company’s purchasing activities and the requirements of its stakeholders. Led by an ISM subject matter expert, this course covers sourcing in the modern world through weekly webinars and daily online training modules that consist of multimedia, knowledge checks and practical application activities. This course provides additional access for 60 days from the last day of class.

    Online
    Joseph P. Gallagher, CPSM, C.P.M., A.P.P.
    Meeting Closed
    Registration Closed
  • April

    15

    2025

    MEMBER WEBINAR
    Member Only

    ISM Member Community Speed Networking

    Are you ready to expand your network and make meaningful connections? Our virtual speed networking event is the perfect opportunity to meet new people within our growing membership community. In just one hour, you'll have the chance to engage in dynamic, one-on-one conversations with fellow members, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships. Whether you're looking to collaborate, share insights, or simply make new friends, this is your networking power hour!

    Don't miss out on this fun and interactive experience. Come prepared to connect, converse, and create lasting connections.

    Online
  • April

    17

    2025

    Between back-to-back meetings, tight deadlines, and life outside of work, building a personal brand can feel like just another overwhelming task. But what if you could leverage your existing strengths and daily experiences to enhance your professional presence—without adding extra stress?

    Designed exclusively for our Women’s Supply Management Community, this interactive webinar will provide practical, achievable strategies to help you craft a personal brand that reflects your expertise and values—without the pressure of constant posting or self-promotion. Our expert speaker will share real-world tips tailored for busy corporate women, so you can stand out in your career authentically and efficiently.

    Whether you’re looking to strengthen your leadership presence, grow your influence, or position yourself for new opportunities, this session will give you the tools to do it—on your terms.

  • April

    24

    2025

    How well do you know your newest hires and team members? What do they want from managers and leaders? How do they view work and the workplace? Generation Z is in the workforce and beginning to take an important seat at the table - with unique perspectives and preferences that set them apart from prior generations. But, Gen Z isn't working alone - They are working alongside three other generations. Guided by a decade of research, this session helps audiences understand this generation to prepare company leaders to effectively hire, train, and retain top Gen Z talent in a multi-generational workforce.

    Online
  • April

    29-30

    2025

    VIRTUAL CLASS

    Procurement Bootcamp

    Procurement is an organizational function that covers a multitude of business functions. This includes specification development, value analysis, supplier market research, negotiation, buying activities, contract administration and inventory management. This course will provide a holistic approach to managing your supply chain and drive strategic value to impact both bottom-line costs and top-line revenues. 

    Online
    David E Malone, CPSM