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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

  • May-Jun

    05-06

    2025

    Get prepared for the Leadership and Transformation in Supply Management 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
  • May

    06

    2025

    MEMBER WEBINAR
    Member Only

    Member Orientation

    This webinar provides knowledge regarding the many benefits that come with being a part of the ISM community. Join us and learn about the essential tools, vibrant community, and exceptional learning that enhances your professional development. You'll also gain insight into the array of programs, services, and resources that are available to you through your membership.

  • May

    07-08

    2025

    Are you ready to maximize your supplier performance and supply management negotiation skills? This supply management course will provide you with new knowledge on how to develop effective performance-based statements of work (SOW) to improve your performance with suppliers. Get strategic and practical insight into SOW that aren’t just theoretical but will result in more successful contracts. During the two-day intensive supply management training, you’ll explore specific tools and techniques and examine common mistakes – and, most importantly, learn how to avoid them. You will gain hands-on experience using actual case studies and Q&A sessions. If your organization seeks to maximize supplier performance and it is one of your functional responsibilities, you won’t want to miss this practical and applicable course.

    Online
    Brandon Hummons, CPSD
  • May

    07

    2025

    Join us for a candid discussion and behind-the-scenes look at the remarkable career journey of Susanna Zhu, a prominent senior supply chain executive and SVP, Global Sourcing and Supply Chain Ops at Bath & Body Works. Susanna will share her personal highs and lows, offer invaluable insights and lessons learned throughout her distinguished career.

    Zhu has more than 20 years of supply management leadership experience across multiple industries. Prior to Bath & Body Works, she was vice president manufacturing and supply chain leading the end-to-end supply chain and manufacturing operations, and CPO for The Hershey Company. Earlier in her career, Zhu held positions of increasing responsibility at PepsiCo and United Technologies Corporation.

    This webinar is a must-attend for women aspiring to excel in the field. Discover how Susanna carved her path to the top and emerged as a respected leader. Don't miss this chance to hear from an industry leader and ISM board member. Gain practical advice and empowering recommendations tailored specifically for women in supply chain roles.

    ISM membership is not required to attend – all are welcome.

  • May

    08

    2025

    As de-globalization reshapes supply chains, businesses face skyrocketing costs and shrinking margins. Traditional procurement cost management falls short in this new reality. How can procurement leaders navigate these turbulent waters?

    Discover a new strategy that transforms procurement from cost center to value creator. Through a case study, you will learn how this paradigm shifts not only weathered inflationary pressures but fueled profitable growth. Join me to reimagine procurement's role in your organization's success and gain actionable strategies for immediate impact.

    Audience Members Will:

    • Implement a new framework to reduce product costs by over 30% in an inflationary market.
    • Leverage procurement insights to shape product strategy.
    • Collaborate with business to enhance market competitiveness and drive profitable revenue growth.

    Online