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CPSM® Certified Professional in Supply Management

The supply management certificate program prepares students to obtain their certification in supply management (Certified Professional in Supply Management® (CPSM®) from the Institute of Supply Management® (ISM®).

Designed for the purchasing practitioner (managerial/non-managerial), forecasting and planning, logistics, operations, and warehouse/distribution, the three required courses will enhance the skills of technical competence and practical applications.


Skills and techniques learned throughout the program can be used immediately to enhance the supply chain process and improve your company's bottom line.

A Penn State certificate is awarded upon successful completion of the three required courses. All courses are 12 hours each.


Course Offerings 
Supply Management Core (MGMT 9614A)

  • Sourcing – cover the acquisition of goods and services at the best quality and price needed by one’s organization. Develop sourcing plans and understand internal stakeholder requirements and expectations, external stakeholder capabilities and constraints, and organizational goals
  • Category Management – the process of overseeing and maximizing the financial and operational value of a group of related commodities, products, or services, and create a category management plan to meet the organization’s key objects
  • Negotiation – is a core competency and the supply management professional must be proficient at to add value to the buying organization and prepare a negotiation plan that aligns with organizational objectives
  • Legal and Contractual – as an outcome of successful negotiation, the supply management professional will need to manage the preparation of contracts/purchase orders
  • Supplier Relationship Management – develop supplier qualification to ensure components, materials and suppliers meet specific requirements
  • Cost and Price Management – understand cost savings terminology and understand cost management issues
  • Financial Analysis – examine the relationship of the department’s budget to the strategic and operational plans of the organization, summarizes the primary steps in budgeting, reviews the purpose of a budget, and delineates different types of budgets.

Spring 2024 Course Information 

Supply Management Core (MGMT 9614A) 
Dates: Tuesday and Thursday, January 16 - February 8, 2024
Times: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Delivery: Live instruction via Zoom classroom
Fee: $1,050 (includes all materials needed)
Register online

Supply Management Integration (MGMT 9615)
Dates: Tuesday and Thursday, December 5, 7, 12, 14, 2023 and
             January 2, 4, 9, 11, 2024
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Delivery: Live instruction via Zoom classroom
Fee: $1,050 (includes all materials needed)
Register: Contact us for registration details

Leading and Transformation in Supply Management (MGMT 9616)
Dates: Tuesday and Thursday, April 23 - May 16, 2024
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Delivery: Live instruction via Zoom classroom
Fee: $1,050 (includes all materials needed)
Register online

For more information contact Continuing Education at 717-749-4118 or [email protected].

 

Exam Preparation for Industry Credentials

  • PMP® Project Management Professional
    • PMP Request Information
  • CLTD® Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution
    • CLTD Request Information
  • APICS® Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP®)
    • CPIM Request Information
  • CPSM® Certified Professional in Supply Management
    • CPSM Request Information
  • CQT® The Certified Quality Technician
    • CQT Request Information
  • SHRM-CP®/SHRM-SCP®
    • SHRM Request Information

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For information on all offerings and to register for individual programs, visit state-wide Continuing Education at Penn State.

See Also

  • Continuing Education: Credit Certificate Programs
  • Continuing Education: Workplace Skills and Professional Development
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