The ASCM Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Certificate provides comprehensive knowledge of the concepts, tools, and trends in supplier relationship management. It covers topics such as:
- Identifying, evaluating, and strengthening supplier and vendor relationships
- Negotiating supplier contracts and agreements
- Assessing and monitoring the benefits and risks associated with suppliers
- Enhancing organizational efficiency and driving value across the supply chain
Answer selected questions to assess your knowledge of the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Certificate topics:
Introduction to Supplier Relationship Management: Explore various types of supplier relationships, contracts, and agreements, along with the challenges involved in managing supplier relationships.
Supplier Selection and Evaluation: Gain insights into the strategic importance of supplier selection and learn how to apply ranking methodologies to assess supplier capabilities effectively.
Supplier Development: Understand the key roles and responsibilities in supplier relationship management, different types of financial support, and how supplier collaboration fosters innovation within your organization.
Supplier Performance Management: Learn industry standards and best practices for monitoring, evaluating, reporting, and communicating performance expectations while ensuring suppliers meet set requirements.
Supplier Risk Management: Discover how to identify and assess risks associated with suppliers and implement strategies to monitor, manage, and mitigate potential supplier-related risks.
Best Practices in Supplier Relationship Management: Explore effective ways to manage supplier relationships through clear communication, collaboration, and performance tracking, and leverage technology to optimize SRM processes.
Each ASCM certificate program ends with an online exam. After passing the exam, each candidate will receive a PDF certificate and digital badge to display on LinkedIn profiles or within email signatures.
Additionally, candidates will earn for their APICS certifications (CPIM, CSCP, CTSC, CLTD)
- 36 certification maintenance points upon program completion in case of instructor-led version in combination with the online learning self-paced program
- 20 certification maintenance points upon program completion in case of self-paced version
Please note:
ASCM members have lifetime access to their badges; nonmembers can access badges for one year. All learners have lifetime access to their PDF certificates.
English
An advanced level of English is necessary (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Minimum Level B1)
Webinar series: € 1.599,- (plus VAT)
Combine the self-paced online program (20 hrs eLearning) with 8 expert webinars over 8 weeks, 1.5 hrs each. During these sessions, industry experts provide insights and their best practices about the key topics of the ASCM Supplier Relationship Management Certificate and offer valuable tips to prepare for the exam.
Includes: 8x1.5hrs webinars with Supply Chain Expert partitioners, ASCM Supplier Relationship Management Certificate eLearning for selfstudy, online exam and ASCM membership (for 1 year)
Selfstudy:€ 599,- (plus VAT)
Self-paced online program that includes about 20 hours of education with text sessions, video clips and practice questions to help cultivate a stronger understanding of each topic.
Includes: ASCM Supplier Relationship Management Certificate eLearning for selfstudy, online exam and ASCM membership (for 1 year)