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NISCL Certificate Program in AI for Procurement and Supply Chain

This certificate program provides procurement, supply chain, and business leaders with the knowledge, frameworks, and practical skills needed to identify, evaluate, implement, and govern AI initiatives. Participants develop the capability to apply Generative AI and Machine Learning responsibly while leading AI-enabled transformation that delivers measurable business value.

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Format: 

Online instructor-led, interactive workshops.

Location:

Virtual

Pricing:

Member: $995 | Non-member: $1,195.

  • Non-member registration ($1,195) includes dual membership with NISCL and CIPS.

Subscription organizations:  Your Certificate registration includes all courses and components of the program as per the schedule below. Apply your company's promo code at checkout.

Duration:

Can be completed within 6-8 months, with the flexibility of up to a year to complete.

Employ­er Val­ue Proposition:

Organizations are under increasing pressure to leverage AI to improve productivity, decision-making, forecasting accuracy, supplier management, and operational performance. This program equips participants to identify high-value AI opportunities, assess risks and feasibility, and translate business challenges into actionable AI initiatives that align with organizational objectives.

Beyond technical awareness, participants develop the governance, leadership, and change management capabilities required to operationalize AI responsibly. Employers benefit from professionals who can evaluate AI vendors and solutions, establish appropriate oversight and controls, support regulatory compliance, and accelerate AI adoption in ways that create sustainable competitive advantage.

Participant profile: 

This program is designed for procurement, supply chain, operations, and business professionals who want to understand how AI is transforming decision-making, automation, forecasting, sourcing, supplier management, and operational performance. It is suitable for individuals seeking practical business applications of AI rather than technical model development.

Participants should be interested in developing the skills needed to identify AI opportunities, evaluate potential business impacts, establish governance practices, and contribute to the successful implementation of AI initiatives. The program is ideal for professionals preparing to lead or support AI adoption within their teams, functions, or organizations. No prior background in data science, machine learning, or programming is required.

Learn­ing Outcome

Upon completion: Certification holders will demonstrate competencies critical to deploy and utilize AI safely and sustainably, including:

  1. AI for Procurement and Supply Chain – Identify high-value AI applications, evaluate AI opportunities and risks, apply AI decision-making frameworks, and support the responsible adoption of AI-enabled processes within their organizations.

  2. AI Compass, Generative AI Essentials & Prompt Engineering – Assess where AI can create business value to drive improved decision-making, productivity, and innovation.

  3. AI Operationalization & Governance – Establish practical AI governance frameworks, assess and mitigate AI-related risks, evaluate third-party AI solutions, and develop implementation roadmaps that align AI adoption with organizational strategy.

  4. Machine Learning & AI Opportunity Identification – Identify and prioritize high-value AI and Machine Learning opportunities, translate business challenges into AI-enabled solutions, understand the AI implementation lifecycle, and develop practical roadmaps for deploying and scaling AI initiatives.

Pro­gram schedule

This certificate needs to be completed within one year term from the date of registration for the certificate. This includes completion of all the components below:

  • AI for Procurement and Supply Chain – Virtual Interactive Workshop
  • AI Compass, Generative AI Essentials & Prompt Engineering – Virtual Interactive Workshop
  • Machine Learning and AI Opportunity Identification – Virtual Interactive Workshop
  • AI Operationalization & Governance – Virtual Interactive Workshop
  • Certificate Final Exam (available on demand upon registration)

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Ready to Start? Choose your path:

Full program + Exam

The full program provides a structured learning experience through expert instruction, applied course content, and peer engagement. It is typically completed over 6–8 months and leads to the awarding of the NISCL Certificate of Completion. While you can complete the certificate in 6-8 months, you have a whole year to pace out your learning.

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Exam Only

Experienced professionals who do not require the full instructional component may elect to register for the Challenge Exam Pathway. Successful candidates will be awarded the NISCL Certificate of Completion. Candidates who do not achieve a passing grade will be required to complete the full program prior to re-assessment.

The Challenge Exam

Impor­tant Details and Conditions

Program Completion Timeline

Participants have up to one (1) year to complete all certificate requirements, including the final examination.


Cancellation and Refund Policy (Certificate Registration)

Certificate purchases are non-refundable.


Workshop Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be submitted a minimum of five (5) business days prior to the scheduled workshop date. A cancellation fee of $100 applies.


Module Access and Completion

Each module must be completed within nine (9) weeks of enrolment.


Assessment and Passing Requirements

A minimum grade of 70% is required to successfully earn the certificate. Participants who do not meet the passing standard on the first attempt are permitted one (1) reattempt, which is completed through D2L. No additional registration is required.


Confirmation and Access to Learning Platform

Upon registration, participants will receive an automated confirmation email containing a certificate access code and registration details for upcoming workshops.


Within two (2) business days, participants will also receive a separate email confirming activation of access to the D2L learning platform.


Once access has been granted, participants may log into the NISCL member portal to access registered modules, workshops, and the final examination.

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