W. P. Carey Certificate in Procurement Management - Spring 2027

$1,500

Total certificate cost

01/14/2027

Next start date

Online - scheduled

Learning modality

4 Months to complete

3 courses

Overview

In this 15-week certificate, you’ll build practical skills in sourcing, negotiation, and supply management—so you can make smarter decisions and drive better outcomes across your organization. Each course is designed for immediate application, giving you tools you can use right away in your role.

Whether you're growing in a procurement role or taking on more strategic responsibilities, this program helps you operate with greater confidence and impact.

Eligible coursework may also apply toward select W. P. Carey graduate programs.

Early bird pricing: available through December 17th, 2026.

Standard pricing applies afterward.

  • Early Bird Price: $1,500
  • Standard Price: $1,750

Certificate Schedule:

  • Operations and Supply Chain Management: 1/14/2027 - 2/17/2027
  • Strategic Procurement: 2/25/2027 - 3/31/2027
  • Supply Management and Negotiation: 4/8/2027 - 5/12/2027

Key Benefits:

  • Build practical procurement skills you can apply immediately
  • Improve sourcing strategies and supplier performance
  • Strengthen negotiation and contract management capabilities
  • Learn how to reduce cost and manage supplier risk
  • Develop the confidence to make more strategic purchasing decisions

What’s Included:

  • Three 5-week, fully online courses
  • Real-world tools and frameworks you can apply on the job
  • Instruction from W. P. Carey supply chain faculty
  • Tuition: $1,750 (scholarship applied, fees waived)
  • Optional pathway to select W. P. Carey graduate programs

(Optional Add-On) Executive Coaching with Ama La Vida: 

Unlock your leadership potential with expert guidance and real-world application through our partnership with Ama La Vida. This coaching add-on includes up to five 1:1 coaching sessions to help you deepen your learning, build confidence, and accelerate your professional growth during and beyond the course. To learn more about Executive Coaching with Ama La Vida, please visit this enrollment page


Advance your career with skills that matter now—and credentials that open doors for your future.

Courses within certificate

This course explores supply chain management topics, including environmental, project, and supply chain processes. It is designed for working professionals with some exposure to the supply chain industry. This course is offered 100% online and is part of the W. P. Carey Certificate in Foundations of Supply Chain Management.

Certificate Schedule:

  • Operations and Supply Chain Management: 1/14/2027 - 2/17/2027
  • Strategic Procurement: 2/25/2027 - 3/31/2027
  • Logistics in the Supply Chain: 4/8/2027 - 5/12/2027

A reflection of ASU's reputation for innovation, the course is a precursor to the material you'll learn in the Online and onsite MS-SCM and online and Evening MBA programs and allows you to earn a qualified professional credential and your master's degree

Who this certificate is designed for

  • Early- to mid-career professionals in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles
  • Professionals looking to strengthen negotiation and supplier management skills
  • Individuals taking on more responsibility in purchasing or vendor management
  • Anyone looking to improve cost control and decision-making in their role

Outcomes

By the end of this certificate, you’ll be able to:

  • Apply procurement strategies to real-world business challenges
  • Improve sourcing decisions and supplier selection
  • Strengthen negotiation and contract management approaches
  • Identify opportunities to reduce cost and mitigate risk
  • Lead procurement initiatives with greater confidence

Practical skills you will develop

This program equips learners with vital skills to thrive in today's complex workforce. Key skills include:

Risk management
Procurement
Contract negotiation
Supply chain management
Cost control
Sustainability practices

These skills directly apply to these careers

Purchasing Manager

Oversees the acquisition of goods and services, develops purchasing strategies, and manages supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective procurement.

Median Salary: $136,380

Logistics Manager

Coordinates the movement, distribution, and storage of goods, ensuring efficient supply chain operations and compliance with regulations.

Median Salary: $79,400

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