Get Certified by a Globally Recognized Supply Chain Academy
In a world where procurement plays a critical role in driving value, managing risk, and delivering sustainability, industry-recognized certification is more than a badge of honor - it’s a business asset.
Skill Dynamics offers two globally respected procurement certifications that empower professionals to demonstrate their expertise, build strategic capabilities, and stand out in a competitive talent market. Whether you're advancing your career or strengthening your team’s performance, these certifications provide a clear and credible benchmark of excellence.
Internationally Endorsed and Professionally Respected
Skill Dynamics is accredited by the International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management (IFPSM) and endorsed by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT (UK) - two of the most trusted bodies in the global procurement and supply chain community.
Every successful learner receives not only a certificate but also a digital badge to showcase their qualification online, proving their credibility to employers, clients, and peers around the world.
Two Career-Defining Certifications
Certified Procurement Professional (CPP)
This certification validates the practical procurement skills needed to deliver value across sourcing, supplier management, cost control, and compliance. It's ideal for those looking to demonstrate a solid foundation and immediately boost their contribution to the business.
Ideal for:
- Early-to mid-career procurement professionals
- Cross-functional professionals moving into procurement
- Procurement teams standardizing capability across the function
Certified Advanced Procurement Professional (CAPP)
CAPP is designed for experienced procurement professionals who lead strategy, manage high-impact supplier relationships, and influence cross-functional decisions. This certification proves your ability to think strategically and lead procurement transformation at scaling supply chain strategy with business goals.
Ideal for:
- Senior procurement managers and leaders
- Specific function specialists
- High-potential professionals on leadership tracks
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Once certified, learners may also obtain a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) certificate—a mark of ongoing professional learning and growth. While not a qualification in itself, the CPD certificate reinforces your commitment to staying current in a fast-evolving procurement landscape and can support professional body membership or regulatory training requirements.
Licensed Customs Broker and NCBFAA-NEI Continuing Education Courses
Many of the TCA Courses are approved for Continuing Education (CE) credits for U.S. Customs and Border Protection‘s Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) program and the National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America (NCBFAA)’s Certified Export Specialist (CES) and Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) programs.
Also Available: Supply Chain and Trade Compliance Certifications
Our Supply Chain Academy (SCA) and Trade Compliance Academy (TCA) deliver globallyendorsed credentials that build real expertise:
In the Supply Chain Academy, earn:
- CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
- CASCP (Certified Advanced Supply Chain Professional)
In the Trade Compliance Academy, certify your mastery of:
- Export controls (EAR & ITAR)
- Sanctions compliance
- Customs & import regulations
Practical, rolespecific and respected—these certifications prove your team can drive impact, whether optimizing procurement or securing trade compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Global Standard is a globally recognized benchmark that defines the skills, behaviors, and knowledge procurement professionals need to succeed. Developed by the International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management (IFPSM), it provides a universal framework for learning and development in the profession.
With the increasing complexity of global procurement, the need for professionalization and consistent standards has never been greater. The Global Standard was created by a team of academic and field experts to address this need—establishing a clear path for procurement professionals to achieve excellence.
Supported by this standard, professionals gain not only comprehensive knowledge but a clear understanding of what it takes to be a top performer in a fast-moving procurement environment.
Independent auditors appointed by the Global Standard Board assess learning programs to ensure they meet the highest international standards. The evaluation covers program content, instructional design, delivery, and assessment—regardless of location.
To earn accreditation, providers must pass a rigorous audit process based on strict criteria. Once approved, they are licensed to deliver certified learning and development programs that offer:
• Comprehensive training programs designed to build expert-level procurement skills
• Practical tools and knowledge aligned to global procurement standards
• Structured processes for developing and evaluating training effectiveness
• Programs developed by leading procurement practitioners and academics
• World-class learning content and delivery methods
Yes. While many programs are designed for enterprise delivery, individual procurement professionals can also pursue certification.
To enroll in programs such as CIPP and CIAPP, individuals must be actively working in the procurement field. You can find full application details on our certification program page.
Many procurement training programs focus heavily on theory, with limited emphasis on practical application. As a result, learners often complete courses without the ability to apply their knowledge effectively in the workplace.
The Skill Dynamics/IFPSM certificate goes far beyond theory. It’s designed to bridge the gap between knowledge and practice through hands-on exercises, real-world case studies, and role-relevant content.
Our programs empower professionals to immediately apply what they’ve learned to solve business challenges, improve supplier performance, manage risk, and deliver value to their organizations.
Enterprises gain certified procurement experts who apply global best practices, improve compliance, and enhance procurement performance.
While individuals benefit from skill development, our learning model is designed with enterprise transformation in mind. We enable organizations to:
• Upskill their procurement teams consistently across regions
• Improve supplier relationships and negotiation outcomes
• Mitigate compliance and operational risks
• Build a high-performing procurement function that drives competitive advantage
Simply put, enterprises gain a smarter, more capable procurement workforce ready to deliver measurable impact.
Yes. Skill Dynamics is an IFPSM-accredited provider, and our courses count toward recertification and continuing education hours across a wide range of professional associations.
Our certificates meet the requirements of programs such as ISM’s CPSM, CPSD, CPM, and APP, giving professionals the flexibility to maintain and grow their credentials while gaining relevant, role-specific skills.
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT UK) recognizes selected Skill Dynamics courses for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours.
To apply:
• Complete a qualifying training bundle
• Contact our Support Team with a breakdown of your study time and examples of how you’ve applied the learning (e.g., quizzes, reflection exercises)
• We’ll coordinate with CILT(UK) to confirm your CPD hours
If needed, we can provide a CPD certificate from Skill Dynamics. For full guidance on CPD, visit CILT(UK)’s CPD resources.