Career Details

Certified Supply Chain Professional

Description

Due to an overwhelming request for an entry level industry certification, the American Society of Transportation and Logistics (AST&L) now offers the Professional Designation in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (PLS) to professionals seeking an understanding of the key strategies for improving customer service and increasing the efficiency of their logistics and supply chain operations. The purpose of the PLS is to recognize individuals that have completed a course of study examining the strategies for improving logistics and supply chain operations and are seeking to apply this knowledge within their profession. This designation is granted to AST&L members who have successfully passed the comprehensive examination.

Certifying Organization

American Society of Transportation and Logistics

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Unknown

If significant work experience is needed? Unknown

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Yes

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

Certificates

Certificate name

Certified in Production and Inventory Management

Certifying Organization

American Society of Transportation and Logistics

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Certified in Logistics,Transportation and Distribution

Certifying Organization

American Society of Transportation and Logistics

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Certified Transportation Broker

Certifying Organization

Transportation Intermediaries Association

Type

A - Core

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