Supply Chain Strategies
An online program for candidates that qualify for advanced standing.

P.Log Certification
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This program is ideal for
supply chain, logistics, and operations professionals ready to take on strategic roles
mid-career leaders looking to move beyond functional management
professionals preparing for digital transformation or leading change in complex organizations
anyone who wants to improve cross-functional supply chain alignment
PRE-REQUISITE
This is an advanced standing certification program for candidates who have any one of the following:
more than 15 years of experience, from anywhere in the world
post-secondary educational qualifications
other supply chain logistics credentials, or business-focused credentials like an MBA, CPA, or PMP
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Program Format
- 2 modules, all 100% online
- Sign up and start any time
- 8 weeks to complete each module
- average time commitment of 4-6 hours per week
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Certification Requirements
- complete program in one year or less
- minimum 5 years overall business experience required (experience acquired while taking the program will be accepted).
Program Content & Registration
Click on the drop-down arrows for each module for a description and link to register.
Module 1: Supply Chain Business Strategies
Collapsible content
Supply Chain and Logistics as Competitive Advantage
Strategic-thinking for Supply Chain Management
Key Focus: Systems thinking, leadership context
Learn how the supply chain connects all areas of the business - and how small decisions can create big ripple effects. This topic introduces the idea of supply chain as a system, helping you understand the drivers of cost, risk, and value. You'll also explore what leadership looks like at different levels of the supply chain.
Key Takeaways:
- How supply chains deliver business results
- Internal and external drivers of supply chain complexity
- Where leadership fits across operational, managerial, and executive levels
Value Creation: Profitable, Customer-Centric Supply Chains
Strategy, Performance & Competitive Advantage
Key Focus: Delivering value, aligning structure to strategy, performance trade-offs
This topic focuses on how to design supply chains that deliver on what customers actually value. You'll explore how structure, processes, and capabilities support - or limit - your ability to perform. You'll also analyze performance beyond efficiency, including responsiveness, innovation, and sustainability.
Key Takeaways:
- Map your value chain and define your organization's value proposition
- Analyze performance metrics and trade-offs across the supply chain
- Assess whether your current supply chain strategy aligns with business goals
Module 2: Supply Chain Leadership Strategies
Collapsible content
Responsible Supply Chain and Logistics
Big Data, Ecosystems & the Digital Supply Chain
Key Focus: Data-driven decisions, technology, and networked ecosystems
Explore how digital transformation is reshaping supply chains - from visibility and analytics to collaboration and automation. You'll examine the shift from linear models to interconnected ecosystems and how data enables better, faster decisions. This topic prepares you to lead in a world of complexity and constant change.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand how big data improves planning, forecasting, and execution
- Use analytics to support agility, resilience, and strategic intent
- Learn how emerging tech and partnerships redefine the supply chain ecosystem
Leadership & Decision-making Tools
Leading Through Disruption and Transformation
Key Focus: Leadership agility, decision-making under pressure, change management
In today’s environment, disruption is constant. This final topic gives you tools to lead effectively through uncertainty, whether you’re managing a crisis, driving innovation, or navigating resistance to change. You'll apply leadership models to real-world scenarios and develop a personal approach to strategic decision-making.
Key Takeaways:
- Build confidence in making decisions with incomplete or imperfect information
- Adapt your leadership style to context and organizational needs
- Develop a roadmap for transformation, talent development, and culture change
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
P.Log Certification
A full-picture view of modern, global supply chain systems
How to align operations with customer needs, performance goals, and business strategy
Strategic decision-making tools: value chain analysis, performance trade-offs, and capability mapping
The impact of big data, ecosystems, and emerging technologies on supply chain design and leadership
How to lead transformation and navigate disruption using a systems thinking approach
Frequently Asked Questions
Your eligibility in this program
You are eligible to earn the P.Log with advanced standing if you
- have more than 15 years of experience, from anywhere in the world, in any role in supply chain management, logistics, or business operations or strategy
- post-secondary educational qualifications
- other supply chain logistics credentials (not restricted to Canadian), or business-focused credentials like an MBA, CPA, or PMP
You will be asked to submit your resume and a copy of your credentials at the end of your program.
How to register
Register through the links provided above. You can
- register at any time
- register in one module at a time, or
- register in the full program (you get a bundle discount).
After you register
You'll receive access to your e-learning account & module/program instantly.
- Module access emails contain links.
- Keep an eye on your junk folder in case your email settings block the emails.
An official receipt will be issued for income tax purposes.
Time commitment
- 2 modules, all 100% online
- 8 weeks to complete each module
- average time commitment of 4-6 hours per week
- work at your own pace within the 8 weeks
- take a break between modules if needed
Certification requirements
- complete program in no more than one year
- minimum 5 years overall business experience required (at the time of completion; experience acquired while taking the program will be accepted).
- You will be asked to submit your résumé or a public profile (such as LinkedIn) to provide these details.