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# Now's the time to register...our 2024 Certificate in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management program kicks off on 2/22!

by [AIAG](https://blog.aiag.org/author/aiag) | Jan 30, 2024

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Offered by Wayne State University (WSU) in cooperation with AIAG, our 2024 Auto Industry Certificate in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management program combines academic and industry instruction with hands-on exercises and discussion over a period of 23 weeks.

- Participants **explore a wide range of SCM topics** including EV infrastructure, procurement strategy, supplier development, AI/predictive analysis, quality management, and much more.
- **Presentations, case studies, tours, internet sessions,** and other unique methods of instruction are used throughout the program.
- Faculty consists of **supply chain instructors and industry professionals** to provide a well-rounded understanding of key concepts.
- **Company related projects and presentations** help participants better understand how to apply their learning outside of the classroom.

Participants earn a full, endorsed certificate after successfully completing the project and meeting program requirements.

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February 22 - May 9, 2024  
September 5 - December 5, 2024

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Thursdays from 3:30pm - 7:00pm

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Virtual via Zoom  
or In Person at:  
AIAG Headquarters  
4400 Town Center  
Southfield, MI 48075

> **"The WSU/AIAG Certificate Program was an excellent opportunity to gain industry related knowledge from leading experts in the field. The program provides invaluable experiences with hands on learning that helped enable my professional career."   
> – WSU/AIAG Certificate Program, Past Participant**

[Find out more here and register today!](https://www.aiag.org/supply-chain-management/gapscn/certificate-purchasing-management)

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