Chapter 21

Supplier Diversity Certifications and Continuing Education

IN THIS CHAPTER

Bullet Considering getting a certification

Bullet Finding ways to fulfill continuing education requirements

Bullet Examining a range of educational opportunities

Like most careers, if you want to advance and get recognized as a professional, you probably need a combination of degrees and certifications, along with online learning and continuing education. This chapter provides information about the most popular supplier diversity certifications from professional associations. It also discusses degrees and other credentials that you can earn from colleges and universities and introduces you to new and emerging online learning options for supplier diversity professionals.

Checking Out Certification Programs

Credentials like certificates or certifications tell your boss, colleagues, and recruiters that you’re knowledgeable about what you’re doing. As the supplier diversity industry continues to refine itself and establish more stringent and rigorous programs, the following sections introduce some of the most popular and widely recognized industry certifications.

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