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Certificate in Global Sourcing

Certificate in Global Sourcing

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Global Sourcing

 

About Global Sourcing
Global Sourcing is a procurement strategy used by businesses wherein goods and services are sourced from the global market to obtain the highest levels of efficiency possible. The goal of Global Sourcing is to lower production costs while maintaining the exacting quality standards required for products and services. Another key consideration is to confirm that the value pricing, quality, and deliverability is sustainable for the long-term.

Why is Global Sourcing important?
Global Sourcing benefits
•    Low-cost Production
•    Higher Production Capacity
•    Superior Products

Who should take the Global Sourcing Exam?
•    Purchase and procurement professionals
•    Business owners
•    Anyone who wants to assess their Global Sourcing skills
•    Purchase and procurement managers and senior executives
•    Purchase and procurement consultants
•    Professionals working in outsourced companies responsible for Global Sourcing
•    Any professional with skills and knowledge on Global Sourcing
•    Anyone interested in Global Sourcing

Global Sourcing Certification Course Outline

1. Procurement Management
2. Cost and Value Analysis System
3. Negotiation Skills
4. Purchase Management System
5. Vendor Management
6. Materials Planning
7. Material Classification, Standardization and Codification
8. Material Handling
9. Stores Management and Warehousing
10. Global Sourcing
 

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Certificate in Global Sourcing FAQs

It demonstrates your ability to manage sourcing projects across borders, strengthening your credentials for leadership and specialist roles in procurement and supply chain.

Yes. You may retake the exam after a two-week waiting period.

Review the official course outline, procurement and logistics textbooks, e-procurement platform guides, and case studies on global sourcing.

The certification remains valid for three years from the date you pass the exam.

You must score at least 70% to earn the certification.

No. A basic understanding of procurement and supply chain concepts is enough to begin preparing.

It is an online, proctored test consisting of multiple-choice and scenario-based questions.

The exam covers supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, logistics planning, risk management, compliance, technology tools, and sustainability in sourcing.

You can work as a Sourcing Manager, Procurement Specialist, Supply Chain Analyst, Contract Manager, or Consultant in manufacturing, retail, logistics, and service industries.

Most candidates study for 4–6 weeks, spending about 5–10 hours per week on reading and practice questions.