Certification Overview
The American Certified Supply Chain Risk Associate (AC-SCRA)® is a foundation-level professional certification designed to equip individuals with the essential knowledge, practical skills, and competencies required to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risks across modern supply chains.
As organizations continue to navigate growing supply chain disruptions stemming from geopolitical instability, supplier failures, cybersecurity threats, natural disasters, regulatory changes, inflation, and global market volatility, demand for professionals with expertise in supply chain risk management has grown significantly across industries.
The AC-SCRA® certification provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of risk management principles throughout procurement, sourcing, supplier management, logistics, transportation, inventory, warehousing, and operational processes. Participants learn how organizations proactively identify vulnerabilities, strengthen business continuity, improve supplier resilience, enhance operational performance, and support sustainable supply chain operations.
The curriculum integrates internationally recognized standards, practical business applications, industry best practices, digital technologies, and real-world case studies to prepare participants for entry-level and associate-level roles supporting resilient procurement and supply chain operations.
Whether beginning a career in procurement and supply chain management or seeking to strengthen existing operational knowledge, the AC-SCRA® provides an internationally recognized credential that establishes a solid professional foundation for long-term career growth.
Why Get Certified?
In today’s global economy, supply chains face unprecedented challenges driven by geopolitical uncertainty, supplier disruptions, cybersecurity threats, natural disasters, regulatory changes, inflationary pressures, and rapidly evolving customer expectations. Organizations increasingly seek professionals who can identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, strengthen supplier relationships, support business continuity, and contribute to resilient, agile, and sustainable supply chain operations.
The American Certified Supply Chain Risk Associate (AC-SCRA)® provides a strong foundation in the principles and practices of supply chain risk management, equipping participants with practical knowledge and industry-relevant competencies that are immediately applicable in today’s business environment.
Through this certification, participants will be able to:
- Develop a solid understanding of supply chain risk management principles and organizational resilience.
- Recognize and evaluate procurement, sourcing, supplier, logistics, transportation, inventory, warehousing, and operational risks.
- Apply foundational risk identification, assessment, and mitigation techniques to improve supply chain performance.
- Strengthen supplier evaluation, vendor monitoring, and third-party risk management capabilities.
- Understand internationally recognized standards, frameworks, and best practices governing supply chain risk management.
- Gain exposure to emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), predictive analytics, automation, digital supply chain platforms, and business intelligence tools.
- Improve professional credibility and demonstrate commitment to continuous learning and professional excellence.
- Build the foundational competencies required for advanced procurement, logistics, supply chain, and enterprise risk management certifications.
- Position themselves for rewarding career opportunities across manufacturing, healthcare, government, logistics, retail, energy, financial services, and other global industries.
The AC-SCRA® bridges academic learning with practical workplace application, enabling professionals to contribute confidently to resilient, ethical, and high-performing supply chain operations while establishing a strong foundation for long-term career growth.
Course Description
The American Certified Supply Chain Risk Associate (AC-SCRA)® is a comprehensive, competency-based professional certification that equips participants with the essential knowledge, practical skills, and industry best practices needed to understand, identify, assess, and support the management of risks across modern supply chains.
As organizations become increasingly dependent on global sourcing networks, digital procurement systems, strategic supplier partnerships, and complex logistics operations, effective supply chain risk management has become a critical business capability. This certification equips participants with the foundational competencies needed to recognize potential vulnerabilities, support proactive risk mitigation strategies, enhance supplier performance, and contribute to organizational resilience and business continuity. Throughout the program, participants explore the full spectrum of supply chain risk management, including procurement, sourcing, supplier relationship management, logistics, transportation, inventory, warehousing, manufacturing, distribution, governance, compliance, performance monitoring, and emerging digital technologies. The curriculum combines internationally recognized frameworks, practical case studies, and real-world business applications to develop a strong understanding of how organizations build resilient and sustainable supply chains.
Key areas of study include:
- Supply Chain Risk Management Fundamentals
- Procurement and Strategic Sourcing Risk Management
- Supplier and Third-Party Risk Management
- Logistics and Transportation Risk Management
- Inventory, Warehousing, and Distribution Risk
- Risk Identification, Assessment, and Mitigation
- Business Continuity Planning and Organizational Resilience
- Governance, Regulatory Compliance, and Ethical Procurement
- Supply Chain Performance Measurement and Risk Monitoring
- Digital Supply Chain Technologies and Automation
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Predictive Analytics for Supply Chain Risk
- Business Intelligence, Data Analytics, and Supply Chain Visibility
- Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence
- Professional Practice and Emerging Trends in Supply Chain Risk Management
The AC-SCRA® curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application, enabling participants to support risk-aware decision-making, improve operational resilience, strengthen supplier and procurement performance, and contribute to the effective management of supply chain risks across diverse industries. Upon completion, participants will possess the foundational competencies necessary to pursue entry-level and associate-level roles in procurement, logistics, supply chain management, supplier management, operations, and business continuity, while establishing a pathway toward advanced professional certifications and leadership roles within the global supply chain profession.
Certification Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the American Certified Supply Chain Risk Associate (AC-SCRA)® certification, participants will be able to:
LO1. Explain Supply Chain Risk Management Principles
Explain the principles of supply chain risk management, organizational resilience, and enterprise risk awareness.
LO2. Identify Supply Chain Risks
Identify procurement, supplier, logistics, transportation, inventory, operational, financial, and external risks affecting supply chain performance.
LO3. Apply Risk Assessment Techniques
Apply fundamental techniques for identifying, assessing, prioritizing, and documenting supply chain risks.
LO4. Support Risk Mitigation Activities
Recommend practical risk-mitigation strategies to improve procurement, supplier, and logistics resilience.
LO5. Explain Business Continuity Concepts
Describe business continuity planning, disaster recovery, crisis response, and operational resilience practices.
LO6. Interpret Supply Chain Performance Measures
Interpret Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), dashboards, and operational reports used to monitor supply chain performance.
LO7. Evaluate Supplier Risks
Apply supplier evaluation and third-party risk management principles to support supplier performance and organizational resilience.
LO8. Apply Ethical and Regulatory Requirements
Demonstrate ethical procurement practices and apply governance, compliance, and regulatory principles within supply chain operations.
LO9. Utilize Digital Technologies
Recognize the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation, analytics, digital platforms, and supply chain visibility technologies in managing organizational risks.
LO10. Demonstrate Professional Practice
Support resilient, ethical, and continuously improving supply chain operations through effective communication, documentation, collaboration, and professional responsibility.
AC-SCRA® Virtual/Online Instructor-led 4-day Training
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Gleb Mikulich – AAPSCM® Executive Trainer | Supply Chain Strategist | Digital Transformation Leader
Gleb Mikulich is a seasoned professional with over a decade of expertise in supply chain, procurement, logistics, and digital transformation. He has collaborated with globally recognized organizations, including Accenture, Procter & Gamble (P&G), Pfizer, CNH Industrial, and Mediterranean Shipping Company, delivering impactful solutions across diverse industries.
- Industry-leading experience in Global Supply Chain Operations – Gleb has collaborated with top-tier industry leaders such as Accenture, Procter & Gamble, Pfizer, CNH, and Mediterranean Shipping Company, delivering measurable results in supply chain integration, procurement modernization, and performance optimization.
- Certified Supply Chain & Project Management Expert – Gleb holds industry-recognized credentials, including SCPro Certified (Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals), and additional certifications in Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, PMP, and PMI-ACP, showcasing his multidisciplinary expertise in process improvement, agile project leadership, and operational efficiency.
- Advanced Academic Credentials in Strategy & Digital Technologies – Gleb earned an MBA from IE Business School, with a concentration in strategy, operations, and digital technologies, and pursued advanced supply chain management training through MITx, equipping him with cutting-edge insights into global logistics, data-driven decision-making, and tech-enabled supply chains.
- Recognized Leader & Emerging Talent in the Field – Gleb is the recipient of the Young Professionals Emerging Leader Award from the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), and a lifetime member of Beta Gamma Sigma, a recognition of academic excellence and leadership in business education.
Dr. Jason Matyus – Advisory Board Executive Director, Training, Course Development, and Examination
Dr. Matyus is the Advisory Board Director for Course Development, Training, and Examination. Dr. Jason Matyus’s career spans many disciplines. Dr. Matyus started as a public school teacher. After leaving teaching he worked for 20 years as a business professional working for two Fortune 500 Companies. Within those 20 years, he had varying roles that touched Project Management, logistics and Supply Chain, Procurement, Corporate Trainer, and Leadership. After receiving his MBA in Leadership and Doctorate in Business Management, he spent the last 5 years in higher education. In addition to his work in business, he is also on the Board of Directors for Cornerstone Care and the Carmichaels Area School District Board of Education and currently serves on the Farmville Urban Development Board.
Séverine Boulard – AAPSCM® Executive Trainer
Séverine Boulard is an international HR consultant, trainer, and founder of HR Graff Consulting GmbH, Switzerland. With over 20 years of experience in global HR leadership roles across banking, finance, consulting, fintech, and high-growth international environments, she specializes in HR transformation, compliance, talent strategy, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness. She has led HR functions across multiple jurisdictions and is recognised for combining strategic expertise with practical, business-focused execution. Séverine delivers engaging training programs designed to translate complex HR topics into real-world leadership capability. She holds a European Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management and completed executive studies in HR Transformation through Cornell University. She trains in English, French, German, and Russian.
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