American Association of Procurement, Supply Chain and Tourism Management

What American Association of Procurement, Supply Chain and Tourism Management does

The American Association of Procurement, Supply Chain and Tourism Management (AAPSCM) is a US-based non-profit 501(c)(3) professional association founded in 2020 and headquartered in Boiling Springs, South Carolina, with additional offices and charters across South Carolina, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Massachusetts. The organization positions itself as the 1st Internationally Recognized, vendor-neutral, USA-chartered certification body in procurement, supply chain management, and tourism management, and it claims a community reach of 300,000+ professionals across nearly every country, including international affiliate presence in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Lebanon, Bahamas, and Bahrain.

AAPSCM's commercial offering is built around 70+ distinct certifications organized into professional and manager levels across procurement, supply chain, tourism, healthcare procurement, AI-supply chain, e-commerce, and adjacent digital/sustainability domains. Core delivery components include a 24/7 online proctored certification testing platform, Standards+ digital content library, digital badge issuance for use on LinkedIn and resumes, self-paced online training at $399.99, and instructor-led virtual training at $1,200 for a 4-day program. A separate manager-level course is priced at $450. Distribution combines direct online self-serve with authorized training partners and affiliate testing centers.

Revenue is generated across five membership tiers ranging from Student ($49.99/year) to Fellow ($1,999.99/year), a Corporate Membership at $1,660/year, one-time certification exam fees at $399.99, optional training purchases, and local chapter membership. Marketing is executed across LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, YouTube, content marketing, email, and an annual conference and Hall of Fame event hosted at the Spartanburg SC Charter. The organization holds ten registered certification trademarks and is a member of the Institute for Credentialing Excellence.

Name

American Association of Procurement, Supply Chain and Tourism Management

Legal name

American Association of Procurement, Supply-Chain, and Tourism Management (AAPSCM)®

Website

https://aapscm.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The American Association of Procurement, Supply Chain and Tourism Management (AAPSCM) is a US 501(c)(3) professional association that issues 70+ certifications, training programs, and tiered memberships for procurement, supply chain, tourism, healthcare, AI, and sustainability professionals globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Certification Services

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Project, Process & Quality Certification Prep (PMP, PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma, ITIL) (EDANAIAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Project, Program & Portfolio Management Certifications (EDAAANAB), Digital Assessment Platforms & Computer-Based Testing Authorities (EDADAFAK), Standards, Metrology & Accreditation Bodies (BPAIAOAC)

Keywords

• Professional certification programs
• Procurement certifications
• Supply chain certifications
• Tourism management credentials
• Membership association

Headquarters

HQ city

Spartanburg

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Professional Membership Fees: Annual membership fees ranging from $49.99 for students to $1,999.99 for fellows, plus application fees. Membership provides access to certifications, discounts, resources, and community benefits.
2. Certification Exam Fees: One-time certification exam fees of $399.99 per certification. Candidates may purchase self-paced training ($399.99) or instructor-led training ($1,200) separately or take the exam directly.
3. Training Programs: Self-paced online training at $399.99 and instructor-led virtual training at $1,200 (4-day program, 2 hours daily). Training is optional but recommended for exam preparation.
4. Corporate Membership: Corporate membership at $1,660/year with additional benefits including authorized training partner status, charter affiliate creation, talent management vouchers, and 40% discount on course materials.
5. Chapter Membership Fees: Local chapter membership available for additional annual fees, providing regional networking and educational opportunities within the AAPSCM ecosystem.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

AAPSCM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit professional association that issues internationally recognized certifications and provides training, membership, and continuing education for procurement, supply chain, and tourism management professionals. Its core offerings span 35+ certification credentials (including ACPP, ACPM/CPM, ACSCP, ACSCM/CSCM, ACTP, ACTM, ACSCA, ACSAI, CHPP) delivered through online proctored exams, supported by self-paced and instructor-led training, tiered membership (student, professional, chartered professional, corporate, fellow), digital badges, and the Standards+ digital content library.

Product overview

AAPSCM offers a comprehensive certification ecosystem with three core certification tracks: Procurement Management (professional and manager levels), Supply Chain Management (professional, manager, and AI-specialized levels), and Tourism Management (professional and manager levels). The portfolio includes 70+ distinct certifications ranging from foundational professional credentials to executive diplomas. The offering architecture consists of: (1) Professional Certifications for entry-level specialists, (2) Manager Certifications for leadership roles, (3) Specialized Domain Certifications (Healthcare, AI, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, E-Commerce, Sustainability), (4) Executive Diploma Programs for senior executives, (5) Membership Tiers (Student, Professional, Chartered, Corporate, Fellow), and (6) Training delivery options (Self-paced and Instructor-led). Certifications are stackable from professional to manager levels, with AI-focused credentials representing the fastest-growing segment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Professional Certifications in Procurement Management Entry-level and professional certifications for procurement specialists covering fundamentals, sourcing strategies, supplier management, negotiations, and procurement processes. Includes ACPP, AC-DPA, AC-SGPES, AC-PRM, AC-SPR, ACIPDT, AC-PSPC, AC-GPCS, AC-PDS, AC-PLCM, and AC-PARP.
• Manager Certifications in Procurement Management Manager-level certifications for procurement leadership covering advanced procurement management, contracting, strategic sourcing, and procurement operations. Includes CPM (Chartered Procurement Manager) and ACPM (American Certified Procurement Manager).
• Professional Certifications in Supply Chain Management Professional and manager-level certifications for supply chain professionals covering supply chain fundamentals, logistics, demand planning, inventory management, distribution, and global supply chain risk. Includes ACSCP, ACSCM/CSCM, ACSCA, CSCT, CA-SCCM, CSSCM, AC-BSCP, AC-DSCI, AC-CSCSP, AC-SCCP, AC-SCDTP, AC-SCDTM, AC-GSRP, and AC-DDP.
• Supply Chain Artificial Intelligence (AI) Certifications Advanced AI-focused certifications for supply chain professionals covering AI/ML optimization, predictive analytics, automation, robotics in logistics, blockchain, and cybersecurity integration. Includes AC-SCAI, CSAI-M, CSAI, CAISCA, AC-AISCRC, AC-AIBPP, AC-AIPDFA, and AC-AIPCSR.
• Tourism Management Certifications Professional and managerial certifications for tourism and hospitality professionals covering destination management, sustainable tourism, hospitality operations, event planning, AI-powered hospitality experience, travel personalization, and digital marketing. Includes ACTP, ACTM, CTM, CSCTM, A-HXP, A-HXM, AITP-DMS, AITP-DMM, AITA, and AITP-DMP.
• Healthcare Procurement Certifications Specialized certifications for healthcare procurement professionals covering medical procurement, healthcare supply chain transformation, and healthcare procurement solutions management. Includes CHPP and CHPM.
• E-Commerce Certifications Professional and managerial certifications for e-commerce covering strategy, growth, digital merchandising, user experience, data analytics, AI, ethical practices, and cross-border commerce. Includes AC-ESGP, AC-DMUX, CED-AI, AC-SEEP, and CGCBE.
• Combined Procurement and Supply Chain Certifications Integrated certifications combining procurement and supply chain domains covering global procurement logistics, strategic procurement supply chain management, and procurement logistics transportation. Includes AC-GPLSCP, CSP-SCM, AC-PLSCM, AC-SPGSCP, AC-DSCPTP, AC-PLTE, AC-APSCP, AC-RCPPSC, EDPLSCL, and CPLIMP.
• Executive Diploma Programs Executive-level diploma programs for senior professionals covering AI-driven procurement strategy, supplier risk/compliance/ESG management, contract management automation, strategic sourcing negotiation, and procurement operations automation. Includes ED-AIPST, ED-SRCEAI, ED-CMAAI, ED-SSNI-AI, and ED-POAAI.
• Professional Membership Annual membership at $185/year (plus $10 application fee) providing access to certification discounts, member-only webinars, course materials, chapter membership, ID card, conference discounts, resources, and job board access for working professionals.
• Chartered Professional Membership Annual membership at $399.99/year (plus $50 application fee) requiring certification exam completion, providing ID card, ring, resources, test questions, brochures, and templates for those who have passed an AAPSCM certification at the Manager level or above.
• Student Membership Annual student membership at $49.99/year (plus $5 application fee) for verified students, covering up to 2 years, with access to charters, leadership opportunities, scholarships, digital-only publications, and professional distinction.
• Corporate Membership Annual corporate membership at $1,660/year (plus $250 application fee) providing authorized training partner status, charter affiliate creation, talent management vouchers, free seminars, and a 40% discount on course materials for organizations.
• Fellow Membership Annual fellowship membership at $1,999.99/year (plus $300 application fee) for corporate executives, supply chain leaders, and college professors, with categories including Grand Fellow, Specialist Fellow, Professional Fellow, Academic Fellow, Corporate Fellow, Emerging Leader Fellow, and International Fellow. Application by CV submission.
• Self-Paced Online Training Self-paced online courses at $399.99 including digital course materials, practice tests, mock assessments, case studies, and real-world examples designed to prepare candidates for AAPSCM certification exams.
• Instructor-Led Virtual Training Live virtual instructor-led training at $1,200 providing a 4-day program with 2 hours of live instruction daily from industry experts, with interactive discussions and Q&A opportunities to prepare candidates for certification exams.
• Digital Badges Digital credential badges issued to certified professionals for use on LinkedIn, resumes, and professional profiles to verify and showcase AAPSCM certification credentials.
• Online Exam Proctoring Secure online proctored certification exams available 24/7 for remote testing from home or office, delivering standardized multiple-choice exams with passing scores on a 1000-point scale.
• In-Person Exam Proctoring In-person certification testing at AAPSCM-affiliated testing centers worldwide, providing candidates with a physical testing environment option for taking AAPSCM certification exams.
• Supply Chain Analyst Certification (ACSCA) Professional certification for supply chain analysts covering demand planning, inventory management, supply planning, transportation, and logistics.

Quantifiable outcome

• 41% projected job growth for procurement and supply chain management careers (2020-2030), adding 1.1 million new jobs
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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AI capability7 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• International Affiliates - Saudi Arabia, UAE, Lebanon, Bahamas, BahraincoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational affiliate partners representing AAPSCM interests in Middle East and Caribbean regions. Partners facilitate certification delivery, training, and local market engagement. Expansion efforts ongoing to other Asian regions.
• Authorized Training PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOrganizations authorized to deliver AAPSCM training programs and exam preparation courses globally. Partners receive training materials, certification guidance, and can create charter affiliates within their institutions.
• Institute for Credentialing ExcellenceminorOthersAAPSCM is a proud member of Institute for Credentialing Excellence, demonstrating commitment to credentialing industry standards and best practices.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management): SHRM is the dominant U.S. HR professional association offering SHRM-CP/SCP certifications and corporate memberships. Comparable to AAPSCM as a peer professional-membership and certification business model serving individual practitioners and corporate HR buyers with tiered membership fees and executive-level credentialing.
• Toastmasters International: Toastmasters is a 100+ year-old global non-profit professional membership association running local chapters, paid memberships, certifications, and educational programs. Comparable to AAPSCM in overall non-profit membership-association business model, chapter/affiliate structure, and tiered membership pricing.
• Procurement Leaders: Procurement Leaders is a membership and research community for senior procurement executives worldwide, offering benchmarking, training, and CPO programs. Comparable to AAPSCM at the executive / corporate-membership tier for procurement audiences, with a different monetization model but overlapping corporate buyer set.

Others

• Credly (Pearson): Credly is a digital credentialing platform powering verifiable digital badges and certificates for hundreds of certifying bodies. Comparable to AAPSCM because AAPSCM issues digital badges through its own platform; Credly represents both a potential partner and a competing infrastructure layer for the same digital-credential workflow.

Direct peers

• Institute for Supply Management (ISM): ISM is the long-established U.S. professional association for supply management and procurement practitioners, issuing the CPSM credential and a flagship monthly manufacturing/survey index. Comparable to AAPSCM because it sells professional supply management certifications, memberships, training, and corporate enterprise programs in identical procurement buyer segments.
• ASCM (Association for Supply Chain Management, formerly APICS): ASCM is the dominant global supply chain professional association and certification body (CSCP, CLTD, SCOR-P), directly comparable to AAPSCM because both offer professional and manager-level supply chain certifications, corporate training programs, and worldwide chapter networks targeting the same procurement/SCM talent pool.
• Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP): CSCMP is a long-standing supply chain/logistics professional membership and education body offering SCPro certification tracks, education, and a global community. Comparable to AAPSCM because both sell membership tiers, professional certifications, training, and events to supply chain/logistics practitioners and corporate buyers.

Emerging players

• Coursera for Business: Coursera offers professional certificates and credentials from universities and companies in supply chain, procurement, and operations, with strong enterprise licensing. Comparable to AAPSCM as a competing destination for the same practitioners seeking credentials — particularly for AI/SCM topics where Coursera partners with major universities and tech firms.
• Next Level Purchasing: Next Level Purchasing is a procurement training and certification provider offering the SPSM (Senior Professional in Supply Management) program. Comparable to AAPSCM because it sells self-paced and instructor-led procurement certification tracks to individual practitioners and corporate teams, overlapping on procurement credentials content and price points.

Regional players

• HACCP / Hospitality Training Certifying Bodies: Hospitality and tourism certification providers such as CPI (Certified Professional in Hospitality) and similar bodies offer tourism/hospitality professional credentials and training. Comparable to AAPSCM's tourism management certification tracks (ACTP/ACTM) and Hospitality/Tourism segment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/aapscm
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCXKKFd2yJW-nMBxy9-RF6WQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/AAPSCM
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/american-association-of-procurement-supply-chain-and-tourism-management
• Instagraminstagram.com/aapscmofficial
• TikToktiktok.com/@aapscm

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