How to become a COO

Becoming a COO is an in-demand career path. It requires deep expertise in Operations and a strong network to carry you along. Here are some resources to help you on your journey.

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Why should you become a 
COO?

Demand for experts in Operations is growing rapidly. Companies are looking for people with deep expertise in the field of Operations to help them build their products and services.

No wonder that interest in a career in Operations is growing rapidly. Explore the resources below to learn more about how to become a COO.

Top Operations Certifications

Mastering the fundamentals of Operations will help you earn valuable certifications. Our expert mentors can guide you through the certification process and help strengthen your knowledge.

APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

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Now more than ever before, supply chain is essential for businesses to run, consumers to get the goods they need and society to function. APICS Certified Supply Chain Certification (CSCP) is the playbook you need to understand and deliver this critical process. The comprehensive program covers ever…

Operations Certification Coaching

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Consider reaching out to a coach specialized in Operations certifications. They can help you prepare for your exam, and provide you with the necessary resources to succeed. MentorCruise is the best place to find a coach for your Operations certification. Here are a few top picks:

Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)

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Membership in the American Purchasing Society implies a serious concern about the profession and a dedication to the improvement of "purchasing" and "supply chain management". Obtaining a purchasing certification further implies that the person is interested in advancing his or her career in the pu…

Certified Professional Logistician (CPL)

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The practice of logistics is a professional discipline. The Society's professional certification and recognition programs recognize the professional stature and accomplishments of logisticians within commerce, industry, defense, international, federal and local government agencies, as well as in ac…

APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD)

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Logistics is top-of-mind for EVERY company delivering products to customers. By earning the Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) designation, you’ll learn best practices along with the latest strategies and trends so you can lead in the logistics, transportation and distri…

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

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The PMP acknowledges candidates skilled at managing the people, processes, and business priorities of professional projects. PMI, the world’s leading authority on project management, created the PMP to recognize project managers who have proven they have project leadership experience and expertise …

Operations Workshop

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Consider joining a workshop specialized in Operations. Workshops are a great way to learn new skills, and get hands-on experience. MentorCruise is the best place to find a workshop for your Operations certification. Here are a few top picks:

Lean Six Sigma Certification

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Lean Six Sigma is a problem-solving method that has 5 phases: Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control. Don’t spend hundreds of hours and tens of thousands of dollars on outdated Lean Six Sigma training that frustrates you and your teams. GLSS makes Lean Six Sigma easy to understand—so you and…

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With 12+ years across Amazon, startups, and high-growth industries, I’ve built programs, scaled marketplaces, and led global teams. At Amazon, I hired and built a team of 8 members from scratch (conducting 120+ interviews), launched 20+ projects across Europe to reduce customer returns and improve brand protection, tripled SaaS revenue …

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I’m Jimmy, a 5/5 star top rated business mentor. I have 15+ years experience in business, sales, marketing and entrepreneurship. I have worked with thousands of people world-wide. Besides having my own ventures I am also a Judge @ Harvard Innovation Labs, Mentor @ Techstars, Judge & Mentor @ Masschallenge, …

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I’ve been a People Leader at four companies (Palantir, One Medical, Instacart, and InVision) that have scaled to unicorn+ status where I built and led the people team through hypergrowth. I now advise CEOs, People Leaders, and Venture Capital Firms to bring those learnings to companies around the world as …

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✅TOP 5% MENTOR | FRACTIONAL COO SUPPORT Running an agency is rewarding, but it can also feel isolating. Every decision, deadline and cash-flow wobble lands on your desk, and there’s rarely a peer to talk it through. I’m here to listen, advise and provide accountability. // My CSS Method 1️⃣Clarify …

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