This program is targeted to top corporate executives and professionals who are committed to excellence in developing and managing successful and world-class supply chain strategies and operations in this increasing global and competitive environment.

The program consists of five modules that aim to enhance executive skills and equip participants with the latest strategies and methodologies in supply chain management to reduce costs, increase customer satisfaction and better utilize assets.

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A successful participant will:

1. Understand the value of managing the supply chain of a business enterprise by learning new strategic approaches and techniques in meeting all supply chain challenges of managing risk through achieving global optimization;
2. Define and understand the importance of customer relationships, strategies in demand, inventory and supply management;
3. Recognize purchasing’s role in global supply management and be aware of the implications and imperative of the global environment;
4. Learn new concepts and practices in strategic sourcing and e-business;
5. Understand the strategic importance of the distribution and transport management function and how it affects the organization’s operating profit. Identify strategies and key performance measures that contribute to an effective distribution system; and
6. Develop skills for seizing opportunities and applying appropriate solutions to problems.

MODULE I: Integrated Supply Chain Management

• Introduction and Overview
• Emergence of Supply Chain Management and Supply Chain Strategies
• Supply Chain Profitability, Quality and World-class Organizations
• Supply Chain Optimization, Cost, Value and Measurement

MODULE II: Demand and Supply Management

• Market-driven and Customer-focused Supply Chain Strategies
• Order Fulfillment Strategies
• Customer Relationship Management
• Efficient Consumer Response
• Inventory Management Strategies

Core Management Skills

• The Art of Directing People
• Mastering the Dynamics of Finance: Liquidity, Profitability, and Value
• Strategic Human Resources
• The Discipline of Execution: Implementing Strategies

MODULE III: Strategic Purchasing

• Strategic Sourcing
• Global Procurement Strategies
• Supplier Relationship Management
• e-Business and Supply Chain Management

MODULE IV: Distribution and Transport Strategies

• Distribution Management Systems and Strategies
• Strategic Network Design and Information Technology Systems
• Facilities and Distribution Center Strategies
• Transportation, Strategies, and Issues