Postgraduate Certificate in Supply Chain Management

Program Days:

Live Online via Zoom

  • October 22, 24, 29, 31, 2024
  • November 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28, 2024
  • December 3, 5, 10, 12, 14, 2024
  • January 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23,2025
  • 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Face-to-Face On campus

  • January 28, 2025
  • 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

(GMT+08) on all dates

PROGRAM FEE
PHP 85,990.00

* The prevailing exchange rate at the date of payment may apply.

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Program Overview

With the urgency of climate action, the pursuit of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the imperative to build resilience against unprecedented disruptions, Supply Chain has emerged as a pivotal arena for change. How we source, produce, transport, and deliver goods and services has profound implications for the health of our planet, the well-being of communities, and the stability of global economies. Further, an organization’s Supply Chain is the lifeblood of its value chain. An efficient and resilient Supply Chain ensures it delivers quality products and services to its customers. It is a key lever to reduce costs, increase production and quality, and transition to sustainability, Supply Chain executed excellently has been the differentiator of the best organizations across the globe in various industries.

This Postgraduate Certificate in Supply Chain empowers leaders to address these interconnected challenges and turn them into opportunities. Participants will learn the foundations of Supply Chain including demand planning, sourcing, inventory management, and distribution and logistics. Further, they will know how to effectively integrate Supply Chain into the organization’s strategy. In the program, the leader’s decision-making capability would be bolstered through a deeper appreciation of economic and industry analysis and financial management. The participant would be able to build operations excellence and improve and optimize their current Supply Chains through analytics and optimization tools; and can re-design. It challenges the SC leaders to build resilient systems through risk management. The program prepares the participants to lead in the digital age and be future-ready. Finally, this program delves into the crucial skills of being able to partner with stakeholders, lead the organization, and effect change.

This program offers private and public sector leaders, supply chain managers, and entrepreneurs’ excellent opportunity to learn how the best organizations in the world do their Supply Chain. Through the Case Study Method and interactions with the experienced professionals in the cohort, the participants will gain both a broader appreciation and deeper mastery of Supply Chain theory and practice. Ultimately, equipping the leaders with the capabilities and confidence to tackle their organizations’ key challenges and pursue priority opportunities.

 

Program Objectives

Master Supply Chain Management Foundations
Gain in-depth knowledge of core supply chain principles and best practices employed by leading global organizations.

Lead Supply Chain Strategy Development and Execution
Develop the skills to design, implement, and manage effective supply chain strategies that align with organizational goals and address global challenges.

Achieve Operations Excellence through Analytics
Leverage data-driven insights and analytical tools to optimize supply chain operations, enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve decision-making.

Lead Digital Transformation and Apply Future Trends
Embrace emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence to drive innovation and transform supply chain processes for enhanced agility and responsiveness.

Pivot to a Sustainable Supply Chain
Integrate sustainability principles into all aspects of supply chain management, from sourcing and production to transportation and waste reduction, to positively impact the environment and society.

What You Will Learn
  • Demand Planning Goods and Services Sourcing
  • Supply and Inventory Planning Distribution and Logistics Management
  • Economic and Industry Analysis and Financial Management for SC
  • Operations Management and Process Improvement
  • Analytics, Optimization, and Digital Transformation
  • Global Supply Chain, Risk Management, and Negotiations
  • Responsible and Sustainable Supply Chain
  • Leadership and Change Management in SC

DAY 1: Championing the “Why” of Supply Chain
DAY 2: Predicting Demand and Planning
DAY 3: Demand Planning in Practice
DAY 4: Sourcing Goods and Services
DAY 5: Sourcing in Practice
DAY 6: Planning Supply and Inventory
DAY 7: Supply and Inventory Planning in Practice
DAY 8: Managing Distribution and Logistics
DAY 9: Distribution and Logistics in Practice
DAY 10: Embedding Supply Chain in the Organization’s Strategy
DAY 11: Performing Economic and Industry Analysis for Business Decisions
DAY 12: Employing Financial Management for Supply Chain
DAY 13: Executing world-class Operations
DAY 14: Implementing Process Improvement
DAY 15: Optimizing Supply Chain and Distribution
DAY 16: Leading your Digital Transformation
DAY 17: Managing a Global Supply Chain
DAY 18: Managing Risk and Contingency Planning
DAY 19: Designing Supply Chain Responsibly
DAY 20: Achieving a Sustainable Supply Chain
DAY 21: Bringing Your Supply Chain into the Future
DAY 22: Partnering with key Stakeholders
DAY 23: Winning in Negotiations
DAY 24: Leading your Organization
DAY 25: Leading Change

Key Benefits

Mastery of Supply Chain Fundamentals

Build a solid foundation in essential supply chain disciplines, including demand planning, sourcing, inventory management, and logistics. Gain the knowledge and skills to optimize inventory levels, strategically manage suppliers, ensure timely delivery, and make informed decisions that drive efficiency and cost savings.

World-Class Supply Chain Management Expertise

Develop a comprehensive understanding of advanced supply chain concepts and best practices. Learn to implement LEAN principles, streamline processes, leverage data-driven insights, and navigate the complexities of global supply chains to achieve operational excellence and a competitive advantage.

Future-Ready Supply Chain Leadership
Prepare for the future of supply chain management by embracing emerging technologies, leading organizational transformation, and integrating sustainability into your strategies. Foster a culture of innovation and agility to adapt to evolving market dynamics and drive long-term business success.

Who Should Attend

The program is ideal for business owners and senior management overseeing complex supply chain operations. It is also relevant for government and NGO leaders involved in policy and implementation, change agents driving business transformation, and supply chain, operations, and project managers seeking to enhance their expertise. Supply chain, distribution, and logistics professionals at all levels who aspire to advance their careers and contribute to a more resilient and responsible global supply chain network will also benefit from this program.