Mini MBA in Supply Chain Management and Logistics

Why Select this Training Course?

Supply chain logistics manage the organisation and transportation of products along the supply chain. The process starts with raw materials, moves through manufacturing, and concludes when a company ships its final product to a client or returns it to its original location. Logistics is concerned with transporting and warehousing goods within the supply chain. Supply chain management (SCM) encompasses the entire coordination among parties involved in the network, including sourcing, procuring, purchasing, manufacturing, transporting, storing, and selling.

Logistics is majorly concerned with the internal flow of commodities, whereas supply chain management manages the exchange of items between different organisations. Furthermore, SCM facilitates the procurement, manufacturing, and delivery of commodities. Logistics, on the other hand, is responsible for the transportation and storage of items at various locations within the supply chain.

This Rcademy Mini MBA in Supply Chain Management and Logistics course will provide you with the necessary information and comprehension to establish a thriving profession in supply chain management. This course will equip you with the necessary skills, self-assurance, and familiarity to effectively oversee and navigate any aspect of the supply chain. As a result, you will be well-prepared for more advanced positions and increased responsibilities, which will ultimately enhance your career advancement.

What are the big trends in supply chain management?

The evolution of supply chain management has witnessed the emergence of new trends to ease operation time and increase efficiency. This includes the integration of data analytics, AI, machine learning, cloud computing, predictive analytics, robotics, automation, drones and many others.

What is the goal of supply chain and logistics management?

Supply chain management aims to ensure the safe production of goods and transport to the final consumers. However, the objective is not solely to offer the goods but also to ensure the quality of the product is satisfactory. It is imperative to prioritise product quality enhancement as a mutual objective between you and your supply chain collaborators. One effective method to enhance the products’ calibre is to collaborate with clients to ascertain their requirements. They will identify and emphasise the shortcomings in the goods, giving you a chance to rectify them.

Who Should Attend?

This Rcademy Mini MBA in Supply Chain Management and Logistics course is specifically tailored for operations professionals, including:

• Managers and supervisors liable for managing the entire supply chain process from beginning to end.
• Senior executives and top-level management responsible for making decisions that can have an impact on the performance of various supply chain activities.
• Quality managers tasked with the responsibility of overseeing and upholding quality standards inside the company.
• Internal and external auditorsaccountable for verifying that all practices and processes adhere to industry standards.
• Individuals employed, suppliers, and any other external entities participating in different phases of the supply chain.
• Proficient professionals charged with overseeing logistics and supply chain operations across several industries.
• Professionals in need of a career transition, aiming to enter the supply chain industry.
• Individuals who match the specified criteria and have the intention of becoming specialists in the field of supply chain management.

What are the Course Objectives?

This Rcademy Mini MBA in Supply Chain Management and Logistics course seeks to provide professionals with the skills to:

• Define an innovative logistics strategy and success for their company or logistics service.
• Rearrange macro flows, physical and information, within the company and across the supply chain, from the supplier to the end consumer.
• Choose and implement a distribution policy according to consumer demands.
• Collaborate with suppliers and customers to lower logistics risks.
• Manage a logistics service by using relevant management indicators and continuously improving performance.
• Provide and upgrade skills to better comprehend the function of global logistics.
• Organise corporate information from customer to supplier.
• Reduce inventory by implementing an effective information system for its clients.
• Choose and design a transport strategy tailored to the customer’s demands.
• Manage a logistic service effectively and efficiently using relevant management indicators.

How will this Course be Presented?

This Rcademy Mini MBA in Supply Chain Management and Logistics course is intended to meet the needs of its learners. It also aids in skill development and the acquisition of new knowledge. A variety of techniques will be employed throughout the training programme to promote participants’ active learning. The best tutors with hands-on experience will deliver the course. This course incorporates lecture notes, topic-specific presentations, and real-world scenarios to blend classroom learning with practical practice. Students will also participate in workshops, seminars, exams, and presentations and will be encouraged to give feedback on their classes to improve outcomes.

What are the Topics Covered in this Course?

Module 1: Supply Chain Fundamentals

• Understanding supply chain
• Supply chain drivers
• Supply chain strategies
• Supply chain network design
• Inventory management
• Supplier management
• Procurement
• Sourcing
• Performance measurement & key performance indicators

Module 2: Logistics Management

• Managing different modes of transportation, including logistics planning and carrier selection
• Warehousing & distribution
• Transportation & logistics costs
• Handling returns and recycling to improve sustainability and customer satisfaction
• Global logistics
• Leveraging 3PL services for improved efficiency and cost savings
• Negotiating and managing freight contracts and relationships
• Sustainability in logistics

Module 3: Procurement Management

• Sourcing strategies
• Supplier selection & negotiation
• Contract management
• Risk management in procurement
• Supplier relationship management (SRM)
• Procurement technology
• Ethical sourcing

Module 4: Operations Management

• Production planning & control
• Inventory management in operations
• Facility layout & design
• Quality management
• Lean manufacturing
• Project management in the supply chain
• Data analytics in operations

Module 5: Financial Management for Supply Chain

• Cost analysis in supply chain
• Working capital management
• Financial modelling for supply chain decisions
• Investment analysis in supply chain
• Budgeting & forecasting for the supply chain
• Transfer pricing
• Risk management in supply chain finance

Module 6: Supply Chain Collaboration & Visibility

• Collaboration in the supply chain
• Supply chain visibility & planning
• Supply chain collaboration platforms
• Supplier performance management
• End-to-end visibility and supply chain optimisation

Module 7: Strategic Supply Chain Management

• Supply chain design & network optimisation
• Supply chain risk management
• Sustainability in supply chain management
• Supply chain innovation
• The future of supply chain management
• Case studies in strategic supply chain management

Module 8: Lean and Agile Supply Chains

• Integrating lean principles to remove wasteful practices and improve efficiency
• Understanding the differences between Lean vs. Agile and when to use each approach
• Implementing Kaizen and other continuous improvement techniques
• Combining agile and lean practices
• Optimising supply chain value stream

Module 9: Global Supply Chain Management

• Understanding international trade laws and regulations
• Managing logistics across international borders
• Navigating cultural differences
• Managing currency risks in international transactions
• Strategies for effective global sourcing
• Leveraging trade agreements to optimise supply chain performance

Module 10: Customer Relationship Management

• Segmenting customers to tailor supply chain strategies
• Strategies for efficient and accurate order fulfillment
• Effective supply chain practices that enhance customer services
• Managing returns and reverse logistics to maintain customer satisfaction
• Leveraging CRM technologies to improve supply chain interactions

Module 11: Advanced Manufacturing and Supply Chain Integration

• Implementing effective manufacturing strategies
• Applying lean principles to manufacturing processes
• Ensuring alignment between manufacturing operations and supply chain goals
• Six Sigma methodologies
• Implementing advanced manufacturing technologies
• Collaborating with suppliers to enhance manufacturing performance
• Case study

Module 12: Ethics and Compliance in Supply Chains

• Ensuring compliance with national and international supply chain regulations
• Sourcing materials and products ethically
• Anti-corruption measures
• Human rights and labour standards in supply chain operations
• Meeting environmental regulations and standards
• Transparency and accountability through effective reporting practices

Module 13: Humanitarian and Emergency Supply Chain Management

• Planning and preparing supply chains for disaster response
• Managing logistics during emergencies and disasters
• Designing supply chains for the delivery of humanitarian aid
• Collaborating with non-governmental organisations
• Building flexible supply chains
• Efficient allocation and management of resources during crises
• Analysis of supply chain management in past humanitarian and emergency situations

Module 14: Emerging Technologies in Supply Chain

• Last-mile delivery
• Utilisation of supply chain management software
• Robotics
• Warehouse automation
• Augmented data intelligence
• Big data application
• Demand forecasting using machine learning and artificial intelligence
• Internet of Things and smart SCM
• Cybersecurity
• ESG and green initiatives in SCM
• Scope-3 emissions
• Tier-3 visibility and transparency
• Low-code platforms
• Use of electric vehicles
• Use of drones for tracking vehicles
• Application of GenAI