Supply Chain Strategy Advanced Professional Development [Level 7] part-time

As a student on this course you will establish a critical understanding of the subject to include the development and implementation of an effective supply chain strategy, specifying capacity, inventory and lead time policies, value chain and distribution strategies, and strategic alliances with stakeholders.

This is a practical course where you will learn the skills that are directly relevant to the workplace and business environment, for example ‚ strategy formulation process, the value chain; make or buy decisions; planning and controlling capacity and inventory; measuring demand and capacity; performance measurement and KAIZEN continuous improvement; appraisal and monitoring systems.

You will be taught using a mix of lectures, seminars and tutorials for the formal dissemination of information. In addition, you will take part in practical sessions and seminars enabling you to explore the concepts of logistics, purchasing and supply chain strategy in greater depth.

You will be assessed on the basis of written assignments and presentations.

In addition to learning applied skills directly relevant to the supply chain, the course will support the development of your personal skills in critical thinking and evaluation, organisation, time management, IT and communication skills.