Hands-on supply chain management
This course provides delegates with an understanding of how a truly integrated supply chain creates value - for the firm, its supply chain partners and its shareholders. Delegates get to tap into a realistic business environment using sophisticated computerised simulation where teams are challenged to run their own businesses and achieve their business objectives. Delegates are taught how to align supply, production, distribution and demand, and then how to run the supply chain process.
Learning outcomes:
After completion of the course, delegates will be able to:
- Decide on a overall business and supply chain strategy, implement it, manage the risks and counter competition;
- Solve typical business problems and overcome common organisational difficulties such as information overload, time constraints and the complexities of team dynamics;
- Match supply to demand, and balance their whole supply chain to optimally achieve objectives;
- Deal with marketing, production, supply and finance, all at the same time;
- Analyse management information (forecasts, sales reports, financial statements), interpret it and act accordingly;
- Deal with suppliers and customers who all have minds of their own; and
- Know how to achieve sustainable profit and grow market share.
Course content:
The course covers the following topics:
Day 1: Overview of general theory
1. Customer service
2. Inventory management
3. Purchasing management
4. Operations management
5. Warehousing/materials handling
6. Transport management
Days 2 - 4:
Computerised supply chain simulation with coaching sessions, as well as a site visit to expose delegates to the real-life situation.
Day 5:
Conclusion and debriefing
Entry requirements:
Delegates should at least have a Grade 12/matric certificate.
Time: 08:00 - 16:00
Venue: University of Pretoria, Main Campus, Pretoria
Cost: R12,400 (VAT incl.)