The Indian Institute of Management (IIM)-Ahmedabad offers a supply chain and logistics management executive programme. While the application deadline is August 2, 2022, the programme will last six to eight months. Students must pay an application fee of Rs 3, 25,000 as well as GST.
Through this programme, the IIM is looking to provide a strong understanding of supply chain and logistics management principles from a strategy, planning and operations perspective among students. It will also prepare students for advancement in supply chain management careers. This includes procurement, supplier management, inventory management, coordination, and logistics (transport and warehousing).
Graduate working executives (10+2+3 or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 50 percent with at least two years of experience working in operations at Senior / Middle / Junior managerial levels or entrepreneurs are eligible. Applicants with programming language experience will be preferred.
- Developing an understanding of linking supply chain management with the enterprise strategy.
- Developing coordinated supply chain strategies and improving value.
- Aim to design and optimize a supply chain network.
- Helping to learn analytical tools and techniques (using software) related to supply chain performance optimisation.
- Appreciate the importance of latest advancements in the supply chains like Blockchain.
Besides these programme, the IIM-Ahmedabad also offers a Live Online Programme on Effective Management for startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This programme will begin on June 25, 2022 and will run until July 17, 2022. The application deadline is June 10, 2022.
This programme will take a hands-on approach to understanding a variety of concepts related to the service sector. It will also demonstrate how these frameworks can help executives make informed decisions in service companies.