Course Brief

The aim of this course is to develop in participants a critical understanding of core subject concepts and the ability to select appropriate strategies that deliver sustainable and competitive supply chain performance in rapidly changing global markets. You will learn how to identify, select and implement the right strategies for supply chains. By studying this course, you will equip yourself with a deeper insight into the aspects that shape modern-day supply chains and what drives their strategies. More than ever before, supply chain management has become a strategic function that is fundamental for surviving and succeeding in today’s competitive environment.

  • 45 - 60 Contact Hours

On completion of this course you will be able to:

  1. critically appreciate the role of logistics and supply chain management in achieving competitive advantage;
  2. understand the process of formulating strategy for supply chains and ensuring compatibility with wider corporate strategy;
  3. appreciate the integrative role of logistics and supply chain management and the need for collaboration and cooperation between internal and external supply chain partners;
  4. demonstrate a sound grasp of the principles and theories underpinning the formulation of logistics network strategy; and
  5. appreciate how disruptive change in the business environment might affect and transform supply chains in the future.

Topics Covered
 
  • Logistics & supply chain management;
  • Leveraging logistics for competitive advantage;
  • Porter’s value chain;
  • Achieving an integrated supply chain;
  • The changing competitive environment.
  • Financial aspects of supply chain
  • Financial flows through the supply chain
  • Cash-to-cash cycle time
  • Supply chain finance
  • Enhanced supply chain visibility
  • Faster delivery
  • Perishability
  • Introduction to the bullwhip effect
  • Collaborative Planning, Forecasting and Replenishment (CPFR)
  • Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
  • Supply chain design theory
  • Matching supply chain requirements and capabilities
  • Lean concepts in supply chain management
  • Agile concepts in supply chain management
  • Comparing lean and agile supply systems
  • Comparing lean, hybrid and agile supply chains
  • What is globalisation?
  • The drivers of globalisation
  • World trade and foreign direct investment
  • Regionalism
  • Risk management in a supply chain context
  • Risk mitigation approaches

 

  • A Professional Certificate in Operations Management

    The course will empower participants with skills to address important aspects of business operations including demand and capacity management, inventory control, addressing productivity through job design and motivation, and quality management.  Students are taught how to establish maintenance programs that can predict failures as well as how to configure processes, layouts and technology to achieve an efficient and effective operation.  

     

    On completion of this course, learners will be able to:

    1. Understand the role and activities of operations management
    2. Understand how Operations Strategy is linked to Business strategy and how to set operations Performance Objectives
    3. Determine whether to make or buy, and how to use competencies for determining outsourcing strategy
    4. Design the appropriate process and layout and select appropriate technology for operations
    5. Manage the operations planning and control process
    6. Practice effective capacity and demand management
    7. Use basic methods for Forecasting and Inventory Control
    8. Understand MRP, MRP II, ERP, JIT, lean manufacturing and their use and implications in Operations Management
    9. Understand the causes of asset failure and set up preventive maintenance programs
    10. Apply quality management principles and tools to ensure that goods and services provided meet and exceed specification.

     

    An e-certificate will be issued at the end.

    Please click here to view the full Course Outline.

    Schedule and Cost

    STUDY MODE START END DAY TIME ADMINISTRATIVE COST TUITION COST
    Online 27-Mar-25 15-May-25 Thursdays 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm TT$150.00 / US$23.00 TT$2,450.00 / US$375.00

    Information subject to change without prior notice.

    See our 2025 training schedule below:

     

    Registration details are provided below.

  • Master of Business Administration - MBA

     

                  

     

     

    An MBA for tomorrow's leaders, today!

    The globally recognized Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University MBA programme, offered via SBCS GLI, Trinidad, covers key management disciplines, including people skills, marketing, financial decision making, project management and strategy. 

    Students are drawn to this popular MBA programme by its academic rigour, its intellectual challenge, its flexibility and its proven ability to greatly enhance student career prospects. 

    This ACTT-recognised MBA encompasses nine courses which are all industry-relevant and practical in nature and taught by excellent and experienced lecturers. 

    Our flexible programme structure and affordable payment plans are ideal for anyone wishing to attain a high-quality Master’s qualification. 

    Assessments for all courses are currently facilitated via Timed Online Coursework. No assignment or final thesis is applicable for this programme.

     

    About Heriot-Watt University

    Founded in 1821, Heriot-Watt has a rich heritage and is valued for its pioneering research informed by the global needs of business and industry.

    Heriot-Watt University is ranked among the top 50 out of 130 UK Universities in the highly regarded 2024 UK University League Table. In addition, Heriot-Watt is ranked in the top 300 universities worldwide by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

    The university has five campuses across the world: Edinburgh, Scottish Borders, Orkney, Dubai and Malaysia, as well as 53 Approved Learning partners (ALPs) and educational collaborative partners in 150 countries.

    In 2018, the UK Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide named Heriot-Watt University as the International University of the Year.

     

    SBCS GLI Events

    Upcoming January - May 2025 Semester:

• Registration begins November 2nd, 2024

• Semester begins January 12th, 2025


    
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    MASTER'S ONLINE TUITION SCHEDULE: JANUARY 2025

     

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