Learn how supply chain management controls the flow of goods and services around the world. Master job-ready skills and knowledge that will help you drive performance and gain competitive advantage. Supply Chain Managers are in demand, with an average salary in Ireland of €50,000.
COURSE LENGTH:
COURSE STRUCTURE:
- Understanding the Supply Chain & Course Introduction
- Supply Chain Performance: Achieving Strategic Fit & Scope
- Supply Chain Drivers & Metrics
- Designing Distribution Networks
- Network Design in the Supply Chain
- Designing Global Supply Chain Networks
- Aggregate Planning in a Supply Chain
- Sales & Operations Planning in a Supply Chain
- Coordination in a Supply Chain
- Transportation in a Supply Chain
- Sourcing Decisions in a Supply Chain
- Sustainability & the Supply Chain
STUDY OPTIONS:
Part Time
1 x 3 hour live online evening class per week over 12 weeks
SUMMARY:
This course will help you kick-start a career in supply chain management, with a high-level introduction to the processes and operations that transform raw materials into final products. You will gain detailed knowledge of the theory and practice of supply chains and supply chain management and be able to think practically about the various processes and inputs within SCM.
Over 12 weeks part-time, you will be introduced to the concepts, strategies, and practical tools necessary to solve various course-related supply chain problems. Using a strategic framework, you will be guided through the key drivers of supply chain performance, including facilities, inventory, distribution, information, sourcing, and costs. The course structure is designed to support interactive lectures, case studies, and opportunities to put what you have learned into practice. You will gain a deep understanding of supply chains and be able to discuss confidently the practical operational and managerial elements that improve supply chain performance. Learners taking part in this course will now have access to the EBSCO Online Library, free of charge, for the full duration of the course. Here you can browse thousands of relevant journal articles and other reliable academic and commercial texts like the Harvard Business Review, Bloomberg Businessweek and Forbes Magazine, to supplement your learning and assignments.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
This course teaches you how to achieve performance improvements in supply chain management, which your career progression will depend on. You will be fluent in topics such as supply chain drivers and metrics, transportation in a supply chain, and the implications of sourcing. There is huge demand for supply chain talent worldwide, which is reflected in the salary levels in this sector. Organisations are competing globally in this space and recognise the impact that well-managed supply chains can have on their financial success. With this Professional Academy Diploma on your CV, you can show potential employers that you have the skills to create competitive advantage.
ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION
This course is assessed through a written assignment of around 3,000. Your lecturer will advise on a process that will be helpful in accommodating the essential requirements. You will have two weeks following the end of the course to submit the final assignment.
Your UCD Professional Academy Diploma will be issued electronically on a secure platform, with a link that you can share with employers and others wishing to verify your credentials. You’ll also be able to add the certification to your LinkedIn profile to demonstrate your achievement to your network as well as recruiters and potential employers searching for individuals with your skills and experience.
This course is not on the National Framework of Qualifications.
LEARNER PROFILE:
This course is ideal for professionals looking to launch a career in supply chain management or logistics. You do not need any prior qualifications in this area, but an interest in some supply chain management concepts would be beneficial, for example, meeting customer demands, organisational responsiveness, developing value, or logistics network resiliency. This course would also be of interest to someone working within an area of supply chain (procurement, distribution, manufacturing, etc.) who would like to gain an understanding of the wider SCM function. Please note that the course does not cover SCM software, specific technologies, or system configuration.
