Executive Development Program in

Global Supply
Chain Management
from IIFT

Program Objective
Globalization led growth across industry verticals, increase in world trade and influence of competitive
market global drivers has nurtured the development of global supply chains. Across the industries, SC
executives have been advancing their globalization efforts for better integration of SC stakeholders
and functions which has led to formidable growth in profitable global supply chains. From Automobile
to Electronics including retail; industry has leveraged by designing and executing superior supply
chain operations.
With ever changing global landscape it becomes imperative for managers and professionals to
develop deep insights and equip themselves with apt skills and competencies to successfully manage
the ever increasing complexities of global SC.
The global supply chain management development programme is designed to facilitate the
development of skills for practical problem solving approach to complex areas of supply chain. It
guides through and helps explore and learn various themes of global supply chains along with
practical implementation.
This program will enable participants to obtain a good hands on experience with exposure to different
learning tools used in the SCM domain. This programme attempts to explore core aspects of SCM in
global context like SC design optimization, policy of vendor selection, SC logistics, risk management
and also touches on contemporary and evolving aspects of SC analytics, digital SC etc.
The program objective is to enhance problem solving ability of SC practitioners in complex, uncertain
dynamic global marketplace.
 Benefits to Participants

Program Highlights
• Opportunity to earn a Certificate from IIFT Delhi, a prestigious
institution set up by GoI.

• Lectures imparted by eminent faculty from academia and

experienced Industry professionals.

• Hands on exposure through exercises on spreadsheets and other

learning tools.

• A mix of Lectures, Discussions, Case Studies and Class Exercises

geared to enhance problem solving ability of SC practitioners in
the global marketplace.

• Fully Online Course with LIVE online interactive lectures that

provides a “real” classroom experience in a “virtual” environment.
No isolated learning experience.

• Seamless technology that can transmit lecture videos effectively

at home broadband connection of 512 kbps.

• User friendly and easy to use technology interface. No expensive

and time consuming software/hardware installations required at
your end.

• Virtual classrooms that allow for active interactions with other

fellow students and faculty.

• Convenient weekend schedules.

Certificate from • In the event that students miss attending the LIVE lecture on the
Virtual Classroom for some reason, students will be granted
IIFT Delhi
access to the recorded sessions for a specified number of
days/times.

• TALENTEDGE’s SLIQ Cloud Campus – Students on our virtual

Seamless technology
social learning platform are provided access to course
presentations, projects, case studies, assignments and other
reference materials as applicable for specified courses. Students
can raise questions and doubts either real time during the live
class or offline through the Cloud Campus.

• Learn from Anywhere – No need to travel to an institute or

training center. Learning continues even if you are traveling or not
Virtual classrooms available at any specific location. You may also learn from the
comfort of your home.

Weekend
Schedules
MODULE 1 – GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN STRATEGIC PERSPECTIVE
Insight into Global Trade and Global Supply Chains
Global Operations Strategy
Market Entry Modes and Global Market Development
Global Supply Chain Finance
Best Practices in Managing Supply Chain

MODULE 2 – NETWORK DESIGN OF GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAINS

Network Flow Models
Supply Chain Network Design and Optimization
Advanced Modelling of Supply Chain Network

MODULE 3 – FORECASTING DEMAND AND

PROCUREMENT
Demand Forecasting Tools and Techniques
Strategic Make or Buy Decision in Global Context
Global Supply Chain Purchasing Strategies
Supplier Selection
Global Sourcing and Procurement Optimization
Supplier Risk Management

MODULE 4 – GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN Syllabus

LOGISTICS
Logistics Infrastructure
Global Trade Logistics
Warehousing Networks
Global Trends in Packaging and Material Handling
Containerization
Intermodal Transportation
Supply Chain Security Issues
International Trade Contracts
Financing Global Trade and Insurance Issues
Commercial Documents, Letter of Credit, Customs
Clearance and EDI
International Trade Practices

MODULE 5 – CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN

GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN
Supply Chain Analytics and its Application
Digital Transformation of Supply Chain
Global Production Networks
Supply Chain Sustainability
Performance Benchmarks for Competitive Advantage
Program Coordinator
Ms. Sonu Verma
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Ms. Sonu Verma is an Assistant Professor in the area of Quantitative
techniques and Operations with IIFT Delhi has more than 12 years of
experience of teaching and research. She has an excellent academic record
with a degree in Electronics Engineering and a gold medal in MBA. She has
been associated with various projects with Ministry of Science and
Technology.

Pedagogy
The primary method of instruction will be through LIVE lectures that will be delivered online via
internet to participant desktops/laptops or classrooms. The lectures will be delivered by eminent
faculty from both academia and industry. With an excellent blend of theoretical concepts, case study
as well as real world examples from various verticals the course curriculum has been designed to
deliver value. Combination of elements of application software and live discussions make it technically
superior learning opportunity from an Institute of repute. The course draws on the expertise and
experience of distinguished faculty and supply chain experts from industry which qualifies it as a
unique programme providing practical learning experience.

All enrolled students will also be provided access to our SLIQ Cloud Campus through which students
may access other learning aids, reference materials and assessments, cases and assignments as
appropriate. Throughout the duration of the course, students will have the flexibility to reach out to the
Professors, real time during the class or offline via the Cloud Campus to raise questions and clear their
doubts.

Who Should Attend

Professionals from the industry, research scholars, young faculty members from B-schools working in
the domain of operations and SC with an aptitude for learning practical applied issues related to global
logistics, procurement, SC optimization etc.

Prospective participants from public and private sector, academia and entrepreneurs who are keen to
gain practical knowledge and understanding of execution of SCM in business scenario are encouraged
to apply for this customized and exclusively designed analytically oriented program.
Eligibility
For Indian Participants - Graduates or Diploma Holders (10+2+3) from a recognized university
(UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU/State Government) in any discipline.
For International Participants - Graduation or equivalent degree from any recognized University or
Institution in their respective country.

Assessment
A minimum of 70% attendance to the LIVE
lectures is a prerequisite for the successful Schedule and Fees
completion of this program. There may be
some assignments built in as a part of the Date of Program Commencement
programme which may be in the form of a 04 March 2018
project or other objective/subjective
components as relevant and applicable to Program Duration
the program. Such assignments are 5 months
designed to ensure continuous student
engagement with the course and Schedule of Classes
encourage learning. While the assignments 2 hours on Sundays from 03.00 p.m.
will be discussed by the faculty, no to 05.00 p.m. IST
consolidated mark or grade sheets shall be
distributed to the participants at the end For Indian Students Fee
of the course. INR 50,000

For International Students Fee

How to Apply USD 1200
For admissions, students can register at :
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