Course Description

This 5-day intensive program is designed to equip professionals with a solid foundation and advanced techniques in supply chain and logistics management. The course covers end-to-end supply chain concepts—from procurement and inventory to transportation and customer delivery—emphasizing optimization, risk mitigation, and integration of digital technologies. Participants will enhance their ability to manage complex logistics networks, improve operational efficiency, and support organizational goals.

Course Objectives

Upon the successful completion of this course, each participant will be able to:

  • Understand the core components and functions of supply chain and logistics systems
  • Analyze and optimize inventory, warehousing, and transportation operations
  • Apply demand forecasting, procurement strategies, and supplier management techniques
  • Evaluate risks and develop mitigation strategies in supply chain networks
  • Leverage digital tools and emerging technologies for supply chain visibility and agility
  • Implement best practices to improve efficiency, customer satisfaction, and cost control

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for professionals involved in supply chain, procurement, and operations management.

Course Agenda

Day 1

Registration, Welcome & Introduction

Pre-Test

Foundations of Supply Chain Management

  • Introduction to supply chain concepts and value chains
  • Key functions: procurement, production, logistics, and distribution
  • Supply chain design and network structures
  • Global vs. local supply chains

Day 2

Procurement, Sourcing & Inventory Management

  • Strategic sourcing and supplier selection
  • Procurement processes and contract management
  • Inventory classification and control techniques (EOQ, JIT, ABC)
  • Demand planning and forecasting
  • Case Study: Supplier performance and inventory decisions

Day 3

Logistics, Warehousing & Distribution

  • Transportation modes and cost trade-offs
  • Route planning, freight management, and 3PL/4PL providers
  • Warehousing operations, layout, and inventory flow
  • Last-mile delivery and customer service

Day 4

Risk Management & Sustainability in Supply Chain

  • Technology Integration & Supply Chain Optimization
  • Role of ERP, SCM software, and digital dashboards
  • IoT, blockchain, AI, and automation in logistics
  • KPIs and performance measurement (OTIF, inventory turnover, etc.)

Day 5

Technology Integration & Supply Chain Optimization

  • Role of ERP, SCM software, and digital dashboards
  • IoT, blockchain, AI, and automation in logistics
  • KPIs and performance measurement (OTIF, inventory turnover, etc.)
  • Continuous improvement and lean supply chain principles

Post-Test

End of the Course

Assessment Methodology

All courses conducted by EdTech will begin with a Pre-evaluation and end with a Post-evaluation. The instructor will evaluate the knowledge and skills of the participants according to the feedback given by participants. This will help to recognize the benefits and the level of knowledge gained by participants through the course.

Training Methodology

Facilitated by a highly qualified specialist, who has extensive knowledge and experience; this program will be conducted using extensively interactive methods, encouraging participants to share their own experiences and apply the program material to real-life work situations in order to stimulate group discussions and improve the efficiency of the subject coverage.

Percentages of the total course hour classification are:

  • ​40% Theoretical lectures, Concepts and approach
  • 20% Motivation to develop individual skill and Techniques
  • 20% Case Studies and Practical Exercises
  • 20% Topic General Discussions and interaction

Course Manual

Participants will be provided with comprehensive presentation material as reference manual. This presentation material is a compilation of core valuable information, references, presentation methods and inspiring reading which will be used as a part of the material guide.

Course Certificate

At the completion of the course, all participants who successfully accomplished the required contact hours will receive an EdTech Training Participation Certificate as a testimony to their commitment to professional development and further education.

Why Edtech ?

  • Industry Experienced; Internationally Qualified Trainers
  • Hands-on Practical Sessions & Assignments
  • Intensive Study materials
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Realistic training methodology
  • High-Quality Training in Affordable Course Fees
  • Achievement Certificate, as approved by the Ministry of Education (Abu Dhabi Center for Technical and Vocational Education Training - ACTVET), HABC, AWS, IAOSHE, SHRM, etc.