Craft an action plan to transform complex and dynamic supply chains towards sustainable resilience.
8 weeks, excluding
orientation
7–10 hours per week,
entirely online
Weekly modules,
flexible learning
This is your opportunity to unleash your potential for extraordinary impact. By completing a course with CISL, you'll develop the skills, confidence, and network to lead change in your sector, organisation and sphere of influence to make significant contributions to society. Extraordinary change happens when passionate and inspired individuals share a common purpose to drive meaningful impact for the collective good.
Module 1 Essentials of supply chain management
Revisit basic supply chain principles, before expanding your perspective on the impact and influence of global supply chains.
Module 2 Managing supply chains in a changing world
Uncover the challenges that a volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous (VUCA) world poses to supply chains, and the mitigating impact of a global perspective.
Module 3 Practical implications for supply chain management
Expand your conception of value and rethink dependencies with a global perspective on supply chains.
Module 4 Designing efficient, resilient supply chains
Discover how a life cycle approach and innovative business models can revitalise supply chain design.
Module 5 Supply chain analytics
Reflect on the importance of analytics and KPIs for optimising supply chain management.
Module 6 Innovation and supply chain technology
Discover the role of technology in facilitating integrated supply chains, the new frontiers of digital supply chains and the opportunities for increased traceability.
Module 7 Supply chain collaboration and partnerships
Consider the range of relationships that exist within contemporary supply chains, and how to extend and strengthen these relationships to optimise the design and impact of supply chains.
Module 8 Rewiring your supply chain
Recognise your ability to effect change, consolidate your support network and develop a strategy to realise your goals.
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The insight and tools to leverage innovation, analytics, and technology to optimise supply chains.
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The knowledge and foresight to manage the risks of operating in volatile, uncertain, and complex environments to create resilient and sustainable supply chains.
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A deeper understanding of global supply chains and how to leverage sustainability and long-term value creation within your own supply chain to drive growth in your organisation.
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Access to the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) alumni network.
The Sustainable Supply Chain Management online short course from the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) is accredited by the International Supply Chain Education Alliance (ISCEA). ISCEA is the global leader in supply chain education, certification, and recognition courses. By completing this course, students will receive globally recognised skills in the supply chain occupation, networking opportunities with like-minded individuals, and discounted fees for Certified Sustainable Supply Chain Professional (CSSCP) certification. For more information on the benefits of taking this ISCEA-accredited course, click here.
Please note that GetSmarter and CISL bear no responsibility for the claiming of these benefits with ISCEA. The onus, therefore, falls on you to do so.
Martin Roberts
Director of Digital Learning, University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
Roberts joined CISL as a programme director in 2008. He is an expert in strategic thinking, sustainability, and business leadership, having helped companies across sectors in Africa, Asia, and Europe develop their own solutions to natural resource challenges. Roberts is responsible for digital learning at CISL, and has a keen interest in using technology to create impactful educational opportunities, democratise learning, and promote change. By heading the design and delivery of CISL’s popular portfolio of online courses, Roberts has equipped thousands of business leaders to reshape their organisations and apply the innovative business models of the future.
Ian Ellison
Senior Associate, University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
Ellison was previously the head of sustainability at Jaguar Land Rover. He has worked previously in various director-level roles in the aerospace and defence sector, focussing particularly on sustainable development, procurement, and eco-efficiency.
"[As a busy professional], it's not easy for me to study and learn on the run. The Sustainable Supply Chain Management course from CISL is really the right choice, as it’s flexible and it’s the most updated body of knowledge that teaches you about the sustainability challenges and opportunities facing businesses and supply chains. Not only have I learnt a lot about the environmental and societal issues posed by the supply chain in today’s VUCA world, I also discovered how to tackle the issues faced by introducing new analytic tools and innovative technologies. Even better, students can learn from the different challenges and opportunities of different businesses through discussion forums and wiki group assignments. In all, I really think the course is practically useful and insightful, and I had a very good online learning experience."
This course is certified by the United Kingdom CPD Certification Service, and may be applicable to individuals who are members of, or are associated with, UK-based professional bodies. The course has an estimated 80 hours of learning.
Note: should you wish to claim CPD activity, the onus is upon you. CISL and GetSmarter accept no responsibility, and cannot be held responsible, for the claiming or validation of hours or points.
This University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) online short course is delivered in collaboration with online education provider GetSmarter. Join a growing community of global professionals, and benefit from the opportunity to:
Gain verifiable and relevant competencies and earn invaluable recognition from an international selection of universities and institutions, entirely online and in your own time
Enjoy a personalised, people-mediated online learning experience created to make you feel supported at every step
Experience a flexible but structured approach to online education as you plan your learning around your life to meet weekly milestones