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Operations and Supply Chain Management

4.9 (9 ratings) 3 enrolled 1h 16m of learning Updated Nov 2026
CertificateOn completion
1h 16mSelf-paced
10 lessonsOn the UISC learning portal
All LevelsNo prior training needed

Course curriculum

1 modules 10 lessons 1h 16m total
01 Operations and Supply Chain Management 10 lessons
  1. Why Supply Chain Management
  2. Key Terms (I)
  3. Key Terms (II)
  4. Three Levels of Supply Chain Management
  5. Five Stages of Supply Chain Management
  6. The Flows of Supply Chain Management
  7. Inventory Management
  8. Supply Chain Groups
  9. Tracking and Monitoring
  10. Supply Chain Event Management

About this course

Operations and Supply Chain Management course is designed for the supply chain management functional consultant, inventory management manager, product owner - supply chain management software, head of supply chain management, procurement and supply chain specialist, global supply chain procurement manager, senior supply chain manager, global logistic procurement manager, supply chain coordinator, international logistics procurement lead, supply chain analyst, VP supply chain, production planner, logistics engineer or any individual who wants to brush up their skills and knowledge in supply chain management. This Operations and Supply Chain Management course shares the key strategies, concepts and techniques of successful supply chain management 

In this comprehensive Operations and Supply Chain Management course, you will deepen your understanding on product development, key techniques to improving performance, lowering costs techniques, key strategies of forecasting, inventory management, order tracking, different levels of the supply chain, bullwhip effect, key strategies of supply chain and much more.

By the end of this course, you will be able to manage Supply Chain Management with excellence and professionalism. You will get a strong understanding of the supply chain and will help you grow further in your career. Moreover, you will receive an accredited certification from CPD that will enhance your CV and make you worthy in the job market. So, enrol in this course today and fast track your career ladder.

  • Accredited by CPD
  • Instant e-certificate
  • Fully online, interactive course with Professional voice-over
  • Developed by qualified professionals
  • Self paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone friendly
  • 24/7 Learning Assistance
  • Discounts on bulk purchases

Sneak Peek

Who should take the course

This Operations and Supply Chain Management course applies to anyone looking to establish a career in this field. This includes the following professions:

  • Chain Management Functional Consultant
  • Inventory Management Manager
  • Product Owner - Supply Chain Management Software
  • Head of Supply Chain Management
  • Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist
  • Global Supply Chain Procurement Manager
  • Senior Supply Chain Manager
  • Global Logistic Procurement Manager
  • Supply Chain Coordinator
  • International Logistics Procurement Lead
  • Supply Chain Analyst
  • VP Supply Chain
  • Production Planner
  • Logistics Engineer

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

  • Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of supply chain management
  • Understand the key elements and stages of supply chain management
  • Learn how to track order
  • Understand the process of inventory management
  • Learn key strategies of production planning
  • Learn key strategies and techniques of being proactive in supply chain management
  • Key elements of successful tracking and monitoring
  • Explore different types of supply chain strategies
  • Learn about the Bullwhip effect

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

Assessment

At the end of the course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing you to know straight away whether you have passed. If you haven’t, there’s no limit on the number of times you can take the final exam. All this is included in the one-time fee you paid for the course itself.

Course Curriculum

Module 01 : Why Supply Chain Management?

  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Improving Performance
  • Lowering Costs
  • Product Development

Module 02 : Key Terms (I)

  • Procurement
  • Upstream and Downstream
  • Raw Material
  • Forecasting
  • Carrying Cost

Module 03 : Key Terms (II)

  • Inventory
  • Order Generation
  • Order Taking
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Returns Management

Module 04 : Three Levels of Supply Chain Management

  • Strategic Level
  • Tactical Level
  • Operational Level
  • Bullwhip Effect

Module 05 : Five Stages of Supply Chain Management

  • Plan
  • Source
  • Make
  • Deliver
  • Return

Module 06 : The Flows of Supply Chain Management

  • The Product Flow
  • The Information Flow
  • The Finances Flow
  • Data Warehouses

Module 07 : Inventory Management

  • Levels of Inventory
  • Just-In-Time Inventory
  • Keeping Accurate Records
  • Inventory Calculator

Module 08 : Supply Chain Groups

  • The Suppliers
  • The Producers
  • The Customers
  • The Customer’s Customers

Module 09 : Tracking and Monitoring

  • Dashboard
  • RFID’s
  • Alert Generation
  • Stock Keeping Unit (SKU)

Module 10 : Supply Chain Event Management

  • Inventory Alerts
  • Supplier Alerts
  • Bottlenecking
  • Being Proactive

Your certificate

CPD certificate — download it when you finish

Issued the moment you complete the final module. Every certificate lists the course aims and objectives, anticipated learning outcomes, the quality-assurance process — the elements required for verifiable CPD. Non-registrants can use it as CQC training evidence and for appraisals.

Aims & objectives Learning outcomes Unique certificate number

Learner ratings

4.9

Rated by 9 learners on the UISC learning portal · 3 enrolled

Common questions

Where do I take the course?

On the UISC learning portal. "Enrol now" takes you to this course there, where you pay securely, get your login and study at your own pace. Your certificate is issued there when you finish.

When can I start?

Immediately. Access opens the moment your order is confirmed and you can learn from any device, in any order, as many times as you like.

How is the course assessed?

A short multiple-choice or scenario-based assessment at the end of the course with instant results. You can retake it as many times as you need at no extra cost.

Can I enrol my whole team?

Yes. Organisations can buy multiple places on one invoice and receive a training record for every learner. Contact us for team pricing.

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