Demand & Supply Management

Language:	English
Location:	St. Gallen
Duration:	5 days in 1 week
Start:	24 August 2026
Cost:	3,619 EUR
ECTS:	5

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Dive deep into operational dynamics, whether in-house or across sourcing networks with our Demand & Supply Management certificate program. This five-day course, a standalone program option from the Executive MBA in Business & IT, equips you with the skills to harmonize business and IT, optimizing IT’s contribution and refining decision-making processes.

Our program uniquely blends academic excellence from our program partner, the Institute of Information Systems and Digital Business of the University St. Gallen, and experts with real-world industry insights. Dive into demand and vendor management concepts, crafting sourcing strategies rooted in risk and opportunity evaluation. Elevate your proficiency in aligning business and IT, ensuring a seamless synergy. Embrace a dynamic learning journey through a mix of theory, practical application, group collaboration, and personal development components.

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5 ECTS credits possible:
The certificate program is eligible as an elective for our Executive MBA Business & IT students.

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Benefits

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Strategic IT Fusion

You will gain expertise in harmonizing business and IT, ensuring seamless alignment. Navigate toward strategic impact through optimized IT contributions and informed decision-making.

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Demand Dynamics

You will bridge operational gaps with a focus on strong demand management. Acquire skills to analyze, evaluate, and enhance demand processes for organizational resilience.

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Sourcing Savvy

You will leverage major trends in sourcing for onshore, nearshore, and offshore. Master procurement and outsourcing strategies, evaluating risks and opportunities for sustainable business growth.

Program Overview

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Learning Objectives
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During our Demand & Supply Management, you will enhance your skills in creating a seamless fit between business and IT through effective Business/IT alignment. You will also learn how to analyze and evaluate demand and vendor management concepts, empowering you to craft sourcing strategies rooted in risk and opportunity assessment.

After this module, you will navigate the complex intersection of business and technology with confidence. Refine your ability to optimize IT contributions, make informed decisions, and strategically manage risks and opportunities in sourcing.

Details
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Program:

Demand & Supply Management

Target group:

Experienced IT or technical experts, digital managers or managers

Format & Timing:

On campus – Limited number of participants, 5 days

Study location:

University of St.Gallen (Switzerland)

Language:

English

Dates:

24 – 28 August 2026

Application Deadline:

24 July 2026

Application process:

You will receive confirmation of whether you are approved to attend the certificate program the latest 3 weeks prior to the start of the course.

Admission requirements:

Participants must hold a Master’s entry qualification (i.e. Bachelor’s degree, Diploma, Magister or “Staatsexamen”) as well as at least three years of full time professional work experience. Initial leadership experience provides participants with further advantages.

Assignment:

To receive the certificate you will have to pass the assignment of the week. The exam can consist of a group presentation during the week or a written assignment after the module. Subject to change.

ECTS:

5 ECTS

Creditability:

This certificate program can be credited as an elective with 5 ECTS towards our Executive MBA Business & IT.

Program fee:

3,619 EUR*

Note for EMBA students: If this certificate program is taken as an elective module, the participation fee is included in the EMBA tuition. You can select this option during the registration process.

Discounts:

10% discount for TUM alumni, members of EuroCIO and VOICE e.V. and members or employees of our strategic cooperation partners (see below).

* Based on our experience, the German tax benefits help many of our participants to self-finance their education as these can be worth of up to 50% of tuition fees and program related travel costs. Please, consult your personal tax advisor for more details. For participants of our programs residing outside Germany this might be applicable, please check the situation with the local tax authorities in your country of residence.

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Structure
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During the Demand & Supply Management certificate program, you will learn about:

Business & IT alignment, where you will optimize IT’s contribution to the business and establish effective ways to make IT-related decisions.
The importance of strong demand management, bridging operational gaps for enhanced organizational efficiency.
IT delivery, focusing on managing and controlling IT operations and portfolio management.
Vendor Management, exploring effective procurement strategies.
IT sourcing including major trends in onshore, nearshore, and offshore sourcing and understanding their impact on the retained organization.
Outsourcing strategies, considering HR and legal aspects for comprehensive decision-making.

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