Operations & Supply Chain Management

Language:	English
Location:	Munich, Online
Duration:	3,5 days in 1 week
Start:	Summer 2026
Cost:	3,290 EUR
ECTS:	5

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A company’s operations and its management of its supply chain, both internally and externally, are critical success factors in today´s globalized and risk-prone business environments. The rapid changes in global marketplaces, sourcing, communications, and digitalization require companies to optimize and tailor their operations to support their overall competitive strategy by managing the flow of products, information, and funds to maximize the value for the entire system. Today’s turbulent environments make resilient supply chains more critical than ever. This certificate program will familiarize participants with the basics of operations and supply chain management.

Prepare your operations and supply chain management for the future:

A relevant topic for every business manager and company
The rapid changes in global marketplaces, sourcing, communications, and digitalization require companies to optimize and tailor their operations to support their overall competitive strategy by managing the flow of products, information, and funds to maximize the value for the entire system.

Combining evidence-based research and practical input
Professors and researchers from TUM and our partners provide the academic knowledge, while industry experts share valuable practical insights. This course is designed as an active-learning module and will combine lectures, case studies (e.g. from software industry, food or luxury goods), simulation games (e.g. distribution, management) and group work.

Applying the knowledge right away
Participants will learn to think analytically in order to successfully apply their knowledge and technical expertise acquired during the course to solve a variety of real business problems.

5 ECTS credits possible:
With this certificate program you can earn 5 ECTS that are applicable to the Executive MBA programs at the Technical University of Munich.

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Benefits

Develop sustainable and scientifically sound knowledge for your operational and supply chain management.

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Focus on Supply Chains

A company’s operations and supply chain management, both internally and externally, are critical success factors in today’s globalized and risky business environment.

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Identifiy your Opportunities

Learn how to optimize your competitive strategy and sustainably align your supply chains and operational processes.

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Research with Practice

Apply evidence-based knowledge from research directly to specific practical applications. Exchange ideas with your fellow students and expand your professional network.

Program Overview

You can find all the important information about the certificate program here. Below you can find out the objectives of the program, the exact details of the process, what you will learn and which lecturers will teach you the content.

Learning Objective
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After completing this certificate program, the participants will be able to:

Evaluate the relationship between supply chain structures and logistical capabilities and how these support a firm’s competitive strategy.
Explain the challenges and opportunities presented by new digital technologies in operations and supply chain management.
Formulate an integrated supply chain strategy.
Understand the fundamentals of operations management concepts.
Understand the fundamentals of strategic procurement and its contribution to the establishment of a successful supply chain.
Explain the foundations of logistics and inventory management as integral parts of supply chain management.

Details
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Program:

Operations & Supply Chain Management

Target group:

Experienced executives, professionals, or managers who wish to expand their knowledge in operation and supply chain management.

Academic Responsibility:

Prof. Dr. Martin Grunow, Head of Production and Supply Chain Management Group, TUM

Format & Timing:

On-campus, 3.5 days

Study location:

Munich

Language:

English

Dates:

23 – 25 June 2025 on-site in Munich
TBA half-day virtual session

Application deadline:

15 June 2025

Admission requirements:

Relevant full-time professional experience – initial leadership experience is an advantage.

Graduation:

After successful completion of the final exam, participants will receive a certificate from the Technical University of Munich.

ECTS:

5 ECTS

Creditability:

The certificate can be used to earn 5 ECTS credits that are applicable to the Executive MBA programs at the Technical University of Munich.

Program fee:

3,290 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 and members or employees of our strategic cooperation partners (see below)

*Based on our experience, the German tax benefits help many participants self-finance their education, as these can be worth up to 50% of tuition fees and program-related travel costs. Please consult your 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.

Lecturers
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Structure
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Participants will explore applications in different business contexts and organizational structures, while identifying the role of leadership in these processes. Participants will elaborate on how to evaluate strategic and organizational risks within the supply chain, and cover topics such as:

(Sustainable) supply chain management and performance
Inventory Management and Logistics
Innovation in Supply Chain Management
Operations management and operation flow lines

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