Course Description

SCCP02 is an advanced-level course designed to deepen your understanding of cutting-edge supply chain concepts and practices, with a focus on sustainability. This comprehensive program, offered by the International Supply Chain Education Alliance (ISCEA), is part of the Certified Sustainable Supply Chain Professional (CSSCP) series on edX. The course bridges the gap between traditional supply chain management and sustainability, exploring innovative approaches to transform linear supply chains into circular models.

What students will learn

• Advanced sustainability-supply-chain concepts and their practical applications
• Strategies for sustainable sourcing and its impact on core supply chain processes
• The critical role of inventory management in sustainable supply chains
• Techniques to implement circular-supply-chain models
• Business and material planning methods for fostering sustainable supply chains
• Sustainable procurement practices and their environmental impact
• Methods to maintain supplier relationships through green purchasing
• Integration of sustainable raw materials and renewable energy in supply chain strategies
• Alignment of supply chain practices with international standards and environmental performance goals

Prerequisites

While there are no enforced prerequisites, basic knowledge of supply chain management or sustainability concepts is recommended. This course is designed for professionals with some background in either field, looking to expand their expertise in sustainable supply chain practices.

Course Coverage

• Advanced supply-chain-concepts and their integration with sustainability principles
• Business planning and material-planning for efficient and circular supply chains
• Inventory management techniques for sustainable supply chains
• Sustainable sourcing and procurement strategies
• Implementation of green purchasing and contract management
• Supplier relationship management in a sustainability context
• Integration of renewable energy and sustainable raw materials in supply chain operations
• Alignment of supply chain strategies with international standards and environmental goals
• Supply-chain-innovation for sustainability and competitive advantage

Who this course is for

• Current supply chain professionals seeking to incorporate sustainability into their practices
• Sustainability experts looking to understand supply chain management
• Business leaders aiming to implement sustainable practices in their organizations
• Aspiring supply chain managers interested in cutting-edge, sustainable approaches
• Professionals preparing for the ISCEA CSSCP certification

Real-world Application of Skills

• Implement sustainable procurement policies in their organizations
• Develop circular supply chain models to reduce waste and improve efficiency
• Integrate sustainable raw materials and renewable energy into supply chain operations
• Align supply chain strategies with international sustainability standards
• Improve supplier relationships through sustainable practices
• Enhance their organization's competitive advantage through supply-chain-innovation
• Contribute to meeting environmental performance goals and reducing environmental impact
• Apply for and potentially advance their careers with the globally recognized ISCEA CSSCP certification

Syllabus Overview

1. Introduction to advanced sustainability-supply-chain concepts
2. Business and material planning for sustainable supply chains
3. Inventory management in sustainable supply chains
4. Sustainable sourcing and procurement strategies
5. Green purchasing and supplier relationship management
6. Circular supply chain models and implementation
7. Integration of sustainable raw materials and renewable energy
8. Aligning supply chain practices with international standards
9. Supply chain innovation for sustainability and competitive advantage