Essentials of Supply Chain Management

Online brochure
Start- and course dates
January 8, 2026
Tilburg Campus
Duration
12 days / 3 months
Fees
€ 9.600,- (exempt for VAT) / Alumni offer € 8.500,- (exempt for VAT)
Language
English

Innovate & lead in Ops & Chain dynamics

In today’s fast-paced and competitive business environment, the ability to strategically manage operations and supply chains is crucial for achieving sustainable success. As organizations face complex challenges, from optimizing operational efficiency to navigating global supply chain dynamics, the demand for skilled leaders who can drive operational excellence and integrate robust supply chain strategies has never been greater.

Our program Essentials of Supply Chain Management, is specifically designed for professionals eager to build a strong foundation in the Essentials and practices that drive high-performance operations and supply chains, whether you're advancing your career within the sector or seeking to enhance your strategic understanding of supply chain dynamics.

Participant profile

This program is designed for young professionals, mid-level managers, and senior leaders who are either directly involved in the supply chain or looking to gain foundational knowledge in this critical business area. Whether you're starting out in roles like Supply Chain Analyst or Logistics Coordinator, or you're a manager or executive overseeing operational strategy, this program provides the essential insights to collaborate effectively with supply chain teams.

Our participants include:

  • Supply Chain Analysts
  • Logistics Coordinators
  • Demand & Production Planners
  • Procurement Specialists
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Managers
  • Product development managers
  • Directors & C-level executives

Admission requirements

We aim for groups of motivated participants with a lot of potential. To guarantee education at the highest level, we apply admission requirements.

We ask:

  • At least a bachelor's degree from a relevant program
  • Experience in a relevant position 

Orchestrating operational excellence: from strategy to high performance

Upon completing this program, you will be equipped to take leadership with a comprehensive understanding of how to achieve operational excellence and strategic alignment in today’s complex business environment. This program combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, empowering participants to address the multifaceted challenges of operations and supply chain management. Through a dynamic mix of case studies, hands-on exercises, and expert-led discussions, you will develop the strategic acumen and operational skills needed to optimize processes, enhance collaboration, and drive overall organizational success.

  • Enhance your strategic and operational capabilities, grounded in cutting-edge knowledge and best practices.
  • Master the art of balancing efficiency and maximum customer value to achieve sustainable results within your organization.
  • Distinguish yourself as a forward-thinking leader, capable of transforming operations and supply chains to support long-term business objectives.
  • Broaden your professional network by connecting with other leaders and experts in operations and supply chain management.

How will this program benefit you and your organization?

This program is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge and tools to drive operational and supply chain excellence, regardless of their current role or background. By focusing on both strategic and practical applications, it ensures that participants—whether young professionals or senior leaders—are well-prepared to:

  • Strengthen competitive advantage: Learn how to leverage key operations and supply chain strategies to create and sustain a competitive edge for your organization.
  • Enhance operational efficiency: Gain hands-on experience with practical tools and models that can be immediately applied to optimize business processes and improve organizational performance.
  • Support organizational success: Develop a deep understanding of how effective operations and supply chain management contribute to overall business goals, and learn to align these functions with broader corporate strategies.

Why TIAS School for Business & Society?

  • Financial Times top-ranked business school for executive and in-company education.
  • All lecturers are top experts from academia and the business world.
  • Directly applicable scientific and practical knowledge.
  • Flexible programs tailored to your needs.

Part of our Executive Master of Operations and Supply Chain Management (MOS) program

In addition to the Essentials of Supply Chain Managment, TIAS also offers the opportunity to follow an Executive Master of Operations and Supply Chain Management (MOS).

The full Executive Master program (MOS) consists of the following modules:

  • Launch module - Business ResearchMethods
  • Module 1 - Operations Strategy – part of Essentials of Supply ChainManagement
  • Module 2 - Operations Management – part of Essentials of Supply ChainManagement
  • Module 3 - Supply Chain Management – part of Essentials of Supply ChainManagement
  • Module 4 - Quality Management
  • Module 5 - Purchasing
  • Module 6 - Financial and ManagerialControl
  • Module 7 - Sustainable Supply Chains
  • Module 8 - Digital Transformation
  • Module 9 - Service Network Design
  • Module 10 - Elective
  • Module 11 - International Study Trip– Innovation

For all participants of the Essentials of Supply Chain Management program, if you later decide to pursue the full Executive Master of Operations and Supply Chain Management, you are not required to retake or repurchase the modules you have already completed. This condition applies if you complete the entire Master's program within six years.

Our Executive Master of Operations and Supply Chain Management (MOS) is accredited by the NVAO (Accreditation Organization of the Netherlands and Flanders), allowing you to use the internationally recognized MSc title.

 

Building a Strong Foundation in Operations and Supply Chain Excellence

Our program comprises three comprehensive modules designed to equip professionals with the strategic insights, practical tools, and leadership capabilities needed to excel in today’s competitive environment. Each module begins with four weeks of online learning to build foundational knowledge. This is followed by three days of intensive, interactive sessions. The program includes a mix of lectures, simulations, debates, peer learning, and hands-on exercises, ensuring a strong connection between theory and practice.

Module 1 - Operations Strategy
Learn to align operations with business strategy, integrating operational excellence into execution for sustainable competitive advantage.

Module 2 - Operations Management
Master the design, planning, and control of business processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.

Module 3 - Supply Chain Management
Navigate the complexities of global supply chains, optimizing design, planning, and execution to ensure resilience and alignment with business goals

For more detailed information about the program content, you can download to the online brochure.

Cost of the Essentials of Supply Chain Management Program

€ 9.600,- (exempt for VAT) / Alumni offer € 8.500,- (exempt for VAT)

How do you finance your education?

You have found the program that best suits your learning goals and ambitions. But how do you finance this? There are different ways to do that. Your employer can play a role, but there are also interesting statutory regulations that you can use yourself. We list the possibilities for you.

Read about the possibilities here »

Date & location Essentials of Supply Chain Management 

NameLocationStart date
Essentials of supply chain management- 8-10 January, 5-7 February , 5-7 March 2026Tilburg CampusJanuary 8, 2026

Apply for the Essentials of Supply Chain Management Program

Thank you for your interest in our program Essentials of Supply Chain Management. After filling in this form, we will contact you to arrange a convenient date and time for an interview.

Academic Director

Freek Aertsen
Adjunct Professor
Zhané Bastiaanssen
Zhané Bastiaanssen
Program Adviser
+31 13 466 3902

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MOS Meetup - Geopolitics and Supply Chain Management

We are pleased to invite alumni, current participants, and those interested in the Executive Master of Operations and Supply Chain Management (MOS) to our next edition of the MOS Meetup.
Mar 14 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Tilburg Campus