Resilient Value Chain Management
Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS)
The program
Profound change currents are reshaping supply chains on a global scale. Those who wish to stay ahead of this change need to move from supply chain management to value chain management thinking. Move beyond simply managing operations to driving collaboration across your value chain.
Our Executive Certificate is for those who want to drive change responsibly within the value chain. It provides a top down view on how all of the nodes along the value chain fit together. It focuses on the various stakeholder interests and trade-offs to be made, the relevant key performance indicators and on how to build resilience and agility. Understanding the end to end process, the people and what data is the valuable data, is the necessary step before any digital transformation. This course enhances collaboration as experts from roles across the value chain learn a common language. It also explores strategies for smart green logistics for carbon emissions equivalent reduction and customer satisfaction.
Participant profile
This program is for professionals with minimum 5 years, up to 25 years experience, who want to understand and transform the value chain.
Format
The modules consist each of 12 full class days (Thursday, Friday, Saturday), in person, at the EPFL Campus, along with remote and blended learning. It is designed to enable you to continue your work and study at the same time.
A Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) is granted by EPFL upon successful completion of all modules.
Registration for individual modules is also possible (subject to availability).
Module overview
Smart Green Logistics
April 10 – 12, 2025
Make a measurable difference
- Emerging technologies for logistics
- Green distribution & cost impacts
- Urban transportation
- Reverse logistics
Lean Operations Management
May 1 -3, 2025
- Lean Management tools for Waste Reduction, Risk Management & Digitalisation
- Productivity & operational speed for agility
- Sales & Operations Planning
Operations Strategy
May 22 – 24, 2025
Re-design, risk manage & scenario plan
- Redesigning your operations strategy
- Risk: strategic vs. operational vs. tactical
- Value stream mapping
- Operating & strategic model impact in financial terms
Value Chain Management
June 12 – 14, 2025
Maximise the value of the end to end supply chain
- E2E value chain overview
- The financial value in the value chain
- The power of collaborative planning
The Fresh Connection Simulation Game
6 Online Webinars
Deeply understanding the various value chain stakeholder interests
What do our participants say?
Aurélien Blanc
“I would recommend this program because it has been really helpful to better understand the whole value chain end-to-end. Each module has been very interesting and provided a short but deep understanding of each component. The Serious Business Simulation Game (practical case study work) is helping to apply the different concepts to better understand how to use them in real life.”
Aurélien Blanc, Regional Demand Planner at Givaudan (2022 Graduate)
Fabio Sant
“The CAS in Resilient Value Chain Management has been one of the best courses I’ve done during my professional life. Very nice to be “back to school”! Despite the years of experience in supply chain, there is always something new to discover and learn. This really was the best platform: Fantastic experienced professors, professional guests & professional team mates from different functional areas bringing diverse and new perspectives to your point of view. Tailor-made around resilience, sustainability, logistics and financial impact, all directly applicable to your professional life with a nice simulation tool (practical case study work).”
Fabio Sant, European Operation Planning Manager at Nestlé Purina (2022 Graduate)
Frédéric Oppliger
“With a background in Quality in the Pharma industry, I enrolled in this CAS program to develop my knowledge in the Supply Chain field, as part of my development plan at Bristol Myers Squibb. It happened at a time when I was thinking about a career move and exploring other areas of the organization I’m working for; it definitely helped me to take the step. For me, the overall highlights of this program were meeting people, developing my network, sharing experience, and competing (in a friendly way!) during the serious business game sessions. The general atmosphere in this program, with the lecturers and classmates, was very nice and interactive; it exceeded my expectations in terms of learning and enjoyment.”
Frédéric Oppliger, Director Global Supply Chain at Bristol Myers Squibb (2023 Graduate)
Admissions & tuition
Tuition fee
The fee for the CAS (all modules) is 9’800 CHF
It is also possible to take individual modules if one only needs to do a deep dive in certain topics.
We also offer multiple module discounts when you register for 2 modules or more.
For a detailed price list, please contact us at [email protected]
Please note: Priority is given to the applicants for the full CAS. Applications for single modules are subject to availability.
Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree, fluency in English and a minimum of 5 years work experience.
Applications
How to apply?
All applications for the CAS or individual modules are done online. You will need:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Copy & transcript for each degree
- A scan of your passport
- One passport photo (minimum 300 dpi – jpg file)
Apply for the Certificate of Advanced Studies (all modules)
Applications are taken on a rolling basis; it is advisable to apply at least 30 days prior to the start of the module.
Would you like to learn more about the CAS and how to secure your seat?
Request a brochure with a full overview of the program. We are happy to answer any questions you would have.
Our most common questions are listed below, however feel free to get in touch at [email protected] if you have further questions.
FAQ
- All modules: 9’800 CHF*
- Single modules: from 1’950 CHF
- Multiple modules: discounts when you register for 2 or more modules
Request a brochure or contact us at [email protected] for a detailed price list.
* An early bird fee discount of 500 CHF applies (limited and offered on a first come first served basis) if you register by January 31st, 2025.
Priority is given to the applicants for the full CAS. Applications for single modules are subject to availability.
All 5 modules must be successfully completed in order to obtain the CAS.
- Each module consists of 4 x 3 days of live classes (every 3rd weekend on Thu, Fri & Sat and 6 webinars), over a period of 3 months
- These are consecutive Thursday, Friday and Saturdays
- Class days start at 9:15 and finish at 17:15
Each module includes remote and blended learning.
Yes , we have built a new flexible learning model to cater to busy schedules.
It’s possible to upskill by attending single subjects (modules) of interest or a group of subjects at new special prices (starting at 1’950 CHF) if people are not quite prepared to commit to the full CAS.
We also offer multiple module discounts when you register for 2 modules or more.
Contact us for the full price list at [email protected]
Otherwise it’s possible to experience the first module, and then decide to continue to fill the requirements of the CAS, as long as it is done in order and within one year.
A Bachelor’s degree, fluency in English and a minimum of 5 years work experience.
All applications are done online. You will need:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Copy & transcript for each degree
- A scan of your passport
- One passport photo (minimum 300 dpi – jpg file)
Online application:
- Apply for the Certificate of Advanced Studies (all modules)
Applications are taken on a rolling basis; it is advisable to apply at least 30 days prior to the start of the module.
The next CAS starts on April 10th, 2025.
However, pre-work will be expected to be done in the week preceding the start of the CAS. Readings will be available on our online platform 2 weeks before the start of the CAS.