IIM Ahmedabad – Executive Programme in Supply Chain and Logistics Management
(EPSCLM) - Batch 03
The programme is aimed at providing the participants with a deep understanding of the supply chain and logistics management principles from a strategy, planning and operations perspective. The sessions would be specifically designed to prepare participants for advancement in supply chain management careers including procurement, supplier management, inventory management, coordination, and logistics (transport and warehousing).
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Programme Highlights
Duration
Spread over 5-6 months
Last Date to Apply
Last Date to Apply – February 28,2025
Campus Modules
2 campus modules (6 days) at IIMA
March 8-11, 2025
August 13-14, 2025
Online Sessions
Live online sessions every Sunday (10 AM to 1 PM)
Certificate
IIMA Certificate of Completion
Fees
Programme Fees – INR 4,00,000 + GST
Programme Overview
Supply chain and logistics have transformed from basic delivery systems to pivotal strategic business functions, integrating just-in-time inventory management, last-mile delivery, global transportation networks, big data applications and advanced UAV and drone technologies. With an increasing need for proficient professionals combining technical prowess and leadership, EPSCLM offers a comprehensive curriculum that seamlessly integrates supply chain and logistics management principles from a strategy, planning and operations perspective. It emphasises analytics and data- driven insights for enhanced supply chain efficiency, streamlined networks and innovative sustainability frameworks, facilitating progressive supply chain finance strategies.
Curriculum Structure
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Modules
a. Integrated Supply chain simulation
b. Strategic directions
c. Supply chain alignment / strategy / metrics
d. Procurement and Inventory management
f. Data-driven decisions / supply chain analytics
g. Supply chain inance
h. Logistics (Sea, Air, Rail, Road)
i. Distribution strategies
j. Transportation and routing
k. Warehousing
l. Supply chain contracts
m. Pricing and revenue management -
Modules
n. Supply chain sustainability
o. Humanitarian and non-proit supply chains
p. Service supply chains
q. Latest trends, blocks chain, business model innovations
r. Supply chain coordination and platforms
s. Simulation / predictive / digital twin
t. Risk management in supply chains
u. Industry applications (automobile supply chain, food supply chain, agri supply chains, EV, semiconductor supply chains, gold logistics, time-sensitive supply chains – transplant / Qcommerce, cold logistics)
v. Introduction to supply chain decisions
w. Supply chain project presentation
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this programme, you will be able to:
- Innovatively re-engineer supply chains to manage fragmentation and reduce disruptions.
- Embrace digitalisation for efficient materials, information and cash flow management in supply chains.
- Stay competitive by adopting cutting-edge technologies such as Blockchain, IoT and Industry 4.0.
- Leverage supply chain analytics for informed decision-making and improved operational efficiency.
- Streamline supply chain networks to support the exponential growth of e-commerce.
- Prioritise sustainable practices to reduce the environmental impact of supply chain operations.
To develop an understanding of linking supply chain management with the enterprise strategy.
To develop coordinated supply chain strategies and improve value.
To design and optimize a supply chain network.
To learn analytical tools and techniques (using software) related to supply chain performance optimization
To appreciate the need for the latest advancements in the supply chains such as Blockchain etc.
Who May Attend/Eligibility
Working executives, with a graduation degree (10+2+3 or equivalent) in any discipline with minimum 50% or above marks. The applicant must have minimum 2 years of work experience
at Junior, middle or senior level in operations function or can be an entrepreneur. The idea is to have clarity on the Ex-Ante desired level of the participants.
The eligible candidates will be selected based on educational and professional background and motivation based on the application form submitted.
Important Dates
Pedagogy
The pedagogy will be highly interactive. It will leverage the use of technolgy. It will consist of a judicious blend of lectures, real-life case studies, computer simulations, case presentations, quizzes and assignments.
How to Apply
1 - RegisterRegister for the programme
2 - PayPay the Application Fee
3 - UploadUpload verified documents
4 - LetterOffer Letter from Institute
5 - EnrollPay the 1st installment and join
Interested candidates may apply using the application link: https://vcrvcnow.in/EPSCLM-BL02/student-reg/registration_lms.php
or call on Mobile: +918506085417 for assistance or write to inquiry-blp@iima.ac.in
Payment of Fees
Fees
| Programme Fees: | INR 4,00,000/- + GST* |
Programme Fee and Campus Module Charges
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Initial Payment
As per the Offer Letter
INR 2,00,000- + GST*
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Final Payment
June 10, 2025
INR 2,00,000- + GST*
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Please Note
* GST will be charged extra on these components; at present it is @18%
Fees to be paid directly to IIMA only. Payment Gateway:
https://payments.iima.ac.in/online/pg/326
Methodology & Evaluation
IIM Ahmedabad shall issue a Certificate of Completion (CoC) to eligible participants subject to the fulfillment of evaluation and attendance criteria mentioned below:
Participants are assessed for all the courses. Participants will be given any one of the following grades: “Satisfactory Plus” (S+); “Satisfactory” (S); “Unsatisfactory” (U). A participant will be asked to leave the programme and the fees will then be forfeited in any of the following cases:
If a participant gets 2nd U for academic indiscipline wherein Academic Indiscipline includes cheating/copying/ plagiarism in assignments and examinations and facilitating cheating in any way or is found having integrity issues during the programme.
If a participant gets 4th U for under-performance.
If a participant gets 1 U for academic indiscipline and 3Us for under-performance.
As per the norms of the programme, a participant requires at least 80% of attendance to become eligible to receive the certiicate, failing which a participant won’t be awarded the certiicate.
About Institute
IIM Ahmedabad (IIMA) has been consistently ranked as a premier management school in the country by several national agencies. IIMA programmes are also ranked highly in several international rankings. In 2008, IIMA became the first management school in the country to be awarded European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) accreditation by the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD). At IIMA, innovation lies at the base of every programme and the aim is to cater the best, to the best, from the best.
Programme Director
About the Program
Course Duration
Spread over 6 to 8 months
Mode of Delivery
Online classrooms at VCNow centres and campus modules at IIM Ahmedabad (Subject to government regulations)
Faculty Co-Chairs
• Prof. Chetan Soman
• Prof. Debjit Roy
Teaching Faculty*
• Prof. Ankur Sinha
• Prof. Chetan Soman
• Prof. Debjit Roy
• Prof. Prahalad Venkateshan
• Prof. Sachin Jayaswal
• Prof. Saral Mukherjee
*Faculty may change with/without any notice.
Past Student Testimonials
“The relevance of the curriculum in the current disruptive supply chain landscape and the emphasis on continuous learning were significant takeaways. The insightful mathematical models taught by expert Professors emphasised the importance of precision in decision-making. The theories and concepts also greatly enhanced my understanding of supply chain dynamics and equipped me with the necessary tools to navigate complex challenges within the field.”
"EPSCLM provided valuable insights into logistics management, warehousing capacity
calculations and adaptable strategies for different sectors' supply chain design. I've enhanced my project management skills, overseeing projects from end to end, including supply management responsibilities. This programme has significantly deepened my understanding of supply chain dynamics."
"EPSCLM has completely changed my perspective on supply chain management. I now see it as orchestration, where you coordinate across multiple stakeholders, enabling the smooth flow of goods and information. The programme has met and exceeded my learning objectives, allowing me to apply concepts more practically, especially through insightful case studies. This curriculum is vital for nurturing future leaders in supply chain management, positioning India for economic advancement."
About VC Now & Assistance
Founded by professionals who pioneered Videoconferencing-based executive education facilitation in India, VCNow makes it really simple for institutes to deliver their executive education programmes virtually using an easy-to-use video-based platform and hands-on support.
VCNow is a brand owned by Unified Collaboration Services LLP and is the largest infrastructure-based HD Video Conference Service provider in the country with over 70 Virtual Classroom studios spread across 32 cities in India. VCNow Virtual Classroom provides for a near-real classroom experience with its highly interactive Live 2-Way High definition Video Conference interface both through Classroom-based and Direct to Device based learning platforms.
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FAQs
What is the Eligibility Criteria?
For this programme, candidates should be graduates in any discipline with 50% or equivalent score in the highest qualification. It is also recommended that the applicants should have at least two years of work experience in operations at the senior, middle, and junior managerial levels or as entrepreneurs. Please note that the selections will be based on evaluating individual profiles and Statement of Purpose (SoP).
How is the course delivered?
Participants will attend live online lectures on Direct to Device (D2D mode). Plus, participants are given the opportunity to visit the IIM Ahmedabad campus and learn from the ground up through an intensive 6 days of campus immersion spread over 2 visits. Live online sessions are scheduled every Sunday, 10 AM to 1 PM IST, considering working professionals’ busy schedules.
What are the Important Dates for the Programme?
Programme Commencement March 8, 2025
First campus module: March 8-11, 2025
Final campus module: August 13-14, 2025
Note: All dates are subject to change as per sole discretion of the institute.
Why should I choose this course?
As more and more organisations are looking for ways to supply chain optimisation to level up with the recent disruptions the sector has undergone, the demand for skilled supply chain and logistics professionals well-versed in technical expertise and management is growing rapidly. EPCSCL is one of the best logistics and supply chain management courses in India intended to meet this demand quickly. This Programme will teach you everything you need to know about effectively managing supply chain and logistics operations and how to be successful in today’s competitive business environment. Moreover, you’ll learn to leverage analytics and data insights for supply chain efficiency, optimisation of supply chain networks, advanced aspects of supply chain finance and sustainability and much more.
Explain the fee structure and payment plan?
Application fee: INR 2,000 + GST (Non-refundable)
Programme fee (Excluding Application Fees): INR 4,00,000 + GST
Programme Fee Instalment Schedule
Initial Payment INR 2,00,000 + GST
Final Payment As per the offer letter
Due Date June 10, 2025
Is the curriculum relevant to industry needs?
This 6-to-8-month IIM supply chain management course has been divided into 19 relevant functional areas of the supply chain and logistics management viz-a-viz supply chain analytics and finance, procurement, supplier and inventory management, coordination, and logistics (transport and warehouse management). In addition, the programme will impart knowledge of supply chain sustainability and simulation and keep the students up-to-date on technological advancements like Blockchain technology and Industry 4.0 in Supply Chain. It helps participants develop business strategies by integrating supply chain management with strategic operations and preparing them to create coordinated supply chain and logistics networks.