Leadership Development Program in Supply Chain

Reimagine Supply Chains for Resilience and Growth

Total Work Experience

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Learning Journey

This six-month online program blends leadership skills with specialized supply chain knowledge. The program helps you develop the skills to lead in a fast-changing supply chain environment.

What You Will Learn

The program will enable you to:

  • Evaluate and refine supply chain strategies to align with global business objectives and adapt to dynamic market conditions

  • Apply lean management and sustainability principles to improve efficiency and minimize environmental impact

  • Innovate and secure supply chain processes by integrating emerging technologies

  • Use data analytics to improve decision-making, enhance forecasting accuracy, and strengthen supply chain resilience

  • Design and manage strategic partnerships to optimize resource utilization, enhance collaboration, and achieve competitive advantage

  • Apply leadership skills to lead diverse teams in supply chain scenarios and drive organizational success

  • Evaluate financial decisions and manage resources effectively in leadership roles

  • Employ negotiation strategies to confidently influence stakeholders and achieve desired outcomes

  • Design change management strategies to successfully guide organizational change

Supply chain leadership today demands a multi-dimensional skill set that combines operational expertise with strategic vision and a people-first approach. At Michigan Engineering, we recognize the urg...
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Debra Levantrosser
Academic Co-Director of the Leadership Development Program in Supply Chain
In a rapidly evolving global economy, supply chains are increasingly at the forefront of organizational resilience and competitiveness. As industries grapple with challenges such as sustainability imp...
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Dave Ostreicher
Academic Co-Director of the Leadership Development Program in Supply Chain

Who Is This Program For?

The Leadership Development Program in Supply Chain is designed for professionals seeking to navigate the complexities of modern supply chains while driving innovation and resilience. Whether you are a senior executive shaping strategic supply chain decisions, a director optimizing procurement and logistics, or a leader spearheading digital transformation, this program provides the skills and insights needed to excel in today’s dynamic business landscape. It is ideal for:

  • Senior executives, VPs, and directors in supply chain management, including CEOs, COOs, and CSCOs, who are responsible for building agile and resilient supply chains that drive performance, mitigate disruptions, and foster long-term growth through strategic innovation

  • Directors, senior leaders, and managers in procurement, planning, inventory, and logistics, who are looking to enhance operational efficiency, align supply chain strategies with broader business goals, and drive profitability and sustainability

  • Professionals leading digital transformation in supply chain management, including senior leaders in supply chain innovation, manufacturing, and data-driven operations, such as senior directors, VPs, and global project managers, who are aiming to integrate cutting-edge technologies for efficiency and scalability

Program Highlights

Comprehensive curriculum
Comprehensive curriculum

Gain expertise in supply chain strategy, digital transformation, and risk management

Expert faculty
Expert instructors

Learn from Michigan Engineering’s renowned faculty and industry leaders

Live sessions with subject matter experts
Live sessions with subject matter experts

Weekly office hours on the latest industry developments

Executive development workshops
Executive development workshops

Participate in expert-led workshops on key topics from throughout the program

 Capstone project
Capstone project

Address real-world supply chain challenges through practical application

Networking opportunities
Networking opportunities

Expand professional connections with a global cohort

Success coach
Success coach

Receive personalized support for a rewarding learning journey

Case studies and reflection
Case studies and reflection

Engage with real-world case studies and self-study assignments

Capstone Project and Reflection Activities

In this program, you will create an action plan to improve efficiency and resilience in your supply chain.

Through a structured approach, you will:

  • Optimize demand planning and forecasting—identify key challenges and opportunities

  • Align supply chain strategies—drive cost, quality, compliance, and sustainability

  • Leverage technology and analytics—integrate AI, digital transformation, and advanced analytics

  • Map and improve operations—identify bottlenecks and design an optimized future-state model

  • Ensure long-term success—implement lean and sustainable supply chain practices

Weekly self-study and reflection activities reinforce learning, helping you turn insights into actionable strategies. By the end of the program, you will have a structured road map to drive real-world impact—not just theory that fades away.

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Networking Event

Join an optional two-day in-person networking event that brings together peers, faculty, and industry experts. This event provides an unparalleled platform to engage with professionals across cohorts, fostering meaningful connections and cultivating a lifelong global network of peers.

Meet the Instructors

 Lecturer Cristina Eckhoff Onofre
Cristina Eckhoff

Lecturer of Business Administration, Ross School of Business

Lecturer Debra Levantrosser
Debra Levantrosser

Lecturer, Industrial and Operations Engineering, University of Michigan

Lecturer Matthew Nelson
Matthew Nelson

Founder and CEO, Orisa Design

Lecturer Soojin Kwon
Soojin Kwon

Lecturer in Leadership Communications, University of Michigan’s Ford School of Public Policy

Lecturer Toni Benner
Toni Benner

Lean Specialist and Instructor, Michigan Engineering Professional Education, University of Michigan

Lecturer Dave Ostreicher
Dave Ostreicher

Lecturer, Ross School of Business, Technology & Operations Area; Lecturer, Michigan College of Engineering, Industrial & Operations Engineering

Lecturer Matthew O’Connor
Matthew O’Connor

Executive, Global Materials and Logistics

Lecturer Ankur Agarwal
Ankur Agarwal

Principal Product Manager, Retail Imports, Amazon Global Logistics

Leadership Development Program in Supply Chain certificate

Certificate

Upon completion, participants receive a verified digital certificate from Michigan Engineering Professional Education, recognizing their expertise in supply chain leadership.

Note: After successful completion of the program, your verified digital certificate will be emailed to you in the name you used when registering for the program. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of Michigan Engineering Professional Education.

FAQs

Connect with a program advisor for a 1:1 session

Our program advisors have helped executives across the world choose the right program for their career goals. Schedule a 1:1 to get a deeper understanding of why the Leadership Development Program in Supply Chain is the right fit for you.

Email: learner.success@emeritus.org

Phone: +44 1174634038 (U.K.) / +1 3156602853 (U.S.) / +52 5597070274 (LATAM)

Early registrations are encouraged. Seats fill up quickly!

Flexible payment options available.

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