Craft 2 Supply Chain Management

Craft Certificate Module 2 in Supply Chain Management at Uwezo College represents the advanced level of education in the field, building upon the foundational knowledge gained in Craft Certificate Module 1. This one-year program, examinable by the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC), is designed to provide students with a deeper understanding of supply chain management principles and practices, empowering them to excel in this dynamic field. To enroll in Craft Certificate Module 2 in Supply Chain Management, students must have successfully completed Craft Certificate Module 1 in Supply Chain Management. This prerequisite ensures that students possess the foundational knowledge required for this advanced supply chain management program.

Course Structure:

The program encompasses an array of key areas to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in supply chain management:

• Office Organization: Strategies for efficient office management, including workflow optimization, document control, and administrative processes.

• Supply Chain Management: Advanced knowledge of supply chain principles and practices, focusing on logistics, inventory management, and supply chain optimization.

• Purchasing Principles: Mastery of purchasing strategies, supplier relations, and procurement processes in the supply chain.

• Business Finance: Comprehensive financial management skills, including budgeting, financial analysis, investment decisions, and financial planning within the supply chain.

• Business Law: An in-depth exploration of legal principles relevant to business and supply chain management, including contracts, business structures, and regulatory compliance.

• Economics: An advanced study of economic principles and their application in supply chain management decision-making, market analysis, and pricing strategies.

Skills and Competencies:

Upon completing Craft Certificate Module 2 in Supply Chain Management, students will acquire advanced skills and competencies essential for success in the field:

1. Strategies to optimize office management, streamline administrative processes, and enhance productivity in the supply chain context.

2. Mastery of supply chain principles, logistics, inventory management, and supply chain optimization.

3. Expertise in purchasing principles, supplier relations, and procurement processes essential in the supply chain.

4. Proficiency in financial management within the supply chain, including budgeting, financial analysis, investment decisions, and financial planning.

5. An understanding of legal principles relevant to supply chain operations, contracts, business structures, and regulatory compliance.

6. The ability to apply economic principles in supply chain management, decision-making, market analysis, and pricing strategies.

Career Opportunities:

Upon completing Craft Certificate Module 2 in Supply Chain Management, graduates can pursue advanced positions in the supply chain, including Supply Chain Managers, Logistics Coordinators, Procurement Specialists, and Inventory Managers. This advanced course equips students for leadership roles in supply chain management, offering opportunities for growth, advancement, and making a significant impact in the supply chain field within organizations.