Program design and contents

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 for sustainable competitive advantage.

Module 2 - Operations Management

Controlling business processes to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction, at lower costs.

Module 3 - Supply Chain Management

Optimize design, planning, and execution to ensure resilience and business goals.

The Advanced Program Sustainable and Digital Supply Chain Management is part of our Executive Master of Operations and Supply Chain Management (MOS)

In addition to the Advanced Program Sustainable and Digital Supply Chain Management, 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 Research Methods
Module 1 - Operations Strategy – part of Essentials of Supply Chain Management
Module 2 - Operations Management – part of Essentials of Supply Chain Management
Module 3 - Supply Chain Management – part of Essentials of Supply Chain Management
Module 4 - Quality Management
Module 5 - Purchasing
Module 6 - Financial and Managerial Control
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.

Time investment and result

This advanced program offers an immersive learning journey, with a weekly study commitment of 12-15 hours and 3x3 days of interactive sessions. The thoughtful online preparation ensures that every in-class moment is impactful, allowing you to fully engage with the material. By working through selected literature and guided questions, you'll be well-prepared to delve into case studies and practical exercises, ultimately gaining the expertise to lead transformative initiatives in your organization.