Certificate of Advanced Studies in Circular Value Networks at EPFL.

Executive Master in Global Supply Chain Management 2021

This CAS is tailor made for Business Operations professionals from all sectors to leverage their skills and experience to take on today’s challenges. We provide a science based, methodical and pragmatic pathway to sustainability.

OK I am very interested, but am I eligible for this program?

This program is intended for experienced professionals from both the supply chain world and the wider business or non-governmental communities seeking greater literacy in sustainable and circular systems.

Notable fields:

Sourcing / Purchasing
Operations Management
Finance (due diligence)
Innovation
R&D
Program / Project Management
Procurement
Engineering
Manufacturing
ITC
Quality Assurance
Health & Safety
Governance / Compliance
Legal

We would be happy to explore your eligibility for the program with you and in turn assess if it is the right program for you.

Simply request the information pack below, share your LinkedIn profile with us and will come back to you soon. Please note that a minimum of 5 years of work experience is required.

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We will send you the program’s information and an invitation to our next information session. We are happy to discuss the program fit for you and answer any questions you may have.

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A new opportunity space is starting to surface. The ability to balance Sustainable Development Goals and the leveraging of technology and AI platforms is essential. The defining differentiator for business operations professionals is embedding sustainability into business strategy to achieve resilience.

Leaders in Sourcing/Purchasing, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Health & Safety must upskill to take organisations to the next level.

Seats for the next run of the program are now filling up!

Your Certificate of Advanced Studies at a glance:

4 x 3 days – every third weekend
Th, Fr, Sa

12 days in-person at the EPFL Campus in Lausanne, Switzerland

Credits: 15 ECTS

Thesis is carried out at current place of work with classroom presence every second weekend and remote learning every other weekend.

OPTION 1 dedicated to
students coming from Switzerland or EU

One year full-time program including academic theory and an internship.

OPTION 2 dedicated to
students coming from other places

Our courses are conceived for experienced professionals who wish to gain specialist knowledge and skills. As well as offering short advanced certificate courses, EPFL executive education also works with industry and organisations on collaborative projects, matching enterprise educational needs with the latest innovation & research resources.

"We are depleting the resources our businesses depend on at record speed and we must mind their sustainable management. Innovation tends to inspire businesses to overhaul their workforce, where instead we should leverage experience and upskill where needed. Which is where we come in.

– Prof. Dimitris Kiritsis, Academic Director "

Embed Sustainability in Business Operations for Resilience

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MODULES & CONTENT OVERVIEW

Sustainability & Systems Thinking

Building the Sustainability Business Case

Environmental & Social Impact Assessment

Responsible Sourcing

BLUE CONNECTION SIMULATION GAME (ONLINE WEBINARS)
Becoming catalysts of the transition towards circularity

This EPFL Executive Education CAS will help you stay ahead of the curve with cutting-edge sustainability solutions knowledge & toolkits.

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3 seats left for August 2020 intake

Prof. Andrea Dunbar
Head of Executive
Education

Meet our Team!

Elaine Moran
Executive Director

Cristina Martinucci

Christiane Wahl
Program Administrator

Prof. Dimitris Kiritsis
Academic Director

Ana Caldas
Program Coordinator

Stéphanie Truan
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Leading Sustainable Business Operations

Navigate the pathway to circular value networks

Discover our Certificate of Advanced Studies in Leading Sustainable Business Operations, brought to you by EPFL Executive Education – Sustainable Resilient Value Chains

> This CAS will give you the mindset, knowledge, and tools to initiate, guide, and help measure your company's positive impact projects.

For those looking for a Master, this CAS is part of our flexible development pathway to a Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) in Sustainable Resilient Value Chains.

Is this program made for you?

Are you a problem solver but feel you are missing key knowledge and methods to meet the world’s greatest challenge?
Do you have sustainability objectives and need to implement impactful solutions?
Are you trying to understand how to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) for impact analysis?
Are you an individual looking to use your expertise to have a greater positive impact as you enter into the next phase of your career?
Are you a professional ready to secure your seat at the decision-making table as your company evolves?
Is your company or team struggling with how to upskill your people to transform your value chain towards greater traceability, transparency, profitability and impact reduction?