Offered by Indian Institute of Management Indore (IIMI)

Executive Programme In Operations & Supply Chain Management

A 12-month live-online executive programme (with a mandatory 3-day IIM Indore campus immersion) that equips mid-career managers and technical professionals with strategic OSCM, analytics and Lean skills to design resilient, cost-efficient supply chains.

Duration
12 Months
Current batch / intake
Batch 10
Learning format
Live Online & Campus Immersion
Program fee
₹3,06,000
Program start
13 December 2026
Apply by
18 October 2026
Duration 12 Months
Mode Live Online & Campus Immersion
Program Fee ₹3,06,000
Apply By 18 October 2026

Program Overview

Master modern operations and supply chain management in a 12-month, executive-friendly format that combines live online classes with a mandatory 3-day on-campus immersion at IIM Indore. The programme blends academic rigour with practical tools — quantitative techniques, Lean and Six Sigma, supply chain design, forecasting, logistics and supply chain finance — so participants can move from day-to-day execution to strategic, data-driven decision-making. Through case discussions, projects, simulations and industry lectures, you will learn to design resilient, efficient and sustainable supply chains that improve margins and organisational performance.

Why consider this program

Key highlights and core differentiators that set this program apart.

IIM Indore certificate (prestigious B‑School credential)

Live online delivery with mandatory 3-day campus immersion at IIM Indore

Industry-focused curriculum with simulations, case studies and hands-on projects

Focus on analytics, digital twins and GenAI-enabled operations tools

Executive education alumni status and campus library access

What you may gain

Core capabilities, strategic skills, and managerial frameworks you will acquire.

  • Drive strategy with data-driven insights to diagnose operational challenges and design efficient, resilient supply chains.
  • Lead operational excellence using Lean, Six Sigma and process-reengineering to eliminate waste and improve performance.
  • Build and lead high-performance operations and supply chain teams with strategic leadership capabilities.
  • Align operations with strategic business goals to convert operational improvements into competitive advantage and margin expansion.
  • Optimise end-to-end supply chains through supply chain design, strategic sourcing and logistics to improve visibility and network efficiency.

Program at a glance

Essential delivery mode, timeline, and candidate eligibility at a glance.

Career level
Mid-Level
Mode
Live Online & Campus Immersion
Language
English
Certification
Certificate
Application status
Open

Curriculum / Course Content

Comprehensive breakdown of course modules, masterclasses, and hands-on projects.

  • Introduction to operations and supply chain management

  • Key Concepts: Cycle time, throughput and work-in-process

  • Logistics in Operations and SCM

  • Introduction to statistics

  • Mathematical programming

  • Queuing theory and simulation

  • Role of OS in business strategy hierarchy

  • Strategic contribution of operations management to an organisation’s overall goals

  • Process structure in Services & Manufacturing

  • Process analysis

  • Evaluating process performance

  • Process improvement and reengineering

- Total Quality Management: key elements

  • Six Sigma

  • Statistical Process Control

  • Process Capability

  • Theory of constraints

  • Scheduling

  • Resource Planning

  • Material Requirement Planning

  • Types of Inventories

  • Economic Order Quantity

  • Inventory control systems

  • Designing Lean System

  • Toyota Production System

  • Process Considerations in Lean Systems

  • Supply Chains for Services and Manufacturing

  • Measures of Supply Chain Performance across

  • Inventory and Financial Measures

  • Vertical Integration

  • Outsourcing

  • Bullwhip Effects

  • Forecasting models

  • Understanding demand variability

  • Monitoring and controlling forecasts

  • Digital Twins for Operations & Supply Chains

  • AI in Demand Forecasting & Planning

  • Strategic Sourcing

  • Supplier Relationships and Partnerships

  • Supply chain contracts

  • Procurement Analytics

  • Agency Theory

  • Factors Affecting Location Decisions

  • Network Design

  • Warehousing and logistics management

  • Logistics and SCM in Platform Business

  • Reverse SCM

  • Optimisation for Prescriptive Analytics

  • Applied Modelling in Operations and Supply Chains

  • Decision making based on pricing, sourcing and revenue analytics

  • Trends in Supply Chain Finance

  • Linkages, Dependencies and Reverse Factoring

  • Sourcing Strategies and Decisions

  • Supply Chain Design and Financial Challenges in Developing Countries

  • Financial Implications of Sourcing and Inventory Decisions

  • Triple Bottom line approach to sustainability

  • Socially responsible operations and supply chain

  • Industry 4.0

  • IoT 4.0 in SCM

  • Process Automation in SCM

  • AI in Supply Chain Risk Management & Resilience

  • Crisis Management in OSCM

  • Practical Challenges in Operations Management

  • Implementing Lean in Different Industries

- Digital Supply Chains: Track, Train and Transform

  • Gen AI in Operations for Process Excellence

  • Pandemic and Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories: SCM Lessons

Learning format and experience

Format, class schedules, campus immersion details, and evaluation criteria.

Study format

Mode and time commitment

Mode
Live Online & Campus Immersion
Duration
12 Months
Learning hours
150
Live learning

Class schedule

  • Sunday · 17: 30-18:45 · Weekly · IST — First session
  • Sunday · 19: 00-20:15 · Weekly · IST — Second session
  • Thursday (weekday) · 20: 30-21:45 · Weekly (third session scheduled on a weekday to ensure timely completion) · IST — Third session; the weekday may vary as scheduled
In-person experience

Campus component

In-person learning designed to deepen understanding and build meaningful peer connections.

There is one mandatory 3-day campus immersion at the prestigious IIM Indore campus. This valuable in-person visit consists of around 12 academic sessions, offering interactive learning and networking opportunities that enhance your understanding beyond online classes. If unforeseen situations arise, the on-campus module may be shifted to an online format while maintaining the required academic hours.

Learning approach

How you will learn

  • The pedagogy is a judicious mix of lectures, case discussions, project work, term papers, and assignments.

  • Smart learning in hybrid mode and adaptive assessments.

  • Hands-on exposure through gamification, simulations, and cutting-edge topics.

  • Industry-focused content with global case studies.

  • Tech-enabled methods using IoT, digital twins, and predictive analytics.

Assessment

How learning is evaluated

  • Continuous evaluation through quizzes, assignments, tests and examinations.

  • Participants must achieve minimum marks/grades as decided by the Institute to complete the course.

  • Minimum 75% attendance required for final grading; grade cuts apply for attendance below 75%.

  • Course completion certificate issued by IIM Indore upon fulfilment of academic requirements.

Eligibility and admissions

Eligibility criteria, work experience requirements, and admission steps.

Who this program is for

  • Managers in OSCM: For current managers wanting to deepen their strategic understanding and drive efficiency.

  • Aspiring OSCM Leaders: For professionals aiming to transition into high-growth careers in the OSCM domain.

  • Engineers & Technical Professionals: For those in technical roles looking to pivot into management and lead complex operational projects.

  • Mid-to-Senior Level Professionals: For experienced professionals from any industry ready to accelerate their journey toward OSCM leadership.

Eligibility criteria

  • Applicants must hold a Diploma (10+2+3), Graduate, or Postgraduate degree from a university recognised by the Association of Indian Universities, with at least 50% marks.

  • A minimum of two (2) years of full-time work experience after completing graduation is required; internships or training experiences will not be considered.

Minimum qualification
Graduate
Experience
2-5yrs

Admission and selection process

Admission criteria

  • Individual applications and corporate nominations are accepted, subject to the eligibility criteria outlined by IIM Indore.

  • The selection will be based on a holistic review of the candidate's application and overall profile, including education and work experience.

  • All applicants must meet the minimum eligibility criteria for their application to be considered for the final selection process by IIM Indore.

Notes

  • Applicants can explore education loans and EMI options available through authorised finance partners associated with the programme.

Alumni connection

Graduates gain official alumni recognition and lifetime networking privileges.

  • Eligibility to apply for IIM Indore Executive Education Alumni Status (separate application and fee).

  • Current membership plans: Two-year membership – ₹1,000 + applicable taxes; Lifetime membership – ₹10,000 + applicable taxes.

  • Benefits include communication of brochures/newsletters, onsite access to IIM Indore campus library, official IIM Indore email ID and Alumni ID card.

  • IIM Indore reserves the right to confer or withhold Executive Education Alumni Status.

Important Dates

Key application deadlines, batch commencement dates, and intake schedules.

Application Deadline 18 October 2026
Program Start Date 13 December 2026

Date notes

The 3-day on-campus immersion may be shifted to online format if unforeseen situations (e.g., pandemic) prevent on-campus delivery; in such cases the academic hours will be maintained.

Fees and Financing

Tuition fees, flexible installment schedules, and available financing options.

Total Programme Fee₹3,06,000
Fee or instalmentAmountDue date / termsNotes
Application Fee (to be paid at time of application submission)₹15,000At time of applicationShown in FeesPaymentContent; fees mentioned are exclusive of GST
Total Programme Fee (exclusive of bank charges & GST)₹3,06,000—Excludes bank charges of INR 5,300 and GST; overall fee including GST and bank charges shown as ₹3,60,127 in page
1st Instalment (payable at the time of admission)₹75,000At the time of admissionAmount shown excluding GST in instalment schedule
2nd Instalment₹75,0006 February 2027Excluding GST (page instalment schedule: 6th February, 2027)
3rd Instalment₹75,0006 April 2027Excluding GST (page instalment schedule: 6th April, 2027)
4th Instalment₹66,0006 June 2027Excluding GST (page instalment schedule: 6th June, 2027)
Overall Fees (including GST @18% and Bank Charges of INR 5,300)₹3,60,127—Page shows overall fee including GST and bank charges

Fee notes

Fee components & taxes

  • Total programme fee stated as ₹3,06,000 (exclusive of GST and bank charges). GST @ applicable rate will be additional.

  • Bank charges of INR 5,300 apply in some fee calculations (refer to overall fees note).

Application / registration

  • Application / Application fee shown in different sections: Application Fee: ₹15,000 (to be paid at time of application) and Registration Fee details in alternative schedule (₹10,000 in older table). Follow the current cohort schedule as communicated by TimesPro.

Refunds, waivers & processing fees

  • Participant, at the time of application, pays ₹10,000 + GST which includes ₹2,500 towards Application Fee, ₹2,200 towards Programme Fee, and ₹5,300 towards Bank Charges (note: this line appears in the programme-fees table).

  • If participant pays via NEFT/RTGS/IMPS/Cheque/DD they may get a waiver of 1.5% (maximum up to ₹5,300) on overall fees (conditional and only if all payments are made through the same mode).

  • If a participant profile is rejected by the Institute, ₹7,500 (Bank Charges ₹5,300 only for applicable cases) will be refunded and ₹2,500 of the application fee is non-refundable.

Payment recipient

  • All fees are payable directly to Times Edutech and Events Limited (TEEL).

Other

  • Any change in applicable taxes during the programme tenure will be borne by the student. The campus fee may be included in the total fee and will not be mentioned separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common queries about the program, admissions, curriculum, and policies.

This programme is designed for managers who want a comprehensive understanding of Operations & Supply Chain management, as well as professionals aspiring to enter and grow their careers in the OSCM domain.

To be eligible, you need a Diploma (10+2+3), Graduate, or Postgraduate degree with at least 50% marks from a recognised university. Additionally, a minimum of two years of full-time work experience after graduation is required.

This is a 12-month programme that includes approximately 150 hours of learning. The delivery is primarily through live online weekend classes, supplemented by a 3-day on-campus immersion at IIM Indore.

Sessions are held once a week, typically on Sundays, with a third session scheduled on a Thursday to ensure timely completion of the programme.

Yes, the programme includes a mandatory 3-day campus immersion at the IIM Indore campus, featuring around 12 academic sessions for an immersive learning and networking experience.

Upon successful completion of all academic requirements, you will receive a Certificate of Completion for the "Executive Programme in Operations and Supply Chain Management" issued by IIM Indore.

Yes, participants who successfully complete the programme are eligible for the Executive Education Alumni Status of IIM Indore. You will need to apply separately and pay a nominal fee to register.

The total programme fee is ₹3,06,000 + GST. Flexible financing options are available, with EMIs starting as low as ₹3044.

Certificate Details

Certificate of Completion: 'Executive Programme in Operations and Supply Chain Management' issued by IIM Indore upon successful completion of the prescribed course of study and fulfilment of academic requirements.

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