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Supply Chain Management and Analytics
Explore how data-driven insights strengthen supply chain performance at every stage of operations.
This practical program introduces the foundations of modern supply chain management. It shows how analytics supports sharper decision-making.
What to expect
Effective supply chain management is essential in an interconnected world where decisions at one point influence outcomes across an entire network. This course introduces the key structures, flows and activities that shape supply chain performance, giving you a clear understanding of the elements that underpin efficient and resilient operations.
You will explore analytical tools that support data-driven decision-making and learn how insights from forecasting, modelling and performance monitoring can improve choices across procurement, logistics and inventory management. Through accessible explanations and guided activities, the program helps you strengthen your ability to make informed decisions in complex or uncertain environments.
Real-world case studies at national and international levels highlight how analytics enhances responsiveness, reduces risk and supports strategic advantage. By combining essential concepts with practical application, this course gives you a strong foundation for managing and improving supply chains of varying sizes and levels of complexity.
This program uses an unconventional teaching model, led by an Assistant Professor from UWA who has won multiple teaching excellence awards. You do not need any background in supply chain management or analytics to get full value from it.
Expect a program that is genuinely engaging and enjoyable, and grounded throughout in supply chain principles. If you prefer a formal, traditional learning environment, this may not be the right program for you.
Is this program for you
This program is ideal for anyone seeking to strengthen their understanding of supply chain management and analytics, regardless of prior experience. It is particularly valuable for executives and managers responsible for supply chain operations, as well as professionals working in logistics, procurement and operations management.
Analysts and decision makers wanting to apply data-driven approaches to practical supply chain challenges will also benefit. The program supports participants who want to improve performance, manage uncertainty and build confidence in applying analytical tools to real organisational contexts.
What you will explore
By the end of this program, you should be able to:
- Understand the core principles and structures of supply chain management
Apply analytical tools to improve decision-making across supply chain functions - Build confidence when making decisions under uncertainty and complexity
- Draw insights from real-world case studies to strengthen global supply chain perspectives
- Monitor and interpret key performance indicators to guide effective action
- Develop practical strategies for managing inventory, forecasting demand and optimising transport.
Where this program can take you
During this program, you will explore:
- Foundations of supply chain management
- Inventory management principles and practices
- Global supply chain structures and challenges
- Demand forecasting approaches
- Transport modelling techniques
- Monitoring and interpreting key performance indicators
- Decision-making under uncertainty
- Real-world case studies from national and international contexts.
Facilitator Profile
Dr. Mehdi Rajabi Asadabadi
Lecturer, Academic, and Strategic Mentor
Mehdi is an award-winning lecturer and researcher in supply chain management, business analytics and project analytics. He is known for creating an innovative, scalable teaching model for large groups that has lifted learning and engagement across major Australian universities.
His approach brings together step-by-step analytics tasks, GenAI-supported learning, retrieval-based design and inclusive discussion. It has earned him consistently strong student evaluations.
Mehdi has taught and coordinated programs at the University of Sydney and the University of Western Australia, and delivers executive programs for AIMWA. He holds UWA Teaching Excellence recognition and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
His focus is helping students and professionals turn complex analytical ideas into clear, practical, data-driven decisions.
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