PGDM In Operations and Supply Chain Management

Every successful enterprise relies on strong operations and a seamless supply chain.

The PGDM Operations and Supply Chain Management program at VBS prepares students to design efficient systems, optimize processes and manage end to end value creation in both manufacturing and service sectors.

The program blends strategy with technology, analytics with decision making and strong conceptual understanding with practical exposure. Through 15 months of classroom learning followed by a 9 month paid internship, students gain the skills and experience needed to succeed in a dynamic global marketplace.

Program Highlights

  1. 15 9 Structure for Real Operations Experience
    15 months of academic learning in core and advanced operations concepts, followed by a 9 month paid internship in manufacturing companies, logistics firms, consulting companies, retail, ecommerce and service organizations. Students graduate with direct experience in operations and supply chain roles, which gives them a distinct advantage during placements.
  2. Industry Aligned Curriculum Covering End to End Operations
    The curriculum covers operations strategy, digital transformation trends, supply chain planning and forecasting, logistics and distribution management, procurement and vendor management, inventory control, quality management and process design. This prepares students to manage and optimize supply chains across industries.
  3. Training in Supply Chain Analytics and Decision Models
    Students develop strong analytical and problem solving capabilities through subjects such as supply chain analytics, optimization models, operations research, simulation techniques and project management fundamentals. These skills help students understand complex systems and make data driven decisions.
  4. Practical and Experiential Learning
    Learning at VBS is hands on and industry oriented through live projects, plant and facility visits, case studies of real operational challenges, simulation based workshops and industry interactions with supply chain leaders. Students gain practical understanding of how operations work in real environments.
  5. Lean Six Sigma Certification
    The program includes training and certification in Lean Six Sigma which strengthens process excellence, waste reduction, quality improvement and structured problem solving. This certification is highly valued in consulting, manufacturing and service industries.
  6. Exposure to Sustainable Operations and Green Supply Chain Practices
    Students learn modern approaches to sustainable operations, eco friendly processes, green logistics, responsible sourcing and digital twin based thinking. This knowledge prepares them for the future of global operations.
  7. International Exposure and Scholarship Opportunity
    Eligible students may receive the International Academic Scholarship which covers travel, accommodation, food and course fees for an international immersion experience.

Additional Micro Credits

Component Details
Learning Activities Induction Program (Formal, HOD & Cell Briefing)
Outbound Program
Leadership Series
Industrial Visit
Cell Activity Participated
Cell Activity Conducted
Inter College Participation
Sports/Games
Events Hosted
Article / Blogs Published
Consulting Projects
PBL
Business News Awareness
Sell ON Activity
Seminar and Exhibition attended
Open Electives & Other Components Any 2 Open Electives: 60 Marks, 6 credits each (Minimum of 10 students per Open Elective).

Open Electives include:
Ethical Management, Basic & Advanced Excel, Employability Skills, Design Thinking, Performing Arts, Indian Knowledge System, Environmental Sustainability, Business Law, Business & SDGs, Organisational Psychology, Market Research.

Other Micro Credit Components:
Guest Lectures (Minimum 10)
Domain Workshops (Minimum 3)
Self Guided Learning (30 hours)
Data Visualisation
Python
Certifications
Yuva for Seva
Corporate Governance
Research Paper Published
International Immersion
CSR
Entrepreneurship and Venture Creation

Micro credits are earned through the successful completion of the above activities, workshops, certifications and open electives as prescribed in the program requirements.

The PGDM Operations and Supply Chain Management program at VBS prepares students to become efficient, analytical and industry ready professionals capable of driving operational excellence in a fast changing global business world.

Program Structure

Program Structure PGDM in Operation & SCM Batch 2026-28

1st Year 2nd Year

Module I

Perspective Management
Operations Management
People Management
Financial Accounting
Applied Economics
Marketing Management
Open Elective (opt Any 2)

Module IV

Project Management
International Business
opt any 1 Track

Track O III
O7-ERP
O8-Fullfillment Centre Management
O9-Strategic Sourcing
O10-Operations Analytics
Open Elective (opt Any 2)

Module II

Selling and Negotiations
Research Methodology
Business Statistics
Financial Management
Opt any 1 Track

Track O I
O1- Service Operations Management
O2-Supply Chain Management
Open Elective (Opt Any 2)

Module V

Industry Immersion / Capstone Project

Module III

Decision Science
Strategic Management
opt any 1 Track

Track O II
O3-Digital Trends in Operations
O4-Resource Optimization
O5-International Logistics
O6-Supply Chain Analytics
Open Elective (opt Any 2)

Module VI

Industry Immersion / Capstone Project

Module VII

Industry Immersion / Capstone Project

Note: The syllabus shall be subject to change, if any, by AICTE Directives. Minimum 10 students shall be necessary for starting any specialization.

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