Course description

Finance in Supply Chain Management is designed to help professionals understand the financial impact of supply chain decisions. The course covers core financial concepts such as budgeting, cost management, working capital optimization, and financial risk assessment as they relate to procurement, inventory, logistics, and supplier management.

Learners will explore how supply chain financing mechanisms—like reverse factoring, inventory financing, and trade credit—support operational continuity. The course also addresses the importance of aligning supply chain strategies with corporate financial goals to maximize value and profitability.

Using case studies and practical financial tools, learners will be able to interpret cost drivers, calculate key financial ratios, and evaluate the return on investment for supply chain projects. This course is essential for supply chain managers, procurement officers, and financial analysts working in logistics-heavy industries.

What will i learn?

  • 1. Understand and apply basic financial principles in supply chain operations.
  • 2. Analyze cost structures and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • 3. Evaluate supply chain financing options and their implications.
  • 4. Align supply chain strategies with broader financial goals.
  • 5. Use financial tools to support investment and risk decisions in the supply chain.

Requirements

  • • Minimum KCSE mean grade of C+
  • • C (plain) or higher in Mathematics or Business Studies
  • • No prior finance experience required, though a basic understanding of supply chain operations is useful.

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No, the course introduces financial concepts from a supply chain perspective and builds foundational knowledge step by step.

Very practical—learners will apply financial tools directly to supply chain scenarios and decision-making processes.

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