The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (Cips) Southern Africa and the University of Pretoria (UP) have partnered to enhance the procurement and supply chain profession in South Africa.
The two have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on advocacy and lobbying to enhance the professional status of the supply chain management community within South Africa and to build up the credentials at the university. The venture will also help encourage students to join Cips Southern Africa as members.
Cips said its larger goal is to make supply chain management a reputable profession in the region. It is an international professional body that serves the region and promotes good practice.
For its part, UP will expand its supply chain management program to include both a Bachelor’s of Commerce and Masters of Philosophy in business management with a focus on supply chain management.
South Africa partners in supply chain management
