In Africa, the logistics sector is becoming increasingly important in the economies of the continent's countries. The public and private sectors are now aware of the key role it must play in the dynamics of economic and social development. This new context is certainly creating an increased need for the recruitment of qualified professionals in the field.

It is in this sense that Africa Supply Chain is dedicating a special report to you on the subject of Supply Chain training, taking the example of Senegal.

The organization, optimization, management of physical and informational flows, that is to say Supply Chain Management, remain essential functions for all organizations (companies or public institutions) at all times.

In the era of Big Data, Block Chain, connected objects and sustainable development, expertise in the field of Supply Chain is now at the heart of the success of any organization, regardless of its size and location (as well as that of its market). Training in this field is certainly a winning bet for the future.

The growth of e-commerce and online shopping also suggests great future prospects for those who would like to pursue a career in logistics. Carriers, shippers, consulting firms, brokers, industries are always looking for specialists in the field.

Also, the health crisis has made it possible to note the preponderant role of this activity in the life of the country and internationally. While the economy of African countries is on its knees, logistics professionals are working hard to maintain the supply chain.

In this context of economic crisis, the logistics sector is one of the few to still express significant recruitment needs.

Training in specialized schools

• Training Center for Port Professions and Logistics (CFMPL)

Launched in 2011 by the State of Senegal in partnership with the community of port stakeholders, the CFMPL is the result of a successful public-private partnership. The center specializes in training in driving transport & handling equipment and specialized technicians. It is open to job seekers through competitive examinations and to professionals upon file study.

In doing so, thanks to the demand from companies in the port community, the center has launched a Master's in International Trade and Transport-Logistics Management since 2019.

Reserved exclusively for professionals with a Bac + 3, this two-year Master's degree gives its learners all the tools they need to manage and master the Supply Chain, even if it is not named as such.

• Trainmar Center of Dakar

The Trainmar Centre in Dakar was created as part of the continuing training programme in the field of maritime transport and ports, launched in 1979 by UNCTAD and UNDP.

Today, the center offers university and professional training in the field of logistics, notably with its Master's in Supply Chain Engineering in partnership with the University of Artois in France.

The aim of this Master's degree is to train managers who carry out the various operations linked to the planning of purchasing, production and distribution activities of goods or services.

• Higher Institute of Transport (IST)

With its Higher Institute of Transport (IST) created around the 2000s, the Supdeco Dakar Group is one of the pioneers in logistics training in Senegal with its BTS, Bachelor and Master programs.

Indeed, IST has been offering a Master 2 course in Supply Chain Management since 2016, open to holders of a bac + 4 in logistics or equivalent diploma.

This training is accompanied by study trips and visits to companies and logistics infrastructures.

Management school training courses

• IAfrican Institute of Management (IAM)

A leading school in the field of management in Africa, IAM offers training in the field of logistics, particularly with its Master in Supply Chain Management launched in 2019.

This master's degree is the result of an original partnership with the University of Michigan in the United States and its courses are given by a high-level teaching staff composed of American and Senegalese experts in Supply Chain.

In addition to this, training seminars for trainers are organized regularly and led by experienced Supply Chain Professors from American or European universities.

• Higher Institute of Management (ISM)

Considered one of the best management schools in Africa, ISM also has a Masters in Supply Chain Management.

The purpose of this Master's degree is to train senior Supply Chain managers capable of transversality, scientific rigor and high-level know-how. These qualities will be the guarantee of both their adaptability and innovation while remaining operational.

• BEM Dakar

When we talk about Supply Chain training in Senegal, BEM Dakar has advantages to put forward thanks to its strategic partnership with Kedge Business School, which is a world reference in Supply Chain training.

The Master in Supply Chain Management at BEM Dakar is accredited by ANAQ-Sup and CAMES. Its program allows you to have SCALE certification, which is a major asset in terms of professional integration and career development.

Contacts:

Training Center for Port Professions and Logistics (CFMPL)

• Address: Rocade Fann Bel Air BP 32 395 Dakar Ponty Dakar Senegal
• Tel: + 221 33 832 89 77 – +221 77 740 18 61
• Email: cfmpl@cfmpl.sn

Trainmar Center of Dakar

• Address: X Highway, Av. Malick Sy, Dakar-Senegal
• Tel: +221 33 822 51 20
• Email: secretariat@trainmar.sn

Higher Institute of Transport (IST)

• Address: Boulevard de L'Est – Point E – BP 21354 Dakar
• Tel: (221) 33 859 95 95
• Email: admission@supdeco.edu.sn

African Institute of Management (IAM)

• Address: Rue MZ 83, Dakar
• Phone: (00) 221 33 869 36 36
• Email: info@groupeiam.com

Higher Institute of Management (ISM)

• Address: 22 Rue 1, Dakar-Senegal
• Phone: 33 869 76 76
• Website: www.groupeism.sn

BEM Dakar

• Address: Sacred Heart III Pyrotechnics, BP 25208 Dakar Fann
• Tel.: (+221) 33 869 82 81 – (+221) 77 704 77 77
• Website: www.bem.sn

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