E-DRUG: New online course on supply chain management of laboratory commodities
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Dear all,
We would like to announce that i+solutions has a NEW online course open for registration ( read more below)
- Supply chain management of essential laboratory commodities
13 July - 18 August 2015, 450 euros
http://www.iplusacademy.org/enrol/iplus/cmp.php?courseid=16
There is also one week left to register for the following course:
- Basic principles of SCM in for health systems ( MBA level)
15 June-27 July, 450 euros
http://www.iplusacademy.org/course/view.php?id=69
Supply chain management of essential laboratory commodities
Laboratory services are essential for the successful management of many diseases. The management of diseases requires availability of quality laboratory services that meet the need for diagnosis, monitoring and evaluation of treatment efficacy. To achieve this, a reliable and sustainable supply of essential laboratory supplies is required. The aim of the course is to apply the principles of supply chain management to the management of laboratory commodities in low and middle income countries.
After having successfully completed the module, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the major components of functional health systems and how these apply to laboratory service needs;
- Critically assess a supply chain and suggest logistical improvements;
- Develop detailed specifications for equipment, durables, consumables, reagents and devices;
- Produce a forecast for equipment and supplies;
- Understand the procurement process, evaluate and pre-approve suppliers;
- Comprehend aspects of inventory management that apply to laboratory commodities;
- Recommend the appropriate storage conditions for laboratory commodities;
- Apply appropriate and measurable indicators to assess the quality and efficacy of laboratory commodity supply chains.
Teaching and learning strategy
The course is taught online on i+academy, a Moodle e-learning platform, accessible from anywhere at any time. The interactive course materials are presented sequentially under the guidance of expert facilitators who assist the participants during their learning progress, answer questions and stimulate interactions. Lessons are complemented and enlivened by online activities such as discussion forums, quizzes, and assignments.
Kind regards,
Carole Piriou
Senior training coordinator
i+solutions
Universal Access to Essential Medicines
phone: +31 0348 748 722
address: Polanerbaan 11, 3447 GN, Woerden, The Netherlands
email: cpiriou@iplussolutions.org
website: www.iplusacademy.org