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EY Chief Supply Chain Officer Program

Dates
To be announced
Cost
$
Format
Blended

Overview

Global supply chains are under pressure like never before. Volatile markets, inflationary headwinds, ESG mandates, and rapid technological change have made operational resilience and strategic adaptability essential. At the same time, many organizations lack experienced leaders ready to guide supply chains at the enterprise level. Advancing to the C-suite requires more than technical knowledge—it demands the ability to lead transformation across business functions and geographies.

The Chief Supply Chain Officer Program prepares senior supply chain professionals to make this critical transition. A collaboration between Columbia Business School and EY, this immersive executive education experience prepares high-potential supply chain executives to step confidently into the COO and CSCO roles. Blending academic insight with real-world application, the program builds a strategic mindset, leadership presence, and cross-functional fluency needed to shape the future of global supply chains.

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Program Structure

The Chief Supply Chain Officer Program is structured around three comprehensive modules that reflect the evolving demands of today’s enterprise supply chain leader. Gain the mindset, tools, and cross-functional perspective needed to step confidently into the COO & CSCO roles.

A hybrid experience designed for real-world impact: two in-person modules at Columbia Business School and four live online sessions

 

Building a Strategic Point of View as a C-Suite Leader

This first module focuses on the strategic shift required to operate at the enterprise level. Through immersive workshops, fireside conversations, and collaborative labs, you'll start shaping your leadership vision for the CSCO role.

Topics include:

  • Learn from a seasoned CSCO in a candid fireside chat about the real challenges and pivots in stepping into the C-suite
  • Understand how to lead transformation across the enterprise—not just within the supply chain
  • Redesign your supply chain strategy to prioritize resilience, agility, and customer focus
  • Strengthen your ability to make high-stakes decisions in a volatile economic and geopolitical climate
  • Build a customized 90/180/365-day CSCO transition plan in a hands-on lab

In-person at Columbia Business School from January 20–22, 2026

Why this Program?

  • Tailored for Rising COOs & CSCOs: The only program designed specifically for VP- and SVP-level executives aiming to become Chief Operating Officers and Chief Supply Chain Officers within 3-5 years.
  • High-Caliber Peer Cohort: Join 25–30 senior leaders with proven track records, ready to elevate their impact and expertise.
  • Personalized Coaching: Small-group coaching helps participants learn from peers and craft their unique COO & CSCO paths.
  • Strategic, Impactful Curriculum: Built with a Fortune 500 COO & CSCO Council, blending academic insight with real-world tools and balancing enterprise leadership skills with technical supply chain learning.
  • Flexible, Immersive Format: In-person modules and live online sessions fit seamlessly into busy executive schedules.
  • Powerful Professional Network: Forge lasting connections with current and future COOs & CSCOs from leading global companies.

Program Directors

Medini Singh is Senior Lecturer in Discipline in Business, Columbia Business School

Medini Singh

Senior Lecturer in Discipline in Business

Sumit Dutta EY Americas Center for Executive Leadership COO/CSCO Program Leader

Sumit Dutta

EY Americas Center for Executive Leadership COO/CSCO Program Leader

 

Program Faculty will also include:

  • Columbia Business School faculty
  • EY practitioners
  • Guest speakers: including incumbent C-suite executives, board members, and external analysts

Operations and Supply Chain Advisory Council

Supporting this program is an Advisory Council comprised of four current and retired Fortune 500 COOs and CSCOs. They provide curriculum review and participate in panel discussion sessions.

Participant Profile

  • Senior-level professionals (SVPs, VPs, or equivalent) with 15+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, logistics, procurement, or planning
  • Executives leading major business units or global functions who are preparing for COO, CSCO or similar enterprise-level roles
  • Leaders in adjacent areas such as strategy, sustainability, digital transformation, and finance who collaborate with supply chain functions and want to strengthen cross-functional alignment
  • Professionals from industries including consumer goods, manufacturing, energy, healthcare, retail, logistics, and technology

Application Process

Your application will require that you assemble some basic information about you and your professional background. Importantly, the application is an opportunity for you to introduce yourself and tell us who you are through two short questions about your professional experience and the specific objectives you aspire to achieve by participating in the program. After you submit your application, we will be reviewing candidates on a rolling basis, and you can expect to hear from us once a decision has been made. We recommend submitting your application as early as possible