Blue Ocean Corp to introduce supply chain skill development programme in India

Between the ind-pak tension, the Blue Ocean Corporation, a West Asia-based firm, into supply chain management training, has announced plans to introduce a initiative named Supply Chain Skill Development Programme with the Government of India’s New Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

It has launched an offer nationwide in supply chain in Indian education system to enable the country emerge as a global leader in supply chain. Backed by partnerships with Central and State ministries, the goal is to equip students with practical skills and create a new generation of Chief Supply Chain Officers, it said.

“Supply chain is no longer just about logistics or procurement. It’s a strategic function just like finance or technology and India has the talent to lead the world,” said Sathya Menon, Group CEO of Blue Ocean Corporation. 

“The program integrates academia and industry and has gained support from several state governments, including the Maharashtra Skill Development Ministry. Talks are ongoing with the Industries Ministry and MIDC to facilitate student internships and on-ground training,” the firm said.

“Globally, supply chain professionals hold certifications like CSCP and CISCP. In India, such credentials are still rare,” Dr. Menon pointed out. “We are here to bridge that gap,” he said.