Market overview and development of a competence model for training programs in the field of sustainability and resilience in supply chain and logistics

Despite its growing importance, however, there is no standardized competency model that describes the skills and knowledge employees need in order to create sustainable and resilient supply chains. There is also no market overview of existing training and further education programs in this area - especially with regard to innovative, game-based learning approaches (e.g. simulations, serious games).

The aim of this bachelor thesis is to

• to create a market analysis of existing training and further education programs in the field of Sustainability & Resilience in Supply Chain Management / Logistics,
• systematically record and compare the competencies and learning content of these programs
• derive a competency model that shows
• which competencies are currently in particular demand,
• which competencies are still underrepresented in training practice,
• and to evaluate which learning formats (e.g. digital learning games, simulations, role-playing games) are particularly suitable for teaching these skills effectively.
• The result should provide a model and a recommendation for future training and further education initiatives.

Methodological approach:

• Literature and market analysis: Identification of existing programs, courses, providers and certifications
• Qualitative content analysis of program descriptions (e.g. according to competence categories)
• Interviews or surveys with companies / training providers (optional)
• Gap analysis between supply and demand
• Model development and visualization (e.g. skills matrix, maturity model)