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Leo Berlien successfully defended his dissertation „Adaptive Supply Chain Governance under Geopolitical Uncertainty“
Leo's research generates important insights into strategic adaptation in politically volatile global supply chains.
Guest Lecture: Natalia Parmenova (BeNeering) in OPM 692 Strategic Sourcing
Last Wednesday, we were delighted to welcome Natalia Parmenova, Chief Revenue Officer of BeNeering, to our master course OPM 692 „Strategic Sourcing.“ Her lecture on guided buying, operational procurement, and the purchase-to-pay (P2P) process gave our students highly insightful, hands-on ...
„Strategic Procurement“ heißt jetzt „Supply Management“ – sonst ändert sich nix
Same courses. Same quality. New name.
Spring 2026 planning of the Endowed Chair of Procurement
Important information for the courses offered by the Endowed Chair of Procurement in Spring 2026
Paper accepted at Journal of Business Logistics
Why do buyer-supplier relations­hips fail, even after years of collaboration?
Exam grades (Fall 2025) online
All grades for the exams held before the Christmas break have been finalized and are now available via the student portal.
Advanced Procurement Certificate (APC) – Successful completion of the Fall 2025 cohort at Mannheim Business School
Join senior procurement leaders at Mannheim Business School for the next edition of the three-day Advanced Procurement Certificate, taking place from 22 to 24 April 2026.
Participation at the 60th BME Symposium 2025 in Berlin
On 11–12 November 2025, Christoph Bode and Ruth Schültken took part in the 60th BME Symposium Einkauf & Logistik in Berlin.
Doctoral Opportunity in Strategic Semiconductor Management with Volkswagen
You want to combine a PhD with high-impact industry research? This opportunity with Volkswagen focuses on strategic semiconductor management and the resilience of global automotive supply chains.
Applied Seminar Procurement in Spring 2026: Topics are online!
Application is possible until November-22, 2025 (midnight).