EXECUTIVE CONTEXT & STRATEGIC IMPERATIVE
Global buyers increasingly seek African sourcing opportunities but struggle with supplier visibility, compliance risks, and currency volatility.
Purpose of Masterclass
To equip procurement leaders with structured tools to responsibly identify, assess, and manage African supplier markets.
Learning Outcomes
Participants will:
- Identify high-potential sourcing regions
- Conduct structured due diligence
- Evaluate political and currency risk
- Structure supplier development strategies
- Build compliant cross-border sourcing plans
Target Audience
Ideal Participant Profile
- International sourcing managers
- Procurement executives
- Trade development agencies
- Global buyers and importers
Benefits & Deliverables
Executive Deliverables
- Supplier Identification Template
- Political & Operational Risk Checklist
- Due Diligence Framework
- Sourcing Implementation Plan
Certification
AISCR Executive Intensive Certificate in African Sourcing Strategy
(Digital verification | CPD-ready)
Delivery Method
- Regional sourcing case studies
- Risk mapping workshop
- Due diligence framework application
- Sourcing roadmap exercise
Fee
| Early Bird Registration | Standard | Late Registration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Categories | (21 days before event) | Until 5 days before event) | Less than 5 days to event) |
| Non-AISCR Mebers | $99 | $129 | $149 |
| AISCR Members | $89 | $99 | $129 |
Course Registration
Earn your Credential with AISCR
PROGRAM SYLLABUS
Module 1 – African Sourcing Ecosystems
- Sector opportunity mapping
- Supplier landscape overview
Module 2 – Supplier Identification & Due Diligence
- Screening logic
- Capability verification
- ESG and compliance review
Module 3 – Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Political risk
- Currency volatility
- Operational risk mapping
Module 4 – Cross-Border Contract Structuring
- Incoterms
- Payment security
- Supplier development strategy
Capstone Exercise:
Participants build a structured African sourcing roadmap.