Challenges of Production Management today

79%

of enterprises identify production optimization as a mission-critical strategic priority for the period 2024 - 2027 (PwC Global Operation)

80%

of global manufacturing leaders cite workforce volatility, cost pressures, and skills shortages as their top challenges (Deloitte)

Manufacturing is no longer just about operating factories; it is a system-wide challenge of performance, cost efficiency, and adaptability. These are also the strategic challenges facing CPOs today:

• Production systems lack standardization, rely heavily on experience, and are difficult to scale or manage risk. 
• Large workforces lack effective leadership, making it difficult to sustain consistent productivity. 
• Fragmented production processes, with limited continuous improvement and slow responses to rapidly changing markets .
• Volatility in labor, supply chains, costs, and global standards, creating significant pressure for enterprise-wide transformation. 

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Comprehensive solution from the CPO Program

With more than 25 years of research and training business leaders in Vietnam, PACE Institute of Management has developed the “Chief Production Officer - CPO” Program as a comprehensive solution for leaders seeking to elevate manufacturing to international standards: lean operations, world-class quality, data-driven systems, and sustainable technology transformation. 

Program Highlights

25 Years of Training Experience

A pioneering and leading institution in Chief Production Officer (CPO) training, building a profound influence across Vietnam’s business community.

Comprehensive, Practical & Enduring

A balanced integration of strategic thinking and executional tools, proven effective across high-growth enterprises.

Trusted by thousands of CPOs

Highly regarded and chosen by a broad community of business leaders and managers. contributing to the development of a new generation of entrepreneurs in Vietnam.

Delivered by Top Professionals & Experts of PACE

Combining academic expertise with extensive executive experience, bringing meaningful and practical value to participants.

Program Participants

Senior Leaders: Chief Production Officers, Quality Directors, Supply Chain Directors, and Heads and Deputy Heads of functions related to production operations.

Production and Plant Management Levels: Specialists, line supervisors, team leaders, etc., who are directly involved in manufacturing and production logistics.

Executives who wish to become professional Chief Production Officers (CPOs), seeking to develop capabilities in production management aligned with international standards.

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What CPOs Gain from the Program

• Lean Operations
• Global Standards 
• Manufacturing Excellence

The role and core competencies of CPOs in the new era

International-standard production management mindset

Effective team & supply chain leadership

Adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies & digital transformation

Strategic leadership development & adaptive capabilities

Program Content

Module	Sessions	Hours
Professional CPO in New Era	1	3
Factory Organizing & Production Management	4	12
Production Strategy & Planning	4	12
Total Quality Management (TQM)	4	12
Introduction to Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen	2	6
ESG & SHE (Safety, Health & Environment)	2	6
Research & Development (R&D)	2	6
Supply Chain & Inventory Management	2	6
Leading & Managing Team	2	6
Life Management Program (LMP)	2	6
Summary & Reflection	1	3
Graduation Ceremony	*	*
Total	26	78

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Coaching services

PACE also provides Coaching Service as a strategic extension of our learning ecosystem, tailored for leaders and high-potential professionals with individualized guidance & learning, sustained capability development aligned with organizational priorities. 

For additional information, please contact PACE at coaching@PACE.edu.vn  or via phone at (+84) 28 3837 0208.