Program Overview

This program strengthens supply chain resilience by equipping institutions supporting SMEs as well as SMEs with practical risk management and diversification strategies, while building institutional capacity to deliver training and advisory support.

Through a combination of shared learning, tailored streams, applied case studies, and immersive field experiences, participants gain hands-on skills in:

  • Supply chain risk assessment and mitigation
  • Trade policy analysis and strategic sourcing
  • Diversification strategies for suppliers and markets
  • Technology-enabled process improvements
  • Government and industry engagement

The program fosters peer-to-peer collaboration and mentoring networks, ensuring knowledge transfer beyond training. Graduates receive certification demonstrating applied competence, enabling lasting impact for their organisations and sectors.

Target Audience

  • SMEs seeking to strengthen their operational resilience and market diversification
  • Institutional representatives aiming to develop advisory, train-the-trainer, and mentoring skills for trade engaged SMEs

Program Approach

Phase 1 – Combined Cohort

  • All participants complete SME-focused training on supply chain resilience, diversification, and trade policy.

Phase 2 – Tailored Streams

  • Institutional Representatives: Build train-the-trainer skills and SME engagement capabilities
    • Focus on mentoring, training delivery, SME prioritisation, and policy engagement.
  • SMEs: Focus on practical business needs, resilience strategies, and engagement with government/industry.

Expressions of Interest

Why register now?

  • Get early access to practical tools and insights
  • Be considered for a place in this limited-capacity program
  • Start strengthening your business sooner
  • Stay informed about additional opportunities

Please note: submitting an Expression of Interest does not guarantee a place, as participant numbers are limited.

Register now

Take the first step toward building a stronger, more resilient business—while contributing to a more inclusive and connected regional economy.

This Expression of Interest is for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to participate in the Program and strengthen their supply chain resilience, diversification strategies, and international trade capability. The program is designed to equip SMEs with practical tools, expert guidance, and regional networks to better manage disruption, expand markets, and engage with regional and global supply chains.

This Expression of Interest to participate in the program is for organisations that support SMEs and wish to strengthen their institutional capability to improve supply chain resilience, diversification, sustainability, and responsible trade. Submission of this form enables access to Phase 1 open training and consideration for advanced cohort participation, certification, and regional leadership roles.