GLOBAL EXPERIENCE: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

MARKETNG/OTM 726

Focuses on strategic issues and current theory and practice in supply chain management. Effective design and management of supply chain resources is a key source of competitive advantage for organizations. Supply chain management is a cross-functional discipline that concentrates on the management of goods, services, and information among all links in the value chain.

OTM 737

Strategies, techniques, and best practices of global supply chain management through the lens of recent supply chain disruptions. Topics include global logistics strategy, supply chain risk management, international transportation methods, international terms of commerce, outsourcing strategy, and supply chain IT systems.

MARKETNG/OTM 724

Supply management (procurement) is widely recognized as one of the most critical elements in global supply chain management. The function plays a major role in maximizing the value and the integration of supply chain operations. Explores the key aspects of modern supply management including functional responsibilities and exemplary practices for major industry sectors.

MARKETNG/OTM 422

Provides a management perspective on the fundamental activities, concepts, and current practices in logistics. Transportation management, order fulfillment, warehousing, global logistics, key performance indicators, outsourcing, and introduction to radio frequency identification and barcoding. Use of case studies and industry speakers.

MARKETNG/OTM 421

Supply chain management (SCM) is a dynamic, cross-functional discipline that encompasses the areas of strategy, product development/innovation, marketing, finance, sourcing, production, logistics, and technology in both product and service industries. The supply chain is responsible for the sustainable and efficient movement of products, services, funds, and data along the value chain. Companies must effectively coordinate these functions not only within the firm, but with business partners and customers around the world. SCM is a critical, strategic component of any business or organization, from high-tech to healthcare, and it is a fundamental knowledge base for any student of business.