LSCM8503

Supply chain management (SCM) is a system approach to managing the entire flow of information, materials, and services from raw materials suppliers through operations facilities and warehouses to the end-customer. This course is an introduction to, and application of, theoretical approaches and practices to managing a global supply chain. Course focus will be on managing material and information outside of the factory walls including aspects of product design collaboration, demand planning and forecasting, inventory management and deployment, understanding and designing distribution channels, procurement in global economy, general logistics, and career opportunities. This course stresses the need to identify and maintain customer value throughout the entire process. Students will learn how supply chain strategies support corporate strategies.