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Logistics and Operations Management Certificate

Program Overview

Our three-course Logistics and Operations Management Certificate program will familiarize students with the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR®) model—a standard tool to plan, source, make, deliver, return, and enable business activities—through classroom instruction and hands-on, real-world applications. Participants will gain a holistic introduction to supply chain and understand the concepts that interrelate manufacturers, markets, suppliers, warehouses, retailers, and customers—all while creating net value and avoiding risk.

Program Scope and Sequence

The Logistics and Operations Management program consists of three required 21-hour courses offered in succession. Upon completion, a certificate will be awarded.

Participants who do not want to take the entire sequence are welcome to take the course(s) that interest them pending prerequisite knowledge.

Who Should Attend

The certificate program is designed for current or aspiring supply chain professionals looking to familiarize themselves with supply chain standards and terminology, fine-tune their negotiation strategies, and learn new skills to increase their value and potential. Anyone who manages or works with outside suppliers or vendors also will benefit.

Program Objectives

Upon completion of the program, students will:

  • Know the key concepts and terminology
  • Be able to define and apply the SCOR® model
  • Outline processes and tools to manage warehousing, distribution, and transportation
  • Describe the alignment of supply chain practices and priorities to overall goals and objectives
  • Deliver a value proposition that aligns with corporate mission and values
  • Determine a total cost of ownership
  • Understand purchasing, distribution, inventory management, and vendor management
  • Know how to impact non-inventory engagements
  • Develop and execute a sound negotiation strategy

Course Descriptions

Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management

This course provides students with an introduction to the processes and the tools required to manage an efficient supply chain and develop reliable supply. It was developed and designed to both provide a baseline for beginners and enhance the skills of seasoned supply chain or procurement professionals. Through the lens of the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR®) model, participants will become familiar with ways to implement process improvement to the major functions within and across the supply chain.

Cost: $625

Dates: Tuesdays, March 15–April 26, 2022

Time: 6:00–9:00 p.m. (via Zoom)

Register for Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management

Lean Supply Chain Modeling

This course provides students with an introduction to the Lean Six Sigma processes and the tools required to manage an efficient supply chain. Again looking through the lens of the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR®) model, participants will become even more familiar with tools, techniques, and approaches to define, measure, analyze, and implement process improvements for major functions within the supply chain.

Cost: $625

Dates: Tuesdays, May 10–June 21, 2022

Time: 6:00–9:00 p.m. (via Zoom)

Register for Lean Supply Chain Modeling

Operations Research in Supply Chain Management

This course provides students with an introduction to the analytical methodology of problem-solving and decision-making required for effective supply chain management. This course strengthens the understanding of foundational concepts and the contextual knowledge to drive improvements through the lens of forecasting and inventory management. The applications of this course deal with a wide range of problems, ranging from long-term strategic problems related to demand management to very short-term operational problems, such as planning for Just-In-Time logistics.

Cost: $625

Dates: Tuesdays, June 28–August 9

Time: 6:00–9:00 p.m. (via Zoom)

Register for Operations Research in Supply Chain Management

Learn More Today!

Want to learn more about our three-course certificate? Email Ryan Parker at [email protected].

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