Supply Chain Management (SCM) is the process of strategically managing flows of goods, services, finance, and knowledge, along with relationships within and among organizations, to realize greater economic value through:

• Supporting enterprise strategic objectives
• Contributing to the achievement of strategic competitiveness of the enterprise
• Contributing to the enhancement of the competitive advantage of the enterprise
• Enhancing customer satisfaction

The goal of this module is to have candidates appreciate the big picture and recognize the critical, strategic, and dynamic nature of SCM.  This module develops the functional and institutional aspects of SCM and lays the foundation for the remaining modules and workshops in the SCMP program.

Upon completion of this module candidates should be able to:

• Analyze, discuss, and present case reports.
• Apply mapping tools to describe and analyze supply chains.
• Apply analytical modules to clarify SCM strategy and link supply chain performance to return on assets (ROA) and return on investment (ROI).
• Recognize cycle time reduction (CTR) opportunities.
• Make inter-organizational information systems (IOIS) recommendations.
• Assess supply chain risk.
• Audit supply chains in terms of social responsibility.

REFUND POLICY

You are eligible for a full refund for cancellation/withdrawal requests received in writing up to 14 days before the start date.

You are eligible for a refund minus an administration fee of $100.00 plus tax for cancellation/withdrawal requests received in writing with less than 14 days’ notice and up to the day before the start date. Thereafter, no refund will be available. 

Within 7 days of the start date, you may request a transfer to or a credit for a future offering. Transfer/credit requests will only be considered if received in writing. Credits are valid for 12 months from the initial payment date. If not used within 12 months the credits will expire.