Logistics management is the process of strategically managing the flow (from the supplier, through the organization, and out to the customer) of goods, services, finance and knowledge. Supply chain management continues this process, along with relationships within and among organizations, to realize greater economic value.

The goal of this course is to help participants appreciate the big picture of logistics and supply chain management and recognize that through its evolution SCM has driven significant value and competitive advantage to those organizations that expend efforts in their SCM activities.

The course content will be delivered in three phases:

Phase 1: Overview of Logistics / Supply Chain Management

The first two weeks will focus on setting the context for the rest of the course. Students will identify the interdependencies between procurement, operations and transportation. Special attention is given to encouraging the need for a holistic viewpoint when it comes to SCM.

Phase 2: Introduction of the Functions (Procurement, Operations, Transportation)

The following seven weeks will focus on covering the key aspects of the procurement, operations and transportation functions. Students will be able to describe how these activities are interrelated to one another and to the broader context of SCM.

Phase 3: Integration

The final phase of the course will focus on covering how cross-functional activities and processes are executed in a practical environment. Topics will include technology (e.g., ERP, DRP, MRP) as well as the areas of CRM and SRM. This phase concludes by revisiting some of the activities that were presented earlier in the course.

Upon completion of this course, candidates should be able to:

• Define a supply chain
• Describe the importance of supply management in SCM
• Describe the importance of forecasting in SCM
• Describe the importance of inventory management in SCM
• Describe the SCM planning process
• Describe the role of transportation and warehousing in SCM
• Describe how technology can support integrated supply chain processes
• Assess the potential impact of supply chain initiatives or shortcomings

Required Textbook: Principles of Supply Chain Management (A Balanced Approach) 6th Edition

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REFUND and TRANSFER POLICY

All refund, withdrawal, and transfer requests must be sent by email to [email protected]

FULL REFUND: You are eligible for a full refund without penalty for cancellation or withdrawal if the request is received in writing up to 14 days before the start date.

REFUND WITH FEE: You are eligible for a refund minus an administration fee of $150 for cancellations or withdrawals received in writing between 6 and 13 days of the start date.

NO REFUND: No refund is available for cancellation or withdrawal within 5 days of the start date.

TRANSFER:  You are eligible for a transfer to a future offering without penalty if the request is received in writing up to 5 days before the start date. Thereafter no transfer is available. Transfers must be used in the current or subsequent term.

PAYMENT POLICY

If the invoice option is selected, payment must be received 2 weeks before the start date. If payment is not received, Supply Chain Canada reserves the right to remove the student from the class.

Within 2 weeks of the start date, the invoice/cheque option will not be available. Payment will be accepted by credit card only.

FAQ

What is asynchronous learning?

Asynchronous learning is a form of online self-study. While it is self-study, there are submission deadlines and due dates to follow. Learners will not have live scheduled meetings or classes, but will participate via our learning management system, Brightspace (D2L). Learners will have access to an instructor throughout the course.

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