Course Description: The Certified Logistics & Supply Chain Manager course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of logistics and supply chain management principles. This course aims to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively manage and optimize the flow of goods, services, and information within a supply chain. Students will learn about various aspects of logistics and supply chain management, including procurement, inventory management, transportation, warehousing, and distribution. The course will also cover essential topics such as demand forecasting, supplier relationship management, sustainability in supply chains, and the use of technology in logistics operations. By the end of this course, students will be prepared to pursue a career in logistics and supply chain management roles.
Course Curriculum
Module 1: Introduction to Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Definition and scope of logistics and supply chain management
Historical evolution of logistics
Importance of logistics in business operations
Key elements of a supply chain
Module 2: Logistics Network Design
Types of logistics networks (e.g., direct shipping, cross-docking, hub-and-spoke)
Factors influencing network design decisions
Network optimization techniques
Case studies on successful network design implementations
Procurement process and its significance in supply chains
Supplier selection and evaluation criteria
Negotiation strategies for better supplier agreements
Supplier relationship management best practices
Module 4: Inventory Management
Importance of inventory management in supply chains
Different types of inventory and their functions
Inventory control techniques (e.g., ABC analysis, EOQ, safety stock)
Just-in-time (JIT) and lean inventory principles
Module 5: Transportation in Supply Chains
Modes of transportation (e.g., road, rail, air, water)
Transportation planning and execution
Freight rate negotiation and carrier selection
Last-mile delivery challenges and solutions
There are no specific prerequisites for this course; however, a basic understanding of business operations and management principles would be beneficial.