Operations Planning and Supply Chain Management

3 credits · Graduate Programs

Examines supply chain management in an environment where multiple companies are involved in the sourcing, production, distribution and sales of materials and products; and proper planning and managing of the supply chain. Presents cases of real-world situations calling for appropriate state-of-the-art models and solution methods for the design, planning, control and improvement of supply chain operations. The main concepts and terminology in the domain of supply chain management are explored and then applied to a given situation. Prerequisite(s): Operations Management 601. Also known as: (formerly Operations Management 745)