Foundations of Supply Chain Management

1.5 units

In a fiercely competitive global business environment, companies must manage complex processes to produce and deliver goods while sustaining a competitive advantage. This course provides a comprehensive framework for supply chain analysis and improvement, moving beyond basic operations to view supply chain management from a managerial and strategic perspective. Students will learn to align supply chain capabilities with business strategies and identify problems through data-driven benchmarking and financial flow analysis. Through real-world case studies and a competitive online simulation game, students will examine critical trade-offs in sourcing, production, distribution strategies, and environmental sustainability. This course is strongly recommended for students pursuing careers in consulting, sourcing, operations, and integrated business planning.