Global Supply Chain Management

3 units

1. Developing an understanding of the state-of-the art general management and operations strategy thinking as it applies to firms with global manufacturing and service operations, and global supply chain logistics functions. 2. Developing a capacity for systematic analysis of global operations and supply chain problems on a functional, business and company wide. 3. Develop an understanding of the organizational and process structures used in global operations and logistics, and their strengths and weaknesses. 4. Develop an understanding of the key criteria utilized in multinational location sites and sourcing selection, global service facilities, configuration, and international supplier network develop 5. Gain an appreciation of the complexities associated with operations and supply chain reengineering at a global scale, and discuss approaches, including emerging technologies such as Internet and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), in better handling such issues. 6. Understand state-of-the-art Global Supply Chain Practices (e.g., VMI, Quick Response, Virtual Integration, Mass Customization, Demand and Revenue Management).