MGMT - 8400 Global Supply Chain Management (3)

Studies global supply chain from a managerial perspective. Covers supply chain design, planning and operation. Emphasizes the strategic role of supply chains within a firm and between firms, and demonstrates how supply chains can be designed to create competitive advantage. Topics covered include forecasting, materials management, sourcing and procurement, distribution and logistics, transportation, information flows, and supply chain optimization. Equivalent to MGMT-842. Prerequisite: MGMT-7400.