| Supply Chain Management Certificate |
Who Should Attend
• Professionals interested in pursuing a career in supply chain management (SCM)
• Those who would like to enhance their knowledge of SCM and further their careers
Requirements | print flyer
Introduction to Supply Chain Management; Strategic Procurement; Warehousing and Terminal Management
Course descriptions
B LOG 8319A Introduction to Supply Chain Management
Provides an overview of the roles with the supply chain. Topics covered: lean manufacturing; logistics; customer service; market; distribution strategy; procurement; operational integration; inventory management and strategy; warehousing; packaging and materials handling; transportation infrastructure and regulation; supply chain performance; and financial assessment.
B LOG 8322A - Strategic Procurement
Strategic Procurement offers special emphasis on the analysis of supply markets, supplier selection, building and maintaining key supplier relationships for long-term success, strategic planning, and use of information technology. This course develops an understanding of the strategic framework, the managerial issues, and the best practices related to the planning and execution of "source" processes. Special attention is given to the capabilities, methodologies and key measurement criteria, relationships, levers, and methods needed for responsive, flexible, and efficient procurement strategies and operations.
B LOG 8321A - Warehousing and Terminal Management
Warehousing and Terminal Management focuses on the administration of warehouse and terminal functions in logistics systems, with analysis of customer service, forecasting inventory, investment, layout design, and operation. Instruction includes class participation, exams, practical exercises, and case studies.
Expected Outcomes
Graduates of the Penn State Abington certificate program can gain a high level of understanding of supply chain management along with a functional understanding of the areas they choose for their electives. The student can then return to their place of employment with tools to improve their company's supply management.
More Information, Eva Klein ,(215) 881-7387
