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What you will learn - Learn The Basics Of Purchasing And Procurement
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Get BIG Savings with our Purchasing and Procurement Basics Online Bundle, 3 Certificate Courses
- Purchasing & Procurement Basics
- Inventory Management - The Nuts & Bolts
- Logistics & Supply Chain Management
1. Purchasing and Procurement Basics: Learn The Basics Of Purchasing And Procurement
Not that long ago, purchasing and procurement focused on a rights-based theory: acquiring the right product of the right quality, in the right quantity, from the right source, at the right time, and at the right price. Today, purchasing and procurement has evolved beyond this theory to include many supply chain functions, with a focus on building strong, collaborative relationships within and outside the organization.
In this course, you will learn the basics of purchasing and procurement. You’ll receive an introduction to the supply chain, the purchasing cycle, and basic purchasing tools. You’ll also learn about the competitive bidding process, how to manage supplier performance, risk management techniques, and ways to build relationships.
2. Inventory Management - The Nuts and Bolts: Manage Your Inventory Accurately and Effectively
No business can survive very long without an effective program of controls over the parts and materials that are used in producing or distributing goods and services of the firm. This course will teach you how to effectively manage these items, which are collectively referred to as “inventory.”
In this course, you will learn about all aspects of inventory management, including common terms, the inventory cycle, how to maintain inventory accuracy, and what some of the latest trends are.
3. Logistics and Supply Chain Management: Learn the Basics of Logistics and Supply Management
Logistics and Supply Chain Management are arguably the lifeblood of any industry. If you can’t make your products and can’t get them to your customers then failure is guaranteed. If you don’t want to find your business in this predicament it’s a good idea to secure training on this pivotal topic to have a good grasp on success. This cover gives a broad overview of logistics and supply chain management and the tools you will need.
In this course you will learn about supply chains and logistics, various integration models, supply chain flows, who is who in a supply chain, as well as drivers and ways to optimize them. You will also gain an insight on other crucial points such as aligning your business and supply chain strategies, how to get the most out of your data, how to troubleshoot any problems that crop up and ways to develop your supply chain.
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- All courses are easy to follow and understand
- Only 6 to 8 hours of study is required per course
- Unlimited lifetime access to course materials
- Study as many courses as you want
- Delivered 100% on-line and accessible 24/7 from any computer or smartphone
- You can study from home or at work, at your own pace, in your own time
- Certificate of Completion
Course Delivery
Courses are accessed online via our learning management system by any device including PC, MAC, tablet or Smart Phone.
Recognition & Accreditation
The courses offered by Courses For Success are unique as they are taught in a step by step process enabling students to complete them quickly and easily, so that you can obtain your qualification sooner. All students who complete the course receive a certificate of completion. Courses For Success is committed to high completion rates and therefore 100% student satisfaction.
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Receive Lifetime Access to Course Materials, so you can review at any time.
Purchasing and Procurement Basics Online Bundle, 3 Courses includes the following courses, below is a summary of each course:
Course 1 - Certificate In Purchasing and Procurement Basics Online Course
Session 1: Course Overview
- Learning Objectives
- Pre-Assignment: Introduction
- Pre-Assignment: Questions
Session 2: Supply Chain Management Basics
- Defining the Terms
- Process Areas
- Summary
- Making Connections
- The Value of Procurement
- The Importance of Procurement
- Reducing Time to Market
- Practice Makes Perfect
- Pre-Assignment Review
- The Five Rights of Purchasing
Session 3: The Purchasing Cycle
- Cycle Overview
- Additional Points to Consider
- Identifying a Need
- The Purchase Requisition
- Material Requirements Planning Schedule
- Developing a System
- Making Connections
- Researching Your Options
- Issuing the Purchase Order
- Issuing a Change Order
- Invoice Auditing
- Lessons Learned
Session 4: Purchasing Toolkit
- Analyzing the Price
- General Economic Issues
- About Oligopolies
- More About Oligopolies
- Variable-Margin Pricing
- Six Categories of Cost, Part One
- Six Categories of Cost, Part Two
- Analyzing Costs
- The Scope of Costs
- Sources for Cost Data
- Additional Costs
- Evaluating Suppliers
- Evaluation Checklist
- Supplier Surveys
- Additional Tools, Part One
- Additional Tools, Part Two
- Additional Tools, Part Three
- Additional Tools, Part Four
- Negotiation Basics
- Key Negotiation Techniques
- Effective Questions, Part One
- Effective Questions, Part Two
- Effective Questions, Part Three
- Collaboration Techniques
- The Learning Curve
Session 5: Managing Competitive Bids
- Purchasing Through RFP’s and Tenders
- Bidding vs. Negotiation
- Prerequisites
- Making a Choice
- Elements of the Analysis
- Creating a Contract
- Key Elements
- Ethical Considerations
- Conflicts of Interest
- The Importance of Ethics
- Ethical Standards
- Ethical Dilemmas, Part One
- Ethical Dilemmas, Part Two
- Case Studies
Session 6: Improving Efficiency and Accuracy
- Managing Supplier Performance
- Aggregate Evaluations
- Categorical Evaluations
- Weighted Evaluations
- Controlling Quality
- Taking Corrective Action
- Setting and Monitoring Delivery Standards
- Shipment Tracking
- Is the Contract Breached?
- Expediting Orders
- Creating Good Working Relationships
- Monitoring Supplier Performance
- Developing Performance Improvements
Session 7: Analyzing and Reducing Risk in the Supply Chain
- Whose Risk Is It Anyway?
- Applying the Concepts
- The Digital Marketplace
- Agile Procurement
- Case Study
- Using Multiple Suppliers
- Building Agility
- Case Study
- A Risk Management Focus, Part One
- A Risk Management Focus, Part Two
- Sample Plan
- Best Practices
Session 8: Managing Internal Relationships
- Procurement’s Role in the Organization
- Where Does Supply Management Fit?
- Spell It Out
- Making Your Mark
- The Evolution of Materials Management
- The Role of the Purchasing Specialist
- Cross-Functional Teams
- Challenges with Cross-Functional Teams, Part One
- Challenges with Cross-Functional Teams, Part Two
Session 9: Tools of the Trade
- Digital Systems
- Debit, Credit, and Virtual Terminals
- Supplier Stores
- Supplier Delivery System
- Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
- E-Commerce
- The Always-On Marketplace
- E-Sourcing
- The Role of Social Networking
- Tools of the Trade
- Seeking Feedback
- Annual Report Checklist
- Annual Report Tips
- Drawing Conclusions
A Personal Action Plan
- Starting Point
- Where I Want to Go
- How I Will Get There
Course 2 - Certificate In Inventory Management - The Nuts and Bolts Online Course
Session 1: Course Overview
- Learning Objectives
- Pre-Assignment
- Assessing Your Results
Session 2: What is Inventory?
- Definitions
- Why Is Inventory Management Important? Part One
- Why Is Inventory Management Important? Part Two
- Goals of Inventory Management
- Glossary, Part One
- Glossary, Part One
- Pre-Assignment Review
Session 3: Types of Inventory
- Types of Inventory
- Classes of Inventory
Session 4: Key Players
- The Role of Your Customers
- Reducing Costs
- Your Customers
- Hiring and Training Staff
- Hiring Tips
- Key Skill Areas for Inventory Management Staff
Session 5: Setting Up the Warehouse
- The Eight Objectives
- Making Connections
- Maintaining Location Accuracy
- Types of Locations within a Warehouse
- Location Identification Methods
- Maintaining Location Accuracy
Session 6: What Makes a Good System?
- Requirements for Inventory Management Systems, Part One
- Requirements for Inventory Management Systems, Part Two
Session 7: The Warehouse Inventory Cycle
- Inventory Stages
- The Product Cycle
Session 8: Identifying Demand
- Key Formulas
- How to Calculate Order Quantities, Part One
- How to Calculate Order Quantities, Part Two
- How to Set Reorder Points
- How to Set Safety Stock Levels
- Case Study: Background Information
- Case Study: Task
Session 9: The Receiving Process
- The Receiving Process
- Handling Damaged Goods
- Establishing Policies
Session 10: Validating Inventory
- Validating Inventory
Session 11: The Put-Away Process
- The Put-Away Process
Session 12: Maintaining Inventory Accuracy
- Degree of Control
- Inventory Control Methods
- Product Identification Methods
- Inventory Counting Methods
Session 13: The Outbound Process
- The Outbound Process
- Packing Process
- Loading and Shipping Process
Session 14: Industry Trends
- Introduction
- Cross-Docking
- Third Party Warehousing
- Just-in-Time Completion
- Online Access
Session 15: A Personal Action Plan
- Starting Point
- Where I Want to Go
- How I Will Get There
Course 3 - Certificate In Logistics and Supply Chain Management Online Course
Session 1: Course Overview
- Learning Objectives
- Pre-Assignment
Session 2: Getting Started
- Defining the Terms
- What is Supply Chain Management?
- The Six Rights
- Not Just for Products
- Regulations and Resources
- Resources to Consider
Session 3: The Evolution of the Supply Chain
- Vertical Integration Model, Part One
- Vertical Integration Model, Part Two
- What’s Next?
Session 4: The Basic Supply Chain Structure
- The Links in the Supply Chain
- Making Connections
- Participants in the Supply Chain
- Designing Your Supply Chain
- The Bullwhip Effect
- Case Study
- What Causes the Bullwhip Effect?
- How Do You Minimize the Bullwhip Effect?
Session 5: Supply Chain Drivers
- Driving Success
- Choosing the Right Transportation Methods
- United States
- Europe
- Japan
- Australia
- Making Connections
Session 6: Aligning Your Supply Chain with Business Strategy
- Identifying Your Market: Introduction
- Understanding Your Market Type, Part One
- Identifying What Your Market Wants and Needs
- Making Connections
- Looking at Your Role
- Identifying Your Role in the Supply Chains
- Analyzing the Data
- Sample SWOT
- Taking the Next Steps
- Leveraging Drivers to Support Your Roles
- Making Connections
- Questions
Session 7: Managing Supply Chain Risks
- Supply Chain Risks
- Mitigation Strategies
Session 8: Tracking and Evaluating Supply Chain Data
- Ratios and Formulas
- Business Metrics
- Inventory and Delivery Metrics
- Sales Metrics
- What is Benchmarking?
- What Benchmarks Should Be Measured?
- The SCOR Model
- SCOR as a Pyramid
- The Balanced Scorecard
- Sample Balanced Scorecard
- Supply Chain Management Dashboards
- Creating a Supply Chain Dashboard System, Part One
- Making Connections
- Option One: Balanced Scorecard
- Option Two: Dashboard, Part One
- Examples
Session 9: Troubleshooting Supply Chain Problems
- Signs of Trouble in Your Supply Chain
- Supply Chain Best Practices
- Best Practices from Industry Leaders
Session 10: Sharing Supply Chain Activities
- Outsourcing, Insourcing, Offshoring, and Reshoring
- Insourcing
- Offshoring
- Reshoring
- Third- and Fourth-Party Logistic Providers
- Fourth-Party Logistic Providers (4PL’s)
- Advantages of 3PL’s and 4PL’s
- Disadvantages of 3PL’s and 4PL’s
- Building Partnerships within Your Supply Chain
Session 11: Sustainable Supply Chain Strategies
- What is Sustainability?
- What Does Sustainability Mean in the Supply Chain?
- The Benefits of Sustainability
- Reducing the Impact on the Environment
- Case Study
Session 12: Applying Lean Techniques to the Supply Chain
- Lean 101
- The Toyoda Precepts
- The Toyota Production System House
- Applying Lean to the Supply Chain
Session 13: The Future of Supply Chain Management
- Top Trends
- Making Connections
Session 14: A Personal Action Plan
- Starting Point
- Where I Want to Go
- How I Will Get There
Requirements
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Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
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Windows:
Microsoft Windows XP, or laterModern and up to date Browser (Internet Explorer 8 or later, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
MAC/iOS
OSX/iOS 6 or laterModern and up to date Browser (Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
All systems
Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or fasterFlash player or a browser with HTML5 video capabilities(Currently Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
Students will also need access the following applications:
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Requirements
Entry requirements:
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education:
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Device requirements:
Students will need access to a computer/any device and the internet.
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About This Course
What you will learn - Learn The Basics Of Purchasing And Procurement
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Get BIG Savings with our Purchasing and Procurement Basics Online Bundle, 3 Certificate Courses
- Purchasing & Procurement Basics
- Inventory Management - The Nuts & Bolts
- Logistics & Supply Chain Management
1. Purchasing and Procurement Basics: Learn The Basics Of Purchasing And Procurement
Not that long ago, purchasing and procurement focused on a rights-based theory: acquiring the right product of the right quality, in the right quantity, from the right source, at the right time, and at the right price. Today, purchasing and procurement has evolved beyond this theory to include many supply chain functions, with a focus on building strong, collaborative relationships within and outside the organization.
In this course, you will learn the basics of purchasing and procurement. You’ll receive an introduction to the supply chain, the purchasing cycle, and basic purchasing tools. You’ll also learn about the competitive bidding process, how to manage supplier performance, risk management techniques, and ways to build relationships.
2. Inventory Management - The Nuts and Bolts: Manage Your Inventory Accurately and Effectively
No business can survive very long without an effective program of controls over the parts and materials that are used in producing or distributing goods and services of the firm. This course will teach you how to effectively manage these items, which are collectively referred to as “inventory.”
In this course, you will learn about all aspects of inventory management, including common terms, the inventory cycle, how to maintain inventory accuracy, and what some of the latest trends are.
3. Logistics and Supply Chain Management: Learn the Basics of Logistics and Supply Management
Logistics and Supply Chain Management are arguably the lifeblood of any industry. If you can’t make your products and can’t get them to your customers then failure is guaranteed. If you don’t want to find your business in this predicament it’s a good idea to secure training on this pivotal topic to have a good grasp on success. This cover gives a broad overview of logistics and supply chain management and the tools you will need.
In this course you will learn about supply chains and logistics, various integration models, supply chain flows, who is who in a supply chain, as well as drivers and ways to optimize them. You will also gain an insight on other crucial points such as aligning your business and supply chain strategies, how to get the most out of your data, how to troubleshoot any problems that crop up and ways to develop your supply chain.
Receive Lifetime Access to Course Materials, so you can review at any time.
Enhance your business skills and get your entrepreneurship certification by enrolling today!
For comprehensive information on units of study click the units of study tab above.
This is an incredible opportunity to invest in yourself and your future, sharpen your training skills and learn what it takes to create your own success with Courses For Success Today!
Course Fast Facts:
- All courses are easy to follow and understand
- Only 6 to 8 hours of study is required per course
- Unlimited lifetime access to course materials
- Study as many courses as you want
- Delivered 100% on-line and accessible 24/7 from any computer or smartphone
- You can study from home or at work, at your own pace, in your own time
- Certificate of Completion
Course Delivery
Courses are accessed online via our learning management system by any device including PC, MAC, tablet or Smart Phone.
Recognition & Accreditation
The courses offered by Courses For Success are unique as they are taught in a step by step process enabling students to complete them quickly and easily, so that you can obtain your qualification sooner. All students who complete the course receive a certificate of completion. Courses For Success is committed to high completion rates and therefore 100% student satisfaction.
Units of Study
Receive Lifetime Access to Course Materials, so you can review at any time.
Purchasing and Procurement Basics Online Bundle, 3 Courses includes the following courses, below is a summary of each course:
Course 1 - Certificate In Purchasing and Procurement Basics Online Course
Session 1: Course Overview
- Learning Objectives
- Pre-Assignment: Introduction
- Pre-Assignment: Questions
Session 2: Supply Chain Management Basics
- Defining the Terms
- Process Areas
- Summary
- Making Connections
- The Value of Procurement
- The Importance of Procurement
- Reducing Time to Market
- Practice Makes Perfect
- Pre-Assignment Review
- The Five Rights of Purchasing
Session 3: The Purchasing Cycle
- Cycle Overview
- Additional Points to Consider
- Identifying a Need
- The Purchase Requisition
- Material Requirements Planning Schedule
- Developing a System
- Making Connections
- Researching Your Options
- Issuing the Purchase Order
- Issuing a Change Order
- Invoice Auditing
- Lessons Learned
Session 4: Purchasing Toolkit
- Analyzing the Price
- General Economic Issues
- About Oligopolies
- More About Oligopolies
- Variable-Margin Pricing
- Six Categories of Cost, Part One
- Six Categories of Cost, Part Two
- Analyzing Costs
- The Scope of Costs
- Sources for Cost Data
- Additional Costs
- Evaluating Suppliers
- Evaluation Checklist
- Supplier Surveys
- Additional Tools, Part One
- Additional Tools, Part Two
- Additional Tools, Part Three
- Additional Tools, Part Four
- Negotiation Basics
- Key Negotiation Techniques
- Effective Questions, Part One
- Effective Questions, Part Two
- Effective Questions, Part Three
- Collaboration Techniques
- The Learning Curve
Session 5: Managing Competitive Bids
- Purchasing Through RFP’s and Tenders
- Bidding vs. Negotiation
- Prerequisites
- Making a Choice
- Elements of the Analysis
- Creating a Contract
- Key Elements
- Ethical Considerations
- Conflicts of Interest
- The Importance of Ethics
- Ethical Standards
- Ethical Dilemmas, Part One
- Ethical Dilemmas, Part Two
- Case Studies
Session 6: Improving Efficiency and Accuracy
- Managing Supplier Performance
- Aggregate Evaluations
- Categorical Evaluations
- Weighted Evaluations
- Controlling Quality
- Taking Corrective Action
- Setting and Monitoring Delivery Standards
- Shipment Tracking
- Is the Contract Breached?
- Expediting Orders
- Creating Good Working Relationships
- Monitoring Supplier Performance
- Developing Performance Improvements
Session 7: Analyzing and Reducing Risk in the Supply Chain
- Whose Risk Is It Anyway?
- Applying the Concepts
- The Digital Marketplace
- Agile Procurement
- Case Study
- Using Multiple Suppliers
- Building Agility
- Case Study
- A Risk Management Focus, Part One
- A Risk Management Focus, Part Two
- Sample Plan
- Best Practices
Session 8: Managing Internal Relationships
- Procurement’s Role in the Organization
- Where Does Supply Management Fit?
- Spell It Out
- Making Your Mark
- The Evolution of Materials Management
- The Role of the Purchasing Specialist
- Cross-Functional Teams
- Challenges with Cross-Functional Teams, Part One
- Challenges with Cross-Functional Teams, Part Two
Session 9: Tools of the Trade
- Digital Systems
- Debit, Credit, and Virtual Terminals
- Supplier Stores
- Supplier Delivery System
- Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
- E-Commerce
- The Always-On Marketplace
- E-Sourcing
- The Role of Social Networking
- Tools of the Trade
- Seeking Feedback
- Annual Report Checklist
- Annual Report Tips
- Drawing Conclusions
A Personal Action Plan
- Starting Point
- Where I Want to Go
- How I Will Get There
Course 2 - Certificate In Inventory Management - The Nuts and Bolts Online Course
Session 1: Course Overview
- Learning Objectives
- Pre-Assignment
- Assessing Your Results
Session 2: What is Inventory?
- Definitions
- Why Is Inventory Management Important? Part One
- Why Is Inventory Management Important? Part Two
- Goals of Inventory Management
- Glossary, Part One
- Glossary, Part One
- Pre-Assignment Review
Session 3: Types of Inventory
- Types of Inventory
- Classes of Inventory
Session 4: Key Players
- The Role of Your Customers
- Reducing Costs
- Your Customers
- Hiring and Training Staff
- Hiring Tips
- Key Skill Areas for Inventory Management Staff
Session 5: Setting Up the Warehouse
- The Eight Objectives
- Making Connections
- Maintaining Location Accuracy
- Types of Locations within a Warehouse
- Location Identification Methods
- Maintaining Location Accuracy
Session 6: What Makes a Good System?
- Requirements for Inventory Management Systems, Part One
- Requirements for Inventory Management Systems, Part Two
Session 7: The Warehouse Inventory Cycle
- Inventory Stages
- The Product Cycle
Session 8: Identifying Demand
- Key Formulas
- How to Calculate Order Quantities, Part One
- How to Calculate Order Quantities, Part Two
- How to Set Reorder Points
- How to Set Safety Stock Levels
- Case Study: Background Information
- Case Study: Task
Session 9: The Receiving Process
- The Receiving Process
- Handling Damaged Goods
- Establishing Policies
Session 10: Validating Inventory
- Validating Inventory
Session 11: The Put-Away Process
- The Put-Away Process
Session 12: Maintaining Inventory Accuracy
- Degree of Control
- Inventory Control Methods
- Product Identification Methods
- Inventory Counting Methods
Session 13: The Outbound Process
- The Outbound Process
- Packing Process
- Loading and Shipping Process
Session 14: Industry Trends
- Introduction
- Cross-Docking
- Third Party Warehousing
- Just-in-Time Completion
- Online Access
Session 15: A Personal Action Plan
- Starting Point
- Where I Want to Go
- How I Will Get There
Course 3 - Certificate In Logistics and Supply Chain Management Online Course
Session 1: Course Overview
- Learning Objectives
- Pre-Assignment
Session 2: Getting Started
- Defining the Terms
- What is Supply Chain Management?
- The Six Rights
- Not Just for Products
- Regulations and Resources
- Resources to Consider
Session 3: The Evolution of the Supply Chain
- Vertical Integration Model, Part One
- Vertical Integration Model, Part Two
- What’s Next?
Session 4: The Basic Supply Chain Structure
- The Links in the Supply Chain
- Making Connections
- Participants in the Supply Chain
- Designing Your Supply Chain
- The Bullwhip Effect
- Case Study
- What Causes the Bullwhip Effect?
- How Do You Minimize the Bullwhip Effect?
Session 5: Supply Chain Drivers
- Driving Success
- Choosing the Right Transportation Methods
- United States
- Europe
- Japan
- Australia
- Making Connections
Session 6: Aligning Your Supply Chain with Business Strategy
- Identifying Your Market: Introduction
- Understanding Your Market Type, Part One
- Identifying What Your Market Wants and Needs
- Making Connections
- Looking at Your Role
- Identifying Your Role in the Supply Chains
- Analyzing the Data
- Sample SWOT
- Taking the Next Steps
- Leveraging Drivers to Support Your Roles
- Making Connections
- Questions
Session 7: Managing Supply Chain Risks
- Supply Chain Risks
- Mitigation Strategies
Session 8: Tracking and Evaluating Supply Chain Data
- Ratios and Formulas
- Business Metrics
- Inventory and Delivery Metrics
- Sales Metrics
- What is Benchmarking?
- What Benchmarks Should Be Measured?
- The SCOR Model
- SCOR as a Pyramid
- The Balanced Scorecard
- Sample Balanced Scorecard
- Supply Chain Management Dashboards
- Creating a Supply Chain Dashboard System, Part One
- Making Connections
- Option One: Balanced Scorecard
- Option Two: Dashboard, Part One
- Examples
Session 9: Troubleshooting Supply Chain Problems
- Signs of Trouble in Your Supply Chain
- Supply Chain Best Practices
- Best Practices from Industry Leaders
Session 10: Sharing Supply Chain Activities
- Outsourcing, Insourcing, Offshoring, and Reshoring
- Insourcing
- Offshoring
- Reshoring
- Third- and Fourth-Party Logistic Providers
- Fourth-Party Logistic Providers (4PL’s)
- Advantages of 3PL’s and 4PL’s
- Disadvantages of 3PL’s and 4PL’s
- Building Partnerships within Your Supply Chain
Session 11: Sustainable Supply Chain Strategies
- What is Sustainability?
- What Does Sustainability Mean in the Supply Chain?
- The Benefits of Sustainability
- Reducing the Impact on the Environment
- Case Study
Session 12: Applying Lean Techniques to the Supply Chain
- Lean 101
- The Toyoda Precepts
- The Toyota Production System House
- Applying Lean to the Supply Chain
Session 13: The Future of Supply Chain Management
- Top Trends
- Making Connections
Session 14: A Personal Action Plan
- Starting Point
- Where I Want to Go
- How I Will Get There
Requirements
Entry requirements
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Minimum education
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Computer requirements
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All systems
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Students will also need access the following applications:
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Requirements
Entry requirements:
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education:
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Device requirements:
Students will need access to a computer/any device and the internet.
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