ADVANCED ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS
SCMA 831
This course discusses how information systems and technology are used to support operations and supply chain management, including designing, planning, and controlling of manufacturing and service systems. Students will explore and learn some of the latest trends in information systems and technology, and gain an understanding of how those systems can improve supply chain performance.
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PLANNING AND CONTROLLING SUPPLY CHAIN SYSTEMS
SCMA 832
Prerequisites: GRBA 815 (Supply Chain Management Strategies)
This course covers topics related to planning that are relevant in the manufacturing, service, and public sectors. Topics include forecasting and planning for capacity management, materials management, utilization of facilities, managing and scheduling inventory, scheduling people and equipment, and the tracking of people, orders, and equipment to ensure the accommodation of customer needs while maintaining effective and efficient processes.
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ADVANCED TOPICS IN LEAN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
SCMA 834
Prerequisites: GRBA 815
This course focuses on the continuous improvement of supply chain operations and other business processes through the application of lean management principles. Topics include just-in-time, six-sigma, theory of constraints, and associated tools and applications.
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PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION
SCMA 836
Project management involves managing people and resources to accomplish a new activity. This course introduces techniques used for planning and managing projects, from project initiation through implementation. Students learn a variety of tools and techniques used for budgeting, planning and scheduling, risk management, and project implementation.
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GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
SCMA 839
Prerequisites: GRBA 815
This course considers issues of relevance in global supply chains, with a focus on sourcing, distribution, and transportation. Specific issues include international trade, the benefits and risks of outsourcing, and the use of information technology for coordination in international supply chains. Other topics include make or buy decisions, supplier evaluation and selection, total cost of ownership, negotiation, and purchasing ethics.
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MANAGING LOGISTICS IN THE SUPPLY CHAIN
SCMA 844
Prerequisites: GRBA 815
Logistics has been defined as the process of planning, implementing, and controlling the efficient, cost effective flow, and storage of raw materials, in-process inventory, finished goods, and related information, from point of origin to point of consumption to meet customer requirements. This course covers topics related to physical distribution, channel design, transportation mode selection, and inventory management.
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES FOR OPERATIONS AND INNOVATION
SCMA 847
Prerequisites: GRBA 815
Business leaders must understand how to leverage advanced information technology (IT) for operations and innovation. In this course, students will learn the foundations of IT, advanced IT trends, and how IT is used to operate, innovate, grow, and transform organizations. Topics include new and disruptive IT and its potential a role in innovation and smart operations through digital transformation.
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