| This course serves as the foundation course for studying strategic supply chain management within the Howe School. The course explores the major elements of the supply chain, and exposes students to leading edge thinking on supply chain strategy as well as practical tools and methods for its implementation. Topics covered include: Supply Chain Management Principles and the Customer; Supply Chain Networks and Organizations; Product Lifecycle Implications to Supply Chains; Forecasting and Inventory Management; Supply Chain Processes; Supply Chain Information Systems; Supply Chain Performance and Metrics; Lean Supply Chains; Risk Management; and Legal and Ethical Issues. |
