Supply Chain Management Certificate

Certificate Completers will be able to

. Utilize terminology in the area of transportation.
. Apply methodologies and techniques to process flow of goods.
. Integrate the area of supply chain management for low total cost and improved service.
. Optimize utilization of modes of transportation.
. Utilize computerized applications of logistics.

Completers will be able to apply credits toward the following programs:

. 101821, Supply Chain Management

Requirements for Certificate Entry:

. Previous work experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain management areas is preferred, but not required.

Note

10-182-120, Enterprise Resource Plan is offered only in the fall.
10-182-157, Logistics/Supply Chain Management is offered only in the fall.
10-182-127, Purchasing is offered only in the spring.
10-182-131, Negotiations is offered only in the spring.
10-182-190, Transportation Management is offered only in the spring.

Curriculum

Catalog No. Description Credits

Course Descriptions

10-182-120 Enterprise Resource Plan/Cont ...enterprise resource planning (ERP), benefits of ERP implementation in an organization, business process alignment, value chain process, technology and international considerations, successful change management, and ERP project management.

10-182-110 Lean Operations Mgmt ...lean operating concepts, total quality management, Six Sigma methodologies, continuous improvement tools/techniques, process mapping, 5S principles, statistical process control/pull signals, cellular manufacturing, mixed-model production, human resource development.

10-182-157 Logistics/Supply Chain Mgmt ...integrated logistics supply chain, dimensions of logistics and supply chain management, demand management and customer service, procurement and supply management, global logistics, inventory management, warehousing, transportation and third-party logistics.

10-182-131 Negotiations ...techniques and skills used in bargaining to maximize a company's profits and competitiveness. Appropriate for learners in any Business and Information Technology program as well as for non-program students.

10-182-127 Purchasing ...role of purchasing in business, industry, and the community; legal and ethical aspects of purchasing including systems, staffing, price/cost analysis, contract administration, and dealing with vendors.

10-182-190 Transportation Mgmt ...importance of transportation, transportation regulations/public policy, overview of transportation providers (motor carriers, railroads, air carriers, inter-modal and special carriers), costing/pricing transportation, transportation documentation, transportation management technology systems/processes.

For more information, please contact: The Business & Information Technology Department,(920) 498-5435 or (800) 422-NWTC, extension 5435, or contact Enrollment Services at (888) 385-NWTC.