What types of classes are offered in SCM?
Classes vary from university to university. The following course descriptions from Arizona State University ‘s program are good examples of topics that are discussed in supply chain classes: Logistics and Transportation Analysis of the activities and decisions necessary to plan, implement and control private and public physical distribution and transportation channel systems. Emphasis on physical, human, informational and organizational system components. Supply Chain Models This course investigates the role of information management and decision support methods in the planning and management of supply chains and related processes. The course addresses techniques and methods used in facility location; forecasting; inventory control; routing and scheduling; purchasing; warehousing and other activities. Supply Chain Management This course emphasizes the adoption of a supply chain orientation toward business and the need for more effective inter-firm relationships and operational processe
