CORE OBJECTIVES

1. Develop a Strong Understanding of Supply Chain Management

• – Supply Chain Fundamentals : Teach students the basics of supply chain management, including procurement, production, distribution, and inventory management.
• – Logistics Operations : Provide students with the knowledge of how to manage the movement of goods and services, ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency.
• – Global Supply Chains : Introduce students to international logistics, addressing challenges such as cross-border trade, customs regulations, and global sourcing.
• – End-to-End Supply Chain Strategy : Teach students how to design and manage end-to-end supply chains, ensuring effective communication and coordination between different stages of the supply chain.

2. Optimize Supply Chain Operations

• – Inventory Management : Educate students on various techniques for managing inventory effectively, including just-in-time (JIT), economic order quantity (EOQ), and safety stock.
• – Demand Forecasting : Equip students with forecasting tools and techniques to predict demand and adjust supply chain operations accordingly, minimizing stockouts or excess inventory.
• – Production Planning and Control : Teach students how to plan and control production processes, ensuring alignment between production capacity and market demand.
• – Supply Chain Optimization : Introduce methods for optimizing supply chain operations using data analytics, reducing lead times, and lowering costs while maximizing customer satisfaction.

3. Understand Logistics and Transportation Systems

• – Transportation Management : Teach the fundamentals of transportation logistics, including the management of transportation modes, carrier selection, route optimization, and cost management.
• – Warehouse Management : Provide students with knowledge of warehousing operations, including layout design, inventory control, and automation to improve storage efficiency and reduce handling costs.
• – Distribution Networks : Educate students on the design and management of distribution networks, ensuring that products reach customers in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• – Reverse Logistics : Introduce students to the concept of reverse logistics, including returns, recycling, and waste management, ensuring that products are efficiently returned or disposed of.

4. Promote Sustainable Supply Chain Practices

• – Sustainability in Logistics : Teach students the importance of sustainability in logistics, including green logistics, carbon footprint reduction, and waste minimization.
• – Eco-Friendly Packaging and Transportation : Educate students on eco-friendly practices, such as reducing packaging waste, using renewable energy sources, and promoting sustainable transportation methods.
• – Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) : Equip students with an understanding of CSR in supply chains, including ethical sourcing, fair labor practices, and community engagement.

5. Enhance Procurement and Supplier Relationship Management

• – Procurement Strategies : Provide students with knowledge of sourcing strategies, vendor selection, negotiation, and contract management to ensure the procurement of high-quality goods at competitive prices.
• – Supplier Relationship Management : Teach students the principles of building and managing strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability, quality, and performance in the supply chain.
• – Global Sourcing : Introduce students to the challenges and opportunities of global sourcing, including managing risks, identifying suppliers, and ensuring compliance with international standards.

6. Leverage Technology in Supply Chain Management

• – Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) : Teach students how to use ERP systems to integrate supply chain functions, manage data, and streamline operations.
• – Supply Chain Analytics : Introduce students to the use of data analytics in supply chain decision-making, including predictive analytics for demand forecasting and optimization.
• – Blockchain Technology in Supply Chain : Educate students on the role of blockchain technology in ensuring transparency, security, and traceability in supply chain operations.
• – Automation and Robotics : Provide insights into the use of automation and robotics in supply chain operations, including warehouse automation and self-driving delivery systems.

7. Focus on Risk Management and Resilience

• – Supply Chain Risk Management : Teach students to identify and assess risks in the supply chain, including natural disasters, geopolitical events, and supply disruptions.
• – Contingency Planning : Equip students with the skills to develop contingency plans that minimize risks and ensure business continuity during disruptions.
• – Crisis Management : Introduce students to crisis management techniques, helping them navigate disruptions in the supply chain and recover operations swiftly.

8. Strengthen Communication, Leadership, and Teamwork Skills

• – Effective Communication : Equip students with the ability to communicate complex logistics and supply chain concepts to various stakeholders, including team members, vendors, and customers.
• – Leadership and Management : Develop leadership skills, enabling students to manage logistics teams, resolve conflicts, and make strategic decisions.
• – Collaboration and Networking : Encourage students to collaborate with logistics professionals, suppliers, and customers, fostering strong industry connections and career opportunities.

9. Prepare Students for Career Readiness and Professional Development

• – Internships and Practical Experience : Offer students the opportunity to gain real-world experience through internships, working with companies to apply classroom knowledge to actual supply chain operations.
• – Professional Certifications : Guide students in preparing for certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Six Sigma to enhance their career prospects.
• – Career Services and Networking : Provide career counseling, resume-building support, and networking opportunities to help students transition from academia to successful careers in logistics and supply chain management.