This specialized program delves into the intricacies of supply chain and operations, covering topics such as logistics management, inventory control, and process optimization. Learners can expect to acquire a robust skill set, including strategic planning, data analytics, and risk management, with a focus on real-world applications. Industry partnerships may provide insights from leading experts, ensuring a curriculum that aligns with current industry trends and challenges in supply chain and operations management.
Supply Chain & Operations Specialization
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Supply Chain & Operations Specialization
Improve your operations skills. Catapult your career with our comprehensive course designed to elevate your skills in operations and propel you into professional success.
Instructors: Edson Ito
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Beginner level
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3 months at 10 hours a week
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
(17 reviews)
Beginner level
Recommended experience
3 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
- Supply Chain Management
- Business Process
- Process Mapping
- Supply Chain Planning
- Process Analysis
- Business Strategies
- Business Operations
- Process Improvement
- Business Strategy
- Revenue Management
- Operational Performance Management
- Lean Six Sigma
- Business Modeling
- Supply Chain
- Strategic Thinking
- Operations Management
- Organizational Structure
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Supply Management
- Project Design
What’s included
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Taught in English
79 practice exercises
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- Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
- Earn a career certificate from Fundação Instituto de Administração
Specialization - 4 course series
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Category: Business Modeling
Category: Leadership and Management
Category: Organizational Structure
Category: Organizational Effectiveness
Category: Project Design
Category: Operations Management
Category: Business Strategy
Category: Process Analysis
Category: Innovation
Category: Business Management
Category: Process Mapping
Category: Process Improvement
Category: Business Process
Category: Project Management
What you'll learn
Understand a business scenario
Use strategic tools
Identify another player’s strategy
Skills you'll gain
Category: Competitive Intelligence
Category: Business Strategies
Category: Market Analysis
Category: Strategic Leadership
Category: Competitive Analysis
Category: Organizational Strategy
Category: Strategic Thinking
Category: Business Strategy
Category: Market Dynamics
Category: Corporate Strategy
Category: Continuous Monitoring
Category: Analysis
Category: Strategic Decision-Making
What you'll learn
Understand and use the most important supply chain management concepts and frameworks for outsourcing
Identify and critically analyze the specific causes, effects, and remedies of demand volatility and uncertainty in different supply chains
Identify, critically analyze and remedy common pitfalls of supply and inventory management
Recognize the most relevant strategic issues and alternatives related to designing international direct and reverse logistics networks
Skills you'll gain
Category: Corporate Sustainability
Category: Supplier Relationship Management
Category: Supply Chain Management
Category: Forecasting
Category: Strategic Partnership
Category: Materials Management
Category: Supply Chain Planning
Category: Governance
Category: Inventory Management System
Category: Business Technologies
Category: Business Strategy
Category: Strategic Decision-Making
Category: Customer Demand Planning
Category: Risk Mitigation
Category: Supply Management
Category: Supply Chain
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Category: Operations Management
Category: Continuous Improvement Process
Category: Process Analysis
Category: Process Improvement
Category: Operational Performance Management
Category: Lean Methodologies
Category: Quality Management
Category: Organizational Strategy
Category: Lean Six Sigma
Category: Operational Efficiency
Category: Revenue Management
Category: Business Operations
Category: Strategic Planning
Category: Service Management
Category: Capacity Management
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Frequently asked questions
No background is necessary.
From an academic standpoint, we would recommend taking the courses, modules, and lessons in the presented order.
After completing the specialization in supply chain and operations, you will be equipped with the skills to optimize logistical processes, enhance efficiency, manage inventory effectively, and streamline operations for increased productivity and organizational success.
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