By completing the certificate in Supply Chain Essentials, students will learn to:
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Design and manage an effective supply chain, and apply project management techniques
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Improve the operational efficiencies of a supply chain and be able to interpret the implications of supply chain initiatives in terms of key financial performance metrics
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Be able to apply supply chain analytics and conduct demand forecasting, aggregate planning, and sales and operations planning for a supply chain
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Recognize and evaluate supply chain vulnerabilities and formulate approaches to mitigate supply chain risk
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Assess fundamental dimensions of supply chain strategy, innovation, transformation, and organizational leadership
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Evaluate and manage the sustainability of a supply chain
A BS or BA degree in any discipline is required, with a GPA of > 3.0.