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Essentials of Supply Chain Management: Module 1 - Overview

This module focuses on defining supply chain management, explaining supply chain strategy, and exploring the supply chain process. Along with an overview of specific terminology and definitions, the module covers supply chain phases (i.e., inputs, transformation, and outputs), supplier tiers, relevant roles and responsibilities in organizations, and more.

Who should attend?

This module is intended for entry-level automotive SCM-oriented employees, prospective entrants into an automotive supply chain management career, and students looking to increase foundational knowledge of supply chain management.

Requirements

You will have access to the course for 60 days from date of enrollment.

Approximate time to complete: 1 hour 

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