This Specialization is an introduction to the fascinating world of Logistics and Supply Chain Management. When you complete the program you'll have a  richer understanding of the complexities that companies are facing in today's global networked economy.  

The Specialization is for you, if: 1. you're looking to start a career in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, but lack the basic background; 2. you're working with people in Logistics and Supply Chain Management and want to understand their daily challenges better; 3. you're fascinated by how the global economy is linked together by the flow of products, information, and finances.

The Logistics and Supply Chain Management Specialization is made up of four basic courses in logistics, operations, planning, and sourcing, followed by a capstone course in Logistics and Supply Chain Management Strategy. The Logistics and Supply Chain Logistics course will cover transportation, warehousing and inventory, and logistics network design. The Logistics and Supply Chain Operations course covers techniques used to optimize flow and focuses specifically on Six Sigma quality and Lean practices. In the Supply Chain Planning course you'll master different forecasting approaches. The Supply Chain Sourcing course deals with different techniques that help you create lasting and productive supplier relationships. Finally, in the capstone course on Supply Chain Management Strategy you'll solve a real-life business case.

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