Program Overview

This course explains the evolution from the transactional purchasing or procurement function into the strategic process of supply management. It introduces key concepts and ideas that can be used to successfully source and manage suppliers and to deal with issues that may arise across the supply chain. The course is divided into modules that explain supply management basics; describe strategic, ethical, and sustainable sourcing; and discuss supply chain leadership and integration. Course participants will explore supply management from several viewpoints; align sourcing, communication, and management strategies; and incorporate ethical and sustainable practices into the supply chain. Trends and changes to the profession due to the Internet and emerging technologies are also discussed.

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Note:

Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 70% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive CEUs.

At a Glance

Extended Education
Approximately 8 hours
Access Time: 180 days
.8 CEUs
$199
No additional materials required

Program Highlights

Fully Accessible

Online MBA for Busy Professionals

Designed for busy, self-motivated professionals, this 100% online MBA lets you study whenever and wherever it works for you—early mornings, late nights, or lunch breaks.

Certificate credit

Comprehensive Curriculum

Earn your degree by completing 36 credits across 12 courses, covering core areas in business, management, and leadership to prepare you for real-world challenges.

Scholarships

Maximize Your Investment

Pay just $1,500 per six-month session and take as many courses as you're able. This flexible cost structure allows you to fast-track your progress and maximize your investment.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the differences in procurement processes for different types of goods and services
  • Discuss the importance of internal and external relationships in managing suppliers
  • Formulate a supplier relationship management process
  • Articulate ways to enhance communication across the supply chain
  • Manage and continuously improve supplier performance
  • Develop a sourcing strategy that meets the needs of your company
  • Determine the effects of e-commerce on supply management
  • Utilize historically underutilized business (HUB) supplier diversity programs
  • Understand the concept of sustainable sourcing
  • Understand the need for leadership in the supply chain management process
  • Identify organizational barriers to supply chain excellence
  • Measure and manage supply chain performance
  • Identify and manage supply chain risk

Program Partner

MindEdge Learning

We partnered with MindEdge to bring you affordable, full-suite, cloud-based, content-rich online education.

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Ask an Expert

This course includes an “Ask the Expert” feature. You can use this feature to submit questions about course content. A subject-matter expert will provide guidance or point you to additional resources for the topics you’re studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours. 

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