Basics of Supply Chain Management SCM1LF101-3016 24.05.2021-18.06.2021 5 (KESÄ2021)+-
Learning objectives
You understand the role of modern supply chain management (SCM) in creating competitive advantage to a firm from the financial, customer service as well as ethical and environmental perspective. You master the basic SCM concepts, which will help you in communicating with the internal and external stakeholders.
Starting level and linkage with other courses
No prerequisites.
Contents
Elements and functions of the global supply chain
Features and challenges of international logistics
Purchasing process
Logistics and functions (customer service level, order management, inventory, warehousing, transportation, material handling)
Reverse logistics
Logistics service providers and logistics services
Financial importance and competitive advantages of SCM
Sustainable SCM (environment & ethics)
Role and risks of outsourcing
Customer service via sourcing and logistics
Incoterms
Further information
Cooperation with the business community
Visiting lecturers from companies.
Internationality
Global supply chain management cases are used.