This specialized program delves into the intricacies of supply chain and operations, covering topics such as logistics management, inventory control, and process optimization. Learners can expect to acquire a robust skill set, including strategic planning, data analytics, and risk management, with a focus on real-world applications. Industry partnerships may provide insights from leading experts, ensuring a curriculum that aligns with current industry trends and challenges in supply chain and operations management.
Supply Chain & Operations Specialization
Supply Chain & Operations Specialization
Improve your operations skills. Catapult your career with our comprehensive course designed to elevate your skills in operations and propel you into professional success.
Instructors: Edson Ito
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(18 reviews)
Beginner level
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3 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
(18 reviews)
Beginner level
Recommended experience
3 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
- Supply Chain Planning
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Business Process Improvement
- Process Improvement
- Operational Performance Management
- Lean Six Sigma
- Business Strategy
- Organizational Structure
- Business Strategies
- Supply Chain
- Business Operations
- Revenue Management
- Process Analysis
- Operations Management
- Business Process
- Process Mapping
- Strategic Thinking
- Supply Chain Management
- Business Modeling
- Materials Management
What’s included
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Taught in English
79 practice exercises
Advance your subject-matter expertise
- Learn in-demand skills from university and industry experts
- Master a subject or tool with hands-on projects
- Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
- Earn a career certificate from Fundação Instituto de Administração
Specialization - 4 course series
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Business Modeling, Process Mapping, Business Process Improvement, Organizational Structure, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Process, Business Strategy, Innovation, Project Management, Process Improvement, Leadership and Management, and Operations Management
What you'll learn
Understand a business scenario
Use strategic tools
Identify another player’s strategy
Skills you'll gain
Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Analysis, Market Dynamics, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Continuous Monitoring, Decision Making, Business Strategies, and Market Analysis
What you'll learn
Understand and use the most important supply chain management concepts and frameworks for outsourcing
Identify and critically analyze the specific causes, effects, and remedies of demand volatility and uncertainty in different supply chains
Identify, critically analyze and remedy common pitfalls of supply and inventory management
Recognize the most relevant strategic issues and alternatives related to designing international direct and reverse logistics networks
Skills you'll gain
Demand Planning, Supply Chain Management, Forecasting, Supplier Relationship Management, Strategic Partnership, Internet Of Things, Governance, Business Strategy, Customer Demand Planning, Supply Chain, Business Technologies, Inventory Management System, Materials Management, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Business, Risk Mitigation, Strategic Decision-Making, and Supply Chain Planning
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Operations Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Analysis, Capacity Management, Quality Management, Lean Six Sigma, Strategic Planning, Revenue Management, Business Operations, Operational Efficiency, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Operational Performance Management, and Service Management
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Frequently asked questions
No background is necessary.
From an academic standpoint, we would recommend taking the courses, modules, and lessons in the presented order.
After completing the specialization in supply chain and operations, you will be equipped with the skills to optimize logistical processes, enhance efficiency, manage inventory effectively, and streamline operations for increased productivity and organizational success.
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Financial aid available,