Supply Chain Management : The Basics

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT An Introduction

Supply Chain Management An Introduction Most businesses are dependent on supply chains to one extent or another. Business Supply Chain Management incorporates every process and participant that plays a role in the movement of goods or services. From initial sourcing of materials to production to shipping to sales and so on, the process from start to finish comprises one unified and streamlined chain. The more efficient the chain and its participants, the better the respective business can expect to perform. By contrast, ineffective Supply Chains or those with weak links along the way can have a series impact on the performance, perhaps even the viability of the business.

This exclusive Supply Chain Management,tutorial has been designed for business owners, managers, warehouse workers and anyone involved in supply chain management. Explore a breakdown of the effective Supply Chain, along with its importance and benefits in a business setting. Study the evolving structure of supply chains, key participants in supply chain activities and how Supply Chain performance has a direct impact on the wider business.

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT An Introduction

Supply Chain Management - Unit Objectives

• Describe what Supply Chain Management is.
• Explore Benefits of Supply Chain and its Working Procedures
• Identify the participants in Supply Chain

Supply Chain Management - Unit Topics

• What is Supply Chain Management
• Basic Supply Chain – Physical Movements
• The Structure of a Supply Chain
• Benefits of Supply Chains
• How the Supply Chain Works
• The Evolving Structure of Supply Chains
• Participants in the Supply Chain

Supply Chain Management - Course Benefits:

• Full Tutor Support
• Self paced, no fixed schedules
• Available to students anywhere in the world
• 24/7 Access to the LMS ( Learning Management System )
• Easy to understand quality e-learning study materials

Supply Chain Management - Course Material

All course materials are included in the course price. All your study material will be available on our learning management system for which you will get access once you are enrolled. The material can be downloaded and printed as well.

Our distance learning course materials are specially written for home study and contain a wealth of knowledge in easy to understand language. We use variety of media to help you learn. Your course may use any of the following different media which you can use from home or where ever you choose to study:

• Online course materials
• Question papers
• Additional Supporting Material
• Useful Links

Course assessment

You will be continually assessed throughout the course. Your assignment will be marked by your tutor and independently moderated. The feedback on your assignment will then be sent to you.

Supply Chain Management

• Managers, supervisors and team leaders
• Confident , self motivated and passionate candidates
• Supply chain workers seeking for CPD
• Logistics managers looking to expand knowledge and skills
• Candidates looking to enhance their CVs
• Anyone interested in developing knowledge and skills

Supply Chain Management

No prior knowledge is required to take this course.

*Note: This CPD Unit is offered on special discounted price on REED only and does not include awarding body accreditation charges. At the end of the unit, learner can claim CPD Accredited certificate by paying £35 accreditation fee and postal charges (£9 for UK students, £15 for outside UK).

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