Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
VASC-0012
Organization's ID:
FLG208, FLG220, FLG310
Length:
18 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 supply chain management
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to explore the fundamental processes related to Strategic Sourcing, Return-on-Investment, and Program/Project management relative to supply chain management.

Learning Outcomes:

  • implement strategic sourcing processes
  • understand Return-on-Investment (ROI) principles
  • incorporate knowledge related to Program and Project management in support of supply chain management

General Topics:

  • Sourcing (definitions, drivers, and benefits)
  • Return on investment definition and calculations
  • ROI project evaluations
  • Stakeholders and stakeholder management
  • Communications strategies
  • Project evaluation
  • Project teams
  • Metrics
  • Project evaluation and success
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Learner Presentations
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations

Minimum Passing Score:

80%
Supplemental Materials