Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
WALM-0118
Organization:
Walmart Stores, Inc.
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
8 weeks (40 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Logistics
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide students with an understanding of reverse logistics and the effects it has on markets. The course will focus on reducing reverse logistics, planning ahead, and how to best utilize resources to reuse products that might not be resalable or reusable to consumers.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the life-cycle of logistics and learn the importance of reverse logistics
  • Identify practices to reduce reverse logistics
  • Understand the effects reverse logistics has on companies worldwide in varying markets
  • Demonstrate the ability to reduce unsold and/or wasted products

General Topics:

  • Business implications
  • Return of unsold goods
  • Reusable packaging
  • Cost effectiveness of planning ahead
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Case Studies
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

75%
Supplemental Materials