This course is part of the Supply Chain Management Specialization

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Supply Chain Management SpecializationRutgers the State University of New Jersey

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Have you ever wondered how goods get delivered to us so quickly as soon as we order them? One word: Logistics! In this introductory Supply Chain Logistics course, I will take you on a journey to this fascinating backbone of global trade. We cover the three major building blocks of logistics networks: transportation, warehousing, and inventory. After completing this course, you will be able to differentiate the advantages and disadvantages of different modes of transportation. You will understand what goes into designing and setting up a warehousing facility. Finally, you will be able to select the options that enable you to develop logistics networks, that minimize costs and deliver top customer service. This is an introductory course designed to provide you with a start on your learning journey in logistics. You do not need to have any background in logistics, but it would be beneficial if you had a basic understanding of business concepts. Join me and we will learn together about logistics!
Interested in learning advanced supply chain topics? Check out the Supply Chain Excellence MasterTrack™ Certificate: https://www.coursera.org/mastertrack/supply-chain-excellence-rutgers

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Warehouse Management
Logistics Planning
Supply Chain
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Supply Chain Management Specialization

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Rudolf Leuschner, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

Department of Supply Chain Management

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12 Courses

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

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Week1

Week 1

3 hours to complete

Transportation

Welcome to the exciting world of logistics! We are going to start by taking a look at transportation. But before we get there, I would like to introduce you to myself. We will cover the different modes of transportation: motor freight, air freight, intermodal, and express delivery. After completing this module, you'll be able to weigh the benefits and drawbacks of different transportation modes. Furthermore, you will demonstrate how transportation systems use different modes to facilitate the efficient movement of goods from origin to destination. Lastly, you will be able to recognize what transportation modes were used by a shipping company just by looking at the tracking statement.

3 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 15 min), 9 readings, 3 quizzes

7 videos

The Importance of Logistics1mMoving Freight over the Road3mMotor Carriers1mFlying Freight2mAir Carriers1mContainers on a Train2mExpress Delivery2m

9 readings

Is this course for me?10mObjectives, Summary, and Further Information about Moving Freight over the Road5mObjectives, Summary, and Further Information about Motor Carriers5mObjectives, Summary, and Further Information about Flying Freight5mObjectives, Summary, and Further Information about Air Carriers5mObjectives, Summary, and Further Information on Containers on a Train5mObjectives, Summary, and Further Information on Express Delivery5mExpress Delivery Firms Background10mComparison of Transportation Modes5m

2 practice exercises

Motor Freight Assessment8mAir Freight Assessment6m

Week2

Week 2

2 hours to complete

Warehousing and Inventory Management

2 hours to complete

4 videos (Total 14 min), 1 reading, 2 quizzes

Week3

Week 3

1 hour to complete

Logistics Network

1 hour to complete

3 videos (Total 10 min), 1 reading, 1 quiz

Week4

Week 4

3 hours to complete

Final Exam

This module builds on the previously covered transportation, warehousing, and inventory. You will be able to appreciate the implications of putting together a logistics network. Furthermore, you will put all of the things into practice that we covered in the previous weeks. After completing this module, you will have shown that you master the basics of logistics and are able to design your own logistics network.

3 hours to complete

1 reading

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TOP REVIEWS FROM SUPPLY CHAIN LOGISTICS

by TBOct 14, 2020

I've learnt a lot from this course as the professor provides me with fundamental knowledge of Supply Chain. In addition, the assignments are challenging but really practical and interesting.

by DDJun 14, 2021

I thought the instructor did an excellent job of making this clear and interesting. I enjoyed the humor he used at times and that he traveled to actual locations for some videos. I did learn a lot!

by SWFeb 1, 2018

This course was well organized, provided necessary learning materials, and hands-on learning experiences. I would highly recommend this course to others interested in learning supply chain logistics.

by KGFeb 18, 2021

This course was very informative and interactive. I loved the assignments, they were challenging and engaging. I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in Supply Chain Management.

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About the Supply Chain Management Specialization

This Specialization is an introduction to the fascinating world of Supply Chain Management. When you complete the program you'll have a richer understanding of the complexities that companies are facing in today's global networked economy.

The Specialization is for you, if: 1. you're looking to start a career in Supply Chain Management, but lack the basic background; 2. you're working with people in Supply Chain Management and want to understand their daily challenges better; 3. you're fascinated by how the global economy is linked together by the flow of products, information, and finances. The Supply Chain Management Specialization is made up of four basic courses in logistics, operations, planning, and sourcing, followed by a capstone course in Supply Chain Management Strategy. The Supply Chain Logistics course will cover transportation, warehousing and inventory, and logistics network design. The Supply Chain Operations course covers techniques used to optimize flow and focuses specifically on Six Sigma quality and Lean practices. In the Supply Chain Planning course you'll master different forecasting approaches. The Supply Chain Sourcing course deals with different techniques that help you create lasting and productive supplier relationships. Finally, in the capstone course on Supply Chain Management Strategy you'll solve a real-life business case. Interested in learning advanced supply chain topics? View the Supply Chain Excellence MasterTrack™ Certificate.

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