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BUS443 Lean Logistics

• Department Business
• Level Upper
• Format Online
• Credits 3

Description

This course provides a fundamental understanding of lean applications toward inbound and outbound logistics networks, and the role of leadership to develop corporate logistics strategy. The curriculum is built to enable students to competently utilize professional lean logistics methods and techniques, including identification of areas of waste, ability to decrease inventory, and increase logistics throughput. Throughout its duration, this course will offer numerous examples of how to apply "lean logistics thinking"; "total logistics cost"; "logistics demand patterns"; and, "logistics planning-operational bridging techniques". Cross-functional logistics teamwork, logistics operational strategy, logistics functions, inventory reduction, and operational logistics networks are stressed within the curriculum and cases.

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Prerequisites

This course does not require any prerequisites.

Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC)

To be designated as a Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) course, all instructional materials will be provided at no cost to students. These may include Open Educational Resources (OER), free materials, or library resources. Check your syllabus for more information.

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