Global Supply Chain Management

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The course will focus on the integration of suppliers, logistics, production facilities, and distribution centers in order for customers to receive the right product at the right quantity and the right time. Also, emphasis will be given to issues of contract administration, location, and evaluation of foreign suppliers, exchange fluctuations, and customs procedures. Key concepts of supply chain management (SCM) and opportunities involving SCM strategy will be studied. In addition to conceptual topics, quantitative tools will also be presented in class. (Credit may not be earned for this course and Management 4331.) 4371 Internship in Marketing. Students will participate in a struc- tured work experience at the marketing trainee level. A pass or fail grade