Principles of SC&IS II

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Sequel on principles of supply chain and information systems with special emphasis on potential research topics. SC&IS 530 Principles of SC&IS II (3) This sequel to SC&IS 520 is directed at first and second year Ph.D. students in the SC&IS program. Other graduate students are welcome to attend with instructor's permission. The objectives are to (1) study supply chain and information system principles, (2) expose students to a wide range of appropriate research topics, and (3) prepare students to conduct doctoral level research in these areas. Topics include planning, integration, and coordination; value and impact of information; game theory models, auctions, and behavioral issues.Evaluation methods include homework assignments, research paper(s), presentations, and class participation and discussion.This is the second part of a two-course sequence covering research problems and issues in supply chain and information systems. Offered in the spring term only. SC&IS 510 is a prerequisite.