Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LAS2)  Diploma

Emphasizes the development and improvement of written and oral communication abilities. Topics include analysis of writing, applied grammar and writing skills, editing and proofreading skills, research skills, and oral communication skills.

Introduces the fundamental concepts terminology and operations necessary to use computers. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include an introduction to computer terminology the Windows environment Internet and email word processing software spreadsheet software database software and presentation software.

Provides a general knowledge of current management practices in logistics management. The focuses of the course will be on planning, organizing, and controlling of these activities, key elements for successful management in any organization. The course will also introduce student to Transport, Inventory, and Location strategies, Customer Service Goals and Organization and Control.

Provides a general knowledge of Supply Chain Management (SCM) and the associated functions necessary for delivery goods and services to customers. The course will focus on what employees and managers must do to ensure an effective Supply Chain exists in their organization. Topics include: Introduction to SCM, E-Commerce, Material Management, Information Technology, Measuring SCM performance, Purchasing and Distribution, and Research and Case Studies.

Introduces the basic financial accounting concepts of the complete accounting cycle and provides the student with the necessary skills to maintain a set of books for a sole proprietorship. Topics include: accounting vocabulary and concepts the accounting cycle for a personal service business the accounting cycle for a merchandising business inventory cash control and receivables. Laboratory work demonstrates theory presented in class.

Provides a general knowledge of purchasing for todays Supply Chains. The student will be introduced to Crossfunctional teaming, Purchasing and Supply Performance, Supplier Integration into new Product Development, Supplier Development, Strategic Cost Management and Total Ownership Cost (TOC), and many other topics. This course along with other Supply Chain based courses will give the student the foundation needed to make a difference in obtaining low costs, quality products for their organizations.

Businesses today can not be competitive without a good transportation and logistics network. This course introduces the five basic forms of transportation and provides an understanding of the economic fundamentals underlying each mode. Students then discuss ways in which today's supply chain manager can use these transportation modes to achieve efficiencies and cost effectiveness necessary for a company to survive in today's global markets. 

This course will introduce students to materials Management by learning the planning production process, master scheduling, material requirements, and forecasting material demands and inventory levels. This course is designed to build on the students knowledge of supply chains and how effective material management improves supply chain performance.

Provides a general knowledge of E-Commerce (EC) and how it is being conducted and managed as well as assessing its major opportunities, limitations, issues, and risks. The course will focus on the impact EC has on a significant portion of the world, affecting businesses, supply chains, professions, and people. EC is more than just buying and selling, and students will learn it is also about electronically communicating, collaborating, sharing of information by businesses, and discovering information.

This course familiarizes the student with the principles and techniques of sound leadership practices. Topics include: Characteristics of Effective Leadership Styles History of Leadership Leadership Models The Relationship of Power and Leadership Team Leadership The Role of Leadership in Effecting Change.