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Understanding Supply Chain Risks 19m • 6 Lessons • Advanced
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®)
In this Understanding Supply Chain Risks course, you’ll explore the risks that threaten supply chain operations and learn how to address them effectively. From geopolitical challenges to cyber threats, you’ll gain insights into the vulnerabilities modern businesses face. Understanding these risks will allow you to safeguard operations, reduce disruptions, and maintain customer trust.
Strategies for Risk Management 24m • 8 Lessons • Advanced
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®)
In the Strategies for Risk Management course, you’ll learn how to identify, prioritize, and mitigate supply chain risks before they escalate. Explore tools like SWOT analysis, risk registers, and scenario modeling to pinpoint vulnerabilities and develop actionable plans.
Enhancing Supply Chain Resilience 20m • 6 Lessons • Advanced
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®)
In this Enhancing Supply Chain Resilience course, you’ll learn how to safeguard operations against disruptions while integrating sustainability and data-driven strategies. Explore key components of resilience like flexibility, visibility, and adaptability, and discover tools that strengthen your supply chain. This course helps you build strong systems that can grow with your business and ensure reliability.
Fundamentals of Supplier Relationship Management 13m • 5 Lessons • Intermediate
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In the Fundamentals of Supplier Relationship Management course, you learn how strong supplier relationships can transform your supply chain. We’ll go over how to build resilient partnerships, tackle risks head-on, and streamline operations to drive efficiency and growth. Discover strategies to reduce delays, maintain quality, and handle disruptions with confidence while keeping your business on track for long-term success.
Implementing Supplier Relationship Management Strategies 17m • 6 Lessons • Intermediate
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
Strong supplier relationships create a smooth and reliable supply chain. In this course on Implementing Supplier Relationship Management Strategies, you’ll learn how to select the right suppliers, build stronger partnerships, and handle challenges that come with managing supplier relationships. We’ll show you practical strategies to create a smooth and reliable supply chain while achieving your business goals.
Best Practices for Supplier Relationship Management 14m • 5 Lessons • Intermediate
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In this Best Practices for Supplier Relationship Management course, you’ll learn how to develop strategies to improve your supplier relationships. We’ll explore supplier development, innovation, and tools to measure your return on investment. By the end of this course, you’ll know how to strengthen supplier relationships, uphold ethical practices, and evaluate your SRM success to drive long-term value.
Understanding Sourcing for Supply Chains 24m • 8 Lessons • Intermediate In this course on Understanding Sourcing for Supply Chains, we'll cover the fundamentals of supply chain sourcing, how to reduce costs while improving reliability, and how to select and manage suppliers to meet your business goals. You’ll learn to handle complex sourcing issues and position your company for long-term success. By the end of this course, you'll be ready to optimize your supply chain sourcing strategies to enhance your product quality and market competitiveness.
AI Sourcing Technology for Supply Chains 19m • 8 Lessons • Intermediate
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®)
In this course on AI Sourcing Technology for Supply Chains, you’ll learn how to harness Artificial Intelligence to make sound sourcing decisions, reduce costs, and increase product quality. This course will empower you to optimize your supply chain performance and gain a competitive edge in your industry. By the end of this course, you’ll have the knowledge and tools to revolutionize your supply chain sourcing with AI.
Implementing AI into Supply Chain Sourcing 19m • 8 Lessons • Intermediate In this course on Implementing AI into Supply Chain Sourcing, you’ll learn how to develop and leverage AI-driven strategies for sourcing. We’ll cover how to integrate AI tools into your existing systems and scale AI solutions for maximum impact. This course will help you optimize your sourcing performance while ensuring that you use AI ethically.
Understanding Strategic Supply Chain Cost Management 23m • 8 Lessons • Advanced In this course on Understanding Strategic Supply Chain Cost Management, you’ll learn the basics of controlling and optimizing supply chain costs. Learn ways to manage costs for both domestic and global supply chains, explore different types of cost analysis, and develop effective cost management strategies to boost your organization's profitability.
Analyzing Costs in the Supply Chain 20m • 8 Lessons • Advanced In this course on Analyzing Costs in the Supply Chain, you’ll learn to identify, analyze, and manage costs throughout your supply chain. Discover how to use tools like cost-volume-profit analysis, total cost of ownership, and variance analysis to make cost-efficient decisions and implement benchmarking techniques for continuous improvement.
Eliminating Costs in the Supply Chain 23m • 8 Lessons • Advanced
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®)
In this course on Eliminating Costs in the Supply Chain, you’ll learn how to reduce supply chain costs through effective planning, procurement, and process optimization. Learn ways to minimize your inventory holding costs and overcome common barriers to maintain quality service while maximizing efficiency.
Introduction to Strategic Supply Chain Cost Management and AI 19m • 8 Lessons • Intermediate In this Introduction to Strategic Supply Chain Cost Management and AI course, you’ll learn how businesses manage supply chain costs and keep quality high. We’ll explore cost-saving strategies, see how AI helps improve logistics, and discover how smart technology reduces risks and improves decision-making.
Uses of AI in Strategic Supply Chain Management 24m • 9 Lessons • Intermediate
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®)
In this course on Uses of AI in Strategic Supply Chain Management, you’ll learn how AI improves forecasting, logistics, and risk management. We’ll explore how businesses use AI to reduce costs, speed up deliveries, and prevent shortages—and how you can apply these strategies in real-world operations.
Integrating AI Into Strategic Supply Chain Management 19m • 7 Lessons • Intermediate
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®)
In this course on Integrating AI Into Strategic Supply Chain Management, you’ll learn how to use AI in your supply chain management processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and make smarter decisions. We’ll explore AI-driven forecasting, automation, IoT integration, and responsible AI use.
The Fundamentals of Purchasing 19m • 7 Lessons • Intermediate In this course on The Fundamentals of Purchasing, you will learn about the importance of an efficient purchasing process, the role of purchasing managers, and strategies to ensure quality assurance and mitigate risks. With this knowledge, you’ll be able to improve your company's operations and drive profitability.
Working With Suppliers 23m • 8 Lessons • Intermediate In this course on Working With Suppliers, you will learn how to evaluate and select suppliers, develop strong partnerships, and manage global sourcing and compliance. Discover how to operate legally and ethically while sustaining positive relationships that drive your company's success.
Considering the Costs as a Purchasing Manager 17m • 6 Lessons • Intermediate In this course on Considering the Costs as a Purchasing Manager, you will learn how to use cost analysis to make informed purchasing decisions, create effective budgets, negotiate favorable terms with suppliers, and assess the risks and benefits of outsourcing. This course will help you improve your financial decision-making and drive sustainable business practices.
Procurement and Supplier Management Overview 18m • 6 Lessons • Intermediate
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In KnowledgeCity’s course, Procurement and Supplier Management Overview, you’ll learn the definition and benefits of procurement and supplier management. You’ll explore supplier lifecycle management, including selecting a supplier, monitoring performance, defining supplier classification systems, and developing partnerships and alliances. You’ll also learn how to conduct a supply chain cost analysis, as well as how to develop and communicate a supplier strategy to the organization.
Monitoring Supplier Performance and Quality 21m • 6 Lessons • Intermediate
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In KnowledgeCity’s course, Monitoring Supplier Performance and Quality, you’ll learn how to monitor supplier performance and analyze performance data. You’ll review how to use various tools to evaluate the root cause of a problem. You’ll learn how to identify the stages of a quality audit and the various types that exist. You’ll also compare various tools to analyze training needs and gaps in quality.
Improving Supplier Performance and Quality 15m • 5 Lessons • Intermediate
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In KnowledgeCity’s course, Improving Supplier Performance and Quality, you’ll learn how to apply lean principles to increase performance. You’ll review how to implement CAPA using failure mode and effects analysis, process control plan, and statistical process control. You’ll also learn about process improvement tools and how to use each one.
Supplier Relationship Management 18m • 6 Lessons • Intermediate
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In this course, Supplier Relationship Management, you’ll learn what a supplier relationship management system is and why it’s important in procurement. You’ll review the process of onboarding suppliers and why it’s important to share the mission and vision of the buying organization. You’ll learn how to develop a contract that includes the terms and conditions of the supplier relationship. You’ll also explore communication techniques between buyers and suppliers.
Supply Chain Exploitation and Vulnerabilities 13m • 5 Lessons • Essential
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
This Safeguarding Your Supply Chain from Exploitation course thoroughly examines supply chain exploitation, covering the tactics used by malicious actors and the severe consequences for businesses that fail to protect their networks. Cyberattacks, counterfeit products, and data breaches can lead to financial loss, brand damage, and safety risks. By the end of this course, you’ll have the tools to strengthen your supply chain’s security and resilience.
Preventing Supply Chain Exploitation 12m • 5 Lessons • Essential
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
This Preventing Supply Chain Exploitation course explores the critical aspects of understanding, assessing, and mitigating risks within your supply chain. We’ll examine real-world examples to gain insights into the severe operational, financial, and reputational damages arising from unaddressed supply chain vulnerabilities. By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the tools to fortify your supply chain and ensure your business's long-term success.
Responding to a Supply Chain Attack 11m • 5 Lessons • Essential
Approved by
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In this Responding to a Supply Chain Attack course, you’ll learn to build and implement incident response strategies tailored to the complex nature of these attacks. Explore how to create effective incident response strategies and implement damage mitigation and recovery processes. Real-world scenarios and case studies provide practical insights into managing and recovering from supply chain attacks, ensuring your business's resilience.
Distribution Center Fundamentals 11m • 5 Lessons • Beginner
Approved by
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In this course on Distribution Center Fundamentals, we will explore the primary purpose of a distribution center and describe the process of receiving, storing, and shipping goods. We will look at the distribution center's role in the three nodes of the supply chain: supplier, manufacturer, and customer. We’ll also describe different distribution center workers and their responsibilities.
Distribution Center Processes 12m • 5 Lessons • Beginner
Approved by
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In this course on Distribution Center Processes, we’ll describe how distribution centers receive goods and who sends those goods to them. We explore how distribution centers store and organize goods, including different methods of tracking inventory and some basic automation principles. We’ll also look at how goods get shipped and the benefits and drawbacks of using different modes of transportation, including land, sea, and air.
Safety, Security, and Sustainability for Distribution Centers 13m • 5 Lessons • Beginner
Approved by
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In this course on Safety, Security, and Sustainability for Distribution Centers, we’ll cover best practices for workplace safety in distribution centers. You’ll learn about common safety concerns, how they can occur, and how to avoid them. We’ll describe potential security risks for distribution centers and share best practices to keep them secure. We’ll also explain why sustainability in the supply chain is important, exploring the environmental risks that distribution centers can pose.
Transportation Management Leadership Concepts 21m • 6 Lessons • Advanced
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In Transportation Management Leadership Concepts, you will learn the basics of transportation management. You will explore the role of employee safety, government compliance, and environmental considerations in transportation. You’ll also learn about the cost-benefit ratio, review compliance audits and inspections, and compare challenges for organizations in promoting community welfare in transportation.
Overseeing Transportation Safety and Maintenance Management 19m • 6 Lessons • Advanced
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In Overseeing Transportation Safety and Maintenance Management, you will learn how leadership develops strategy and company policy for safety compliance for both employees and products in transportation. You’ll review how business leaders mitigate the environmental impacts of transportation. You’ll also learn about transportation risks and the technology used to improve them.
Overseeing Operations and Project Management for Transportation 19m • 6 Lessons • Advanced
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Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In Overseeing Operations and Project Management for Transportation, you will learn about the human resources aspects of managing transportation systems. You’ll review the role of transportation planning and project development for manufacturing and service provider organizations. You’ll also explore how electrification, vehicle automation, and other technologies impact the transportation industry.
Supply Chain Forecasting and Planning 41m • 9 Lessons • Intermediate
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In these lessons on Supply Chain Forecasting and Planning, you will learn the basics of supply chain planning. You will explore the role of forecasting and practice the exponential smoothing, adaptive smoothing, moving average, and regression analysis techniques. You’ll also take a deep dive into life cycle modeling in the supply chain.
Strategic Supply Chain Planning and Management 30m • 7 Lessons • Intermediate
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In Strategic Supply Chain Planning and Management, you will learn about network design, manufacturing and transportation strategies, and how to manage inventory. You’ll review manufacturing and planning control systems as well as what synchronized planning entails. You’ll also take a deep dive into demand planning essentials and the benefits of the sales and operations planning process.
Tactical Supply Chain Planning and Management 24m • 6 Lessons • Intermediate
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In Tactical Supply Chain Planning and Management, you will learn about the key aspects of the master production schedule, including the grid, steps in the scheduling process, and managing change. You’ll review the intricacies of material requirements planning, and why capacity management is important in the supply chain. You’ll also take a deep dive into how companies use closed-loop planning to manage the back-and-forth of their supply chain.
Operational Execution of Supply Chain Strategy 18m • 5 Lessons • Intermediate
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®) Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®)
In Operational Execution of Supply Chain Strategy, you will learn about the key differences in procurement and purchasing including current functions and trends as well as measurements for measuring performance. You’ll review the objectives, data requirements, and scheduling techniques of production activity control. You’ll also take a deep dive into how advanced planning and scheduling positively impacts the supply chain.
Supply Chain Sustainability 13m • 5 Lessons • Advanced In this Supply Chain Sustainability course, you will learn the definition of sustainability, identify the three main principles that govern the structure for business sustainability, and explore how the environmental factors related to sustainability, like climate, natural resources, and water, can affect the supply chain. You’ll also look at the impact of human rights and labor practices that influence sustainability.
The Impact of Sustainability on Supply Chains 21m • 6 Lessons • Advanced In our course, The Impact of Sustainability on Supply Chains, you will learn why sustainability is important for supply chain management and general business. You’ll review a list of the advantages of implementing sustainable practices and explore how to navigate through some potential disadvantages. You’ll also weigh the pros and cons to determine the scope of a supply chain sustainability initiative.
Implementing Sustainability Initiatives for Supply Chains 19m • 6 Lessons • Advanced In this Implementing Sustainability Initiatives for Supply Chains course, you will learn various strategies for improving sustainability related to environmental and human factors in the supply chain. You’ll gain an understanding of how to create a sustainability plan. In addition, you’ll explore potential risks of sustainability in the supply chain and how to mitigate them.
Introduction to Logistics 15m • 5 Lessons • Beginner In Introduction to Logistics, you will learn the definition of logistics and the importance of being efficient and effective. You will discuss the goals and objectives of logistics and explore the differences between inbound and outbound logistics. You’ll also take a deep dive into the roles and functions of logistics.
Supply Chain Logistics 18m • 6 Lessons • Beginner In Supply Chain Logistics, you will learn about the various methods of transportation and how to choose which one to use. You’ll review how to manage warehouses and inventory including designing a warehouse and determining the quantity of inventory needed. You’ll also take a deep dive into various design options and how to choose each one for an optimal network.
Logistics and Communication 15m • 5 Lessons • Beginner In Logistics and Communication, you will understand the need to communicate within the organization for logistics to operate successfully and how it cuts across various departmental boundaries. You’ll gain an understanding of how logistics can be used while developing a marketing strategy. You’ll also explore how to use logistics to manage and improve customer service, including how to measure customer satisfaction.
Introducing Inventory 15m • 5 Lessons • Beginner For any business, controlling and managing inventory assets is important for the company’s health. All inventory has a cost and provides a value to the organization. In these lessons, we’ll explore the legitimate reasons for holding inventory.
Introducing Inventory Management 12m • 5 Lessons • Beginner A company’s inventory assets must be both tracked and managed. In these lessons, we’ll explore these basic inventory-management concepts. You’ll also learn how inventory control, cycle counting, and inventory planning allow for strategic inventory optimization.
Uses of Inventory Management 12m • 5 Lessons • Beginner Inventory-management concepts do not operate in a vacuum. Companies must use them to improve their tracking of inventory assets. These lessons describe the flow of inventory through the supply chain and what cycle inventory is in relation to the supply chain.
Inventory Management Techniques 26m • 9 Lessons • Beginner In these lessons, we’ll discuss some advantages and disadvantages of just in time (JIT), as well as how the ABC analysis and cycle counting methodologies provide a method to track the inventory based on a prioritization scheme. 
Managing Supply Chains and Operations 27m • 6 Lessons • Intermediate In this course, you will learn the basic elements of supply chain and operations management and how these two processes are related. You’ll also learn how globalization impacts objectives and execution. By the end of this course, you will know how to align supply chain and operations management with the company’s objectives.
Basic SCOM Challenges 24m • 7 Lessons • Intermediate In this course, you will learn about value chains and value creation and how to assess your supply chain for value to gain a competitive advantage. You will also learn about the value stream mapping process and how it differs from supply chain mapping. You’ll apply problem-solving methodologies, like PDCA, to resolve issues within your supply chain. By the end of this course, you’ll have the knowledge to overcome challenges and build an effective SCOM strategy.
Supply Chain and Operations Manager Capabilities 36m • 7 Lessons • Intermediate This course explores the key responsibilities of supply chain and operations management personnel. It discusses key functions, including supplier sourcing, negotiations, and demand planning and supply planning.
Supply Chain Procurement Basics 11m • 4 Lessons • Intermediate What is procurement’s place in corporate strategy? How does it help when it comes to acquiring goods and services?
Supply Chain Integration Explained 12m • 5 Lessons • Intermediate What is supply chain integration? How does it involve the combining and overlapping of supply chain functions?
Supply Chain Reverse Logistics & Sustainability 10m • 4 Lessons • Intermediate How does reverse logistics deal with returning materials? What is involved in this process?
Forecasting Methods for Supply Chains 18m • 5 Lessons • Advanced
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®)
Forecasting is one method used by business professionals trying to read their company’s future by helping them anticipate future business needs. In this course, you will learn the definition of forecasting and its various categories. You’ll grasp the difference between qualitative and quantitative forecasting, and when it is best to use each. You’ll also acquire general forecasting principles and what to watch out for, like what random error is and ways inaccuracies can offset results.
Using Data and Technology Forecasting 8m • 4 Lessons • Advanced
Approved by
Project Management Institute (PMI®)
Forecasting is a method used by business leaders to anticipate the needs of their customers in order to ensure that they can meet demands. Forecasting is a complex concept with many approaches that can be used depending on the organization and what you want to predict. This course offers a deep dive into the many different types of forecasting and how each offers you a different glimpse into the future of your business and ways to analyze data to gain meaningful insights.
Supply Chain Logistics Basics 11m • 5 Lessons • Advanced How do items you need every day get to your local retailer and onto the shelves? The answer is supply chain and logistics. In this course you’ll acquire knowledge of the logistics of the supply chain, including the various transportation methods like multi-modal or intermodal transportation. You’ll discover the basics of distribution and how distribution centers can add value to the supply chain. Finally, you’ll learn about the role third-party and fourth-party logistics providers play.
Basics of a Supply Chain 8m • 3 Lessons • Beginner In today's world, competition isn't so much of business versus business, as it is supply chain versus supply chain. This module will provide you with the basics of what is involved with a supply chain.
Warehouse Operations 14m • 9 Lessons • Beginner Warehouses play crucial and complex roles in supply chains. This module will take you through the steps of how these storage facilities are utilized.
Suppliers and Purchasing 3m • 3 Lessons • Beginner There are a lot of factors involved in deciding on choosing a supplier. Same goes for deciding on the type of purchasing communication that best befits a certain situation. This module will give you a quick run-down of both.
Manufacturing 9m • 6 Lessons • Beginner In supply chains, manufacturing is responsible for the creation of a finished product. This module by Michael D. Ford will detail the finer points of the manufacturing process.
Fundamentals of Supply Chain Logistics 5m • 3 Lessons • Beginner The logistics of a supply chain dictate the movement of material in and out of a facility. This module will tell you how logistics work and what kinds of issues that supply chain managers may face.
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