PSCDSSCM1004 - Supply Chain Analytics
This course introduces the fundamental models and tools within optimization that are useful in designing and managing supply chains. Offered in collaboration with Rice’s George R. Brown School of Engineering, this two-day course, which offers participants the opportunity to attend in person or online, is applicable to the Certificate of Completion in Supply Chain Analytics or the Certificate of Completion in Advanced Data Analytics.
Supply chains are complex systems involving multiple organizations with different goals and objectives. Many different analytical approaches are used in practice to better design and manage these supply chain ecosystems. In this course, focus on the application rather than the theoretical aspects. Emphasis will be on a variety of fundamental supply chain applications such as transportation, capacity allocation, production planning, network flow, vehicle routing, aggregate planning, sales and operations planning, and network design. Using Excel, gain hands-on experience in creating and solving optimal distribution, planning and logistics problems. The format of this course includes lectures and problem-solving sessions. Basic linear and integer programming experience is required.
Course Details
- Professionals or managers in manufacturing or operations based businesses
- Professionals or managers in high volume healthcare systems
- Professionals or managers in refineries and chemical processing plants
- Professionals or managers in oilfield services
- Professionals or managers in logistics, supply chain or scheduling
Basic Microsoft Excel capabilities are required for this offering.
In-Person or Online
This course is offered through the Glasscock School’s Zoom-powered classroom, which gives students the opportunity to attend in person at the Rice campus or to attend and participate online. From class to class, students can choose how they wish to participate.
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Advanced Decision Analytics Certificate Program : Advanced Decision Analytics
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