BUS 100 Getting to Know the Modern Value Chain

Fall and Spring Semesters

An introductory course on the concepts and principles of value chain management. This course focuses on the development of a supply chain strategy consistent with the overall business strategy and provides students with an overview of the concepts and activities (e.g. strategic sourcing, logistics, warehousing, sustainability, inventory management etc.) needed to manage both service and manufacturing operations. Special attention is given to the integration of supply chain management with other functional areas in an organization, such as, marketing, human resources, operations, information systems, finance, and accounting.

3 credit hours