SCM 3700 - Purchasing & Strategic Source

Institution:

Weber State University

Subject:

Supply Chain Management

Description:

This course provides students an introduction to the supply management discipline, focusing on the development of category management skills and the purchasing process. Companies have always sourced a large percent of their COGS--up to 50-80%. However, today's emphasis on core competencies and increased use of outsourcing makes sourcing even more strategic. Sourcing managers are responsible for managing supplier capacity and capabilities. The course emphasizes costing and relationship management tools. This course builds the foundation for students to pass the Certified Profession in Supply Management (CPSM) exam.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

SCM 3050

Corequisites:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.weber.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 626-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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