The Foundations course is a self-paced online program that includes:

  • 27 hours of education

  • Flashcards, video clips, and practice questions to help cultivate a more robust understanding of each topic

  • A comprehensive final exam

What is the Foundations of Supply Chain Management?

A user-friendly, self-paced and modernized learning experience makes the Foundations of Supply Chain Management program motivating, engaging and attainable for beginner to mid-career professionals.

Distribution and Logistics

Course Overview

Learn why distribution channels are so important. Be able to describe different channel design models. Explain tradeoffs between different channel network designs, including customer response time, product variety, product availability and delivery time. Explore inventory management and its function in distribution and logistics. 

Course Format

Courses are delivered entirely online. Content includes readings, videos, and brain-boosting activities to help you retain your new knowledge. Learn on desktop, tablet or mobile — the interactive study tools are highly effective either way. You do not need to complete the full module in one sitting. Make progress in this course at your own pace. 27 hours (3 per module)

Included Modules:

  • Operations Management (PDL01)

  • Introduction to Distribution and Logistics (PDL02)

  • Channel Network Design (PDL03)

  • Distribution Inventory Management (PDL04)

  • Distribution Requirements Planning (PDL05)

  • Warehouse Management (PDL07)

  • Packaging and Materials Handling (PDL08)

  • Transportation Management (PDL09)

  • Transportation Operations (PDL10)