In this program you will learn how to apply lean principles to the global supply chain. Participants who pass an examination at the end of this online course will receive the Lean Supply Chain certificate. This is an online self-paced course with open enrollment. 

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This course is part of the Lean Enterprise Certificate Program.  Learn more about IIE certificate programs and how you can save by paying in advance for all of the courses included in a program.  

Overview:

This self-paced online seminar may be started any time and must be completed within one year, giving you the flexibility to complete the material on a schedule that is convenient for you. There is an online examination at the end of the course. Access to an instuctor who can answer your questions  is available at any time via e-mail.

Topic Highlights:

What You Will Learn:

• Describe the various types of supply chains
• Examine best practices of supply chain management
• Identify elements of a supply chain
• Explain the role of a supply chain

Course Content

• The Value and Competitive Advantage of Better Supply Chain Operations
• Critical Supply Chain 
  - Processes 
  - Practices 
  - Systems
• The Impact of Information Systems and the Internet
• The Impact of Supply Chain Facility Infrastructure
• Lean Supply Chain
  - Value
  - Value Stream
  - Waste
• Lean Tools Applied to the Supply Chain
  - Supply Chain Improvement Tactics
     - What They Are
     - Where to Apply Them
• Examples Of Leading-edge Supply Chain Improvements
• Exam
  

Corporate Training

This course is available as a corporate training program and can be customized to meet your company’s needs. For more information, contact IIE Director of Continuing Education and Program Development Larry Aft, P.E., (770) 349-1130.

Class cancellation:  IIE reserves the right to cancel a class up to 15 business days prior to the scheduled start date.