With Logistics and Supply Chain Managementn

ST PAULS COLLEGE offers innovative add-on courses in logistics and supply chain management. The program is designed to bridge the gap between students and the dynamic demands of the industry.This program offers a comprehensive understanding of logistics and supply chain management principles, practices, and strategies. Students will learn to effectively manage the flow of goods, services, and information from the point of origin to the point of consumption. The curriculum covers key topics such as transportation management, inventory control, procurement, warehousing, distribution, and strategic supply chain planning. Through case studies, simulations, and real-world projects, students will develop the analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills required for successful careers in logistics and supply chain management.

Learning Modules

Module-1

Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Overview of logistics and supply chain concepts, Importance of logistics in business operations, Evolution and trends in supply chain management

Module-2

Transportation Management, Modes of transportation (road, rail, air, sea), Route optimization and logistics network design, Freight forwarding and logistics service providers

Module-3

Inventory Management, Inventory control techniques (ABC analysis, EOQ, safety stock), Inventory forecasting and demand planning, Just-in-Time (JIT) and Lean inventory principles

Module-4

Procurement and Supplier Management, Strategic sourcing and supplier selection, Contract negotiation and supplier relationship management, Supplier performance measurement and improvement

Module-5

Warehousing and Distribution, Warehouse layout and design, Warehouse operations (receiving, storage, picking, packing, shipping), Distribution channels and logistics outsourcing

Module-6

Supply Chain Integration and Collaboration, Information sharing and collaboration in supply chains, Technologies for supply chain visibility and traceability, Collaborative planning, forecasting, and replenishment (CPFR)

Module-7

Strategic Supply Chain Planning, Supply chain risk management, Sustainability and green logistics initiatives, Global supply chain management and international trade