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Apr 29, 2024
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MNGT 450 Operations and Logistics for Managers (5 credits)
Prerequisite At least a junior standing in a baccalaureate program, college-level Math with 2.0 grade or better.
Course Description
This course surveys the fundamentals of the movement, storage, and management of goods. It integrates strategic leadership, project management, financial management concepts, and analytical tools for decision-making purposes.
Course Content
A. Systems Theory
B. Ethics and Law
C. Economics
D. Customer Segmentation
E. Purchasing and Supply Chain
F. Operations and Logistics
G. Continuous Quality Improvement
H. Control Systems
I. Quantitative Analytics
J. Outsourcing Models & Processes
K. Customer Segmentation
Student Outcomes
1. Using systems theory, explain the role of operations and logistics for an organization.
2. Identify and resolve ethical dilemmas that might occur in operations and logistics.
3. Apply tools and techniques to plan, execute, and improve the supply chain.
4. Analyze the manufacturing operations of a firm and their effect on managerial decision-making.
5. Using systems theory, apply quality management tools for process improvement.
6. Apply logistics and purchasing concepts to improve supply chain operations.
7. Explain and analyze control systems used in operations management in various contexts.
8. Apply mathematical concepts and analytical tools to calculate metrics for efficient operations and supply chain management.
9. Apply quantitative and qualitative methods to solve typical make/buy and outsourcing problems.
Degree Outcomes
A. 21st Century Competencies – Mastery on the four Cs :
1. Communication - Effectively communicate within groups, across organizational levels, and with diverse stakeholders. Actively listen and apply appropriate inter- and intrapersonal skills to effectively interact across perspectives and contexts.
2. Collaboration and Teamwork - Work responsibly, respectfully, and inclusively within and across diverse groups/teams to achieve common goals.
3. Critical Thinking - Use systems theory to understand and analyze trends and organizational problems as well as to construct and evaluate evidence-based solution options.
B. Core Business Competencies: Economics, operations, marketing, accounting/finance, ethics/legal
1. Strategic Thinking – Use quantitative and qualitative business principles to analyze and solve business problems in order to meet organizational goals.
D. Self-Management and Professional Development: General management, professionalism
1. Apply effective time management, delegation, and organization principles to meet personal and organizational goals.
2. Apply inclusive problem-solving, decision-making, and negotiation practices to promote professional and organizational success in diverse settings.
Information Competency: Graduates will be able to seek, find, evaluate and use information and employ information technology to engage in lifelong learning.
Lecture Contact Hours 50
Lab Contact Hours 0
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 50
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