SCM 368 - STRAT PROCUREMENT & SOURCING

Institution:

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Description:

Purchasing and supply management are essential to a company to operate effectively and efficiently in today's global business environment. A company will not only select the suppliers and purchase materials from them; but also acquire the needed materials in the right amount, at the right time with the right quality levels. Meanwhile, the strategic close relationship will be required to ensure the uninterrupted flow of goods and services and to diminish the wastes throughout the supply chain in term of time and money. The objective of this course is to make students aware of the demands placed upon purchasing professionals-, and to understand the impact of purchasing on the competitive success and profitability of the firm. They must also have an understanding of legal and ethical considerations which affect purchasing decision-making.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.kutztown.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 683-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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