SCM 320Transport Systems
Strategic role of freight transportation systems and services in supply chain networks. Not available to baccalaureate business students in Smeal. SCM 320 Transport Systems (3) SCM 320 develops an understanding of the strategic role of freight transportation systems in supply chain networks. Emphasis is given to the components of transportation systems, including their technological features, operational processes, and cost conditions, the buyer-seller channels for acquiring transportation services, and the strategic and tactical alternatives for transport procurement. Instruction is based on problem-based learning pedagogy.
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Where it sits in degree plans
Suggested plans most often put it in Year 3 · Fall (1 program).
Required in (1)
- Supply Chain Management, Certificate
One of the options in (4)
- Project and Supply Chain Management, B.S. (Abington)
- Project and Supply Chain Management, B.S. (Behrend)
- Project and Supply Chain Management, B.S. (Capital)
- Project and Supply Chain Management, B.S. (University College)