Supply Chain Management: Theories, Models & Strategy

Explore SCM theories, SCOR, lean, agile, and resilient frameworks to design sustainable, efficient supply chains.

What you'll learn

Explain the components and objectives of end-to-end supply chain processes to deliver value and competitive advantage.

Apply the SCOR model's Plan, Source, Make, Deliver, and Return processes for performance benchmarking and continuous improvement.

Analyze demand variability and mitigate the bullwhip effect through forecasting enhancements and order management strategies.

Implement lean, agile, and resilient supply chain principles to optimize efficiency, responsiveness, and risk management.

Requirements

Basic understanding of business operations, familiarity with Excel or Google Sheets, and access to a computer with internet connection.

Description

Join this comprehensive course on Supply Chain Management and dive into fundamental theories, essential models, and strategic design principles that underpin effective, resilient supply chains. In this course, you will:- Explore the foundational definitions, objectives, and components of supply chains across industries.- Master the SCOR model's Plan, Source, Make, Deliver, and Return processes to benchmark and optimize performance.- Investigate demand variability, the bullwhip effect, and strategies to enhance forecasting accuracy and minimize supply chain disruptions.- Apply lean, agile, and resilient frameworks to eliminate waste, accelerate response to market changes, and maintain operations under volatility.- Develop advanced network designs using inventory models, facility location methods, and transportation optimization to balance cost, service levels, and responsiveness.- Leverage digital technologies such as IoT, AI, blockchain, and automation to drive transparency, predictive analytics, and innovation in your supply chain.- Embed sustainability and green practices like circular economy principles, eco-design, and reverse logistics to build environmentally responsible supply chains.- Formulate risk management strategies, including contingency planning, dual sourcing, and resilience frameworks to safeguard against disruptions.- Collaborate effectively through CPFR methodologies to synchronize planning and inventory across partners, improving communication and reducing inefficiencies.- Stay ahead of emerging trends, from autonomous logistics and 3D printing to risk-aware AI, and prepare for the future of strategic supply chain design.Whether you are a supply chain professional seeking to deepen your expertise, a manager looking to implement best practices, or a student aiming to build a solid foundation in supply chain principles, this course offers structured, actionable content. Through a blend of theoretical insights, practical case studies, and hands-on modeling exercises, you will gain the skills to design, analyze, and optimize supply chains for competitive advantage.By the end of this course, you will be able to articulate core supply chain concepts, apply quantitative models for inventory and network design, and implement strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management techniques. You will also benchmark performance using KPIs like cycle time, fill rate, and cash-to-cash cycle, and use cost optimization trade-offs to make informed decisions. Our step-by-step approach ensures you can immediately apply your new skills to real-world challenges and drive measurable improvements in efficiency, sustainability, and resilience.Get ready to transform your understanding of supply chain management and equip yourself with the tools to lead strategic initiatives in any industry. This course is packed with real-world examples and best practices to accelerate your learning. Enroll now and start your journey toward mastering the core theories, models, and strategic design of modern supply chains.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Hello

Section 2: Core Theories of Supply Chain Management

Lecture 2 Foundations of Supply Chain Management

Lecture 3 Lesson 2.2 Value Chain and Competitive Advantage

Lecture 4 Lesson 2.3 The SCOR Model

Lecture 5 Lesson 2.4 Bullwhip Effect and Demand Variability

Lecture 6 Lesson 2.5 Lean Supply Chain Theory

Lecture 7 Lesson 2.6 Agile and Responsive Supply Chains

Lecture 8 Lesson 2.7 Resilient Supply Chain Theory

Lecture 9 Lesson 2.8 Triple-A Supply Chain Framework

Section 3: Supply Chain Models and Techniques

Lecture 10 Inventory Management Models

Lecture 11 Demand Forecasting Techniques

Lecture 12 Transportation and Logistics Models

Lecture 13 Facility Location and Network Design

Lecture 14 Procurement and Sourcing Strategies

Lecture 15 Capacity Planning Models

Lecture 16 Performance Measurement and KPIs

Lecture 17 Cost Optimization and Trade-offs

Section 4: Strategic Design of Supply Chains

Lecture 18 Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Relationship Management

Lecture 19 Supply Chain Segmentation and Tailored Strategies

Lecture 20 Digital Supply Chain and Industry 4.0

Lecture 21 Sustainable and Green Supply Chains

Lecture 22 Risk Management and Resilience Strategies

Lecture 23 Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR)

Lecture 24 Emerging Trends and Future Directions in Supply Chain

Section 5: Summary and Next Steps

Lecture 25 Conclusions and Next Steps

Professionals, managers, and students seeking to master core theories, models, and strategic design principles of supply chain management to enhance efficiency, resilience, and competitive advantage.