University of San Francisco

In today's competitive global marketplace, employers are demanding a higher level of education from employees than ever before. Qualified business professionals and leaders are in high demand in virtually every industry around the globe, creating unprecedented career mobility and advancement potential. Get the in-depth knowledge and practical skills you need to capitalize on these opportunities with a master certificate from the University of San Francisco (USF).

The University of San Francisco is committed to becoming internationally recognized as a premier Jesuit Catholic, urban university with a global perspective and a mission of educating leaders who will fashion a more humane and just world. It was established in 1855 as the City of San Francisco's first institution of higher education and has grown to become the city's largest independent university campus, covering 55 acres on a hilltop near Golden Gate Park, where it overlooks downtown San Francisco and the Pacific Ocean.

Master Certificates

Whether you're an employee, an executive or an entrepreneur, these cutting-edge online programs will give you the tools you need to propel your company--and your career--to new heights of success.

Offered through USF's School of Business and Management, these interactive programs focus on today's hottest business disciplines, supply chain management, sales and sales management. You'll learn from accomplished, real-world experts with extensive experience in their fields, and benefit from the diverse perspectives of fellow classmates across the country and around the globe. Better yet, you'll be able to complete all coursework on your own schedule: no classroom attendance is ever required.

Master Certificate - Supply Chain Management - (Online)

Develop the multi-disciplinary awareness and practical techniques you need to excel in the complex and highly competitive world of supply chain management. In as little as eight weeks, you'll acquire new skills you can begin applying immediately on the job and a new credential that will help you advance further and faster in your career.

The Master Certificate in Supply Chain Management is made up of three 8-week certificate courses:

Certificate - Functional Perspective of Supply Chain Management (Online)

Whether you're just entering the field of supply chain management, preparing to transition into a new role or hoping to move into a senior-level position, your perspective is critical to your success. This course will enable you to see the world from a supply chain manager's view, and make key business decisions based on that perspective.

Learn about the following:

• Modern procurement and supply chain approaches
• Impacts of IT on supply chain strategy
• Effective sourcing strategies
• Lifecycle management and Lean Six Sigma tools
• Operational plans and master scheduling
• Components of a competitive logistics infrastructure
• Customer relationship management (CRM)
• Governmental and regulatory concerns in supply chain management

Certificate - Tactical Implementation of Supply Chain Management (Online)

Delving into detailed tactics and tools, this course teaches professionals how to apply, fine-tune and successfully implement key supply chain management concepts. By the end of the course, you will be fully versed in the procurement and operations aspects of supply chain management and well equipped to set up and run a supply chain in any industry.

Learn about the following:

• Supply chain cost-management strategies and inventory control techniques
• Techniques for planning and implementing business process outsourcing (BPO) initiatives
• Contract negotiation, preparation and administration
• Advanced planning systems (APS) and supply chain optimization
• Network supply chain design considerations

Certificate - Strategic Best Practices of Supply Chain Management (Online)

Create a strategic advantage for your company--and yourself--by analyzing best-in-class business practices and the key trends impacting the supply chain of the future. Detailed case studies impart insider tips on how to drive continuous improvement, while hands-on simulations illustrate the impact of your decisions throughout the product lifecycle.

Learn about the following:

• Advanced theory of supply chain management
• Ways to leverage Lean, Six Sigma and Lean Six Sigma strategies
• Tips for deploying supply chain management systems
• Evolution of demand-driven inventory management
• Supply chain structure/design trends, globalization impacts and technology
• Design and implementation of supplier development programs
• Target and Kaizen costing strategies

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