Learn to manage global supply networks and supplier performance across time zones.
Formerly SCMT.X405 - Managing Global Supply Chains.
The products that consumers use every day do not reach their local stores by accident. They are produced, assembled, and shipped from all over the world. Advanced modern technologies and pandemic-related changes have highlighted global interdependencies and challenges. Linear thinking of supply chain is out of date. The global supply chain is more and more a supply network.
In Managing Global Supply Chains, you'll learn how a product reaches its final destination and how the latest industry trends impact global supply chain network management. We'll cover how to make the best global sourcing decisions, choose alternatives to delivering products to customers, and ensure international supplier performance despite time zones differences.
It is highly recommended that students take "Evolving Role of Supply Chain Manager" as the first course prior to taking this course.
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| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 08-08-2026 | 9:00am | 3:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 08-15-2026 | 9:00am | 3:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Sat, 08-22-2026 | 9:00am | 3:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop / tablet to each class meeting.
To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Required Tools and Materials:
Global Supply Chain Management by Tom Hult, David Closs, and David Frayer, McGrawhill, 2014, ISBN: 978-0-07-182742-3. Keeping the cost of the textbook in mind, Students may also be able to find it via online resources such as Amazon, AbeBooks, etc.
