MBAL 5403 Supply Chain & Sustainable Operations
This course focuses on the concepts and methods used in the design and management of an
organization's operational and global supply chain processes. It covers the functional and strategic role of production, distribution, and information technology. Students will develop an understanding of the tools needed to design, assess and improve operations and supply chain management. Concepts of sustainability and corporate social responsibility, and frameworks of operational excellence, continuous quality improvement, Lean Six Sigma, and DMAIC are reviewed through current business practices to identify risks and opportunities for operations managers. Both manufacturing and service industries are emphasized. The course is delivered in Spanish and is available to students in the Online Master of Business Administration for Latin America program, a one-year intensive program available exclusively for working professionals in Latin America.