Distribution and logistics professionals are tasked with solving complex challenges related to timing, location, delivery, and service levels—critical factors for maintaining a competitive edge.

This course introduces the essential concepts and strategies needed to design and implement an effective distribution and logistics system.

This self-paced course empowers learners to understand on why distribution channels are so important. Be able to describe different channel design models.

Explain tradeoffs between different channel network designs, including customer response time, product variety, product availability and delivery time. Explore inventory management and its function in distribution and logistics.

Self-Paced E-learning

End of Course Quiz Assessment

This course is ideal for beginner to mid-career professionals in supply chain management who are looking to develop their knowledge and skills in supply chain practices.

27 Hours

180 Days, Self-Paced E-learning

By the end of this course, you will have a solid understanding of Inventory Management:

• Operations Management (PDL01)
• Introduction to Distribution and Logistics (PDL02)
• Channel Network Design (PDL03)
• Distribution Inventory Management (PDL04)
• Distribution Requirements Planning (PDL05)
• Warehouse Management (PDL07)
• Packaging and Materials Handling (PDL08)
• Transportation Management (PDL09)
• Transportation Operations (PDL10)

SMF Centre for Corporate Learning in Partnership with Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)