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Syllabi Fall 2010 This information is not final yet. Final Syllabi will be available in the first class or online when class opens |
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AD680
Global
Services and Supply
Chain Strategy |
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Syllabus MET AD680 Global Service Sector and Supply Chain StrategyThis course provides an overview of the service and supply chain management sectors. Both sectors involve increasing globalization and innovation, while dealing with increased competition, differentiation of consumer preferences, and the interactions of multiple firms. The economies of most industrialized nations are dominated by the service sector, and the management challenges include measuring its performance while constantly changing and innovating. Supply chain management is a critical component of global strategy, and the course covers methods, such as inventory control, and global strategies for on-shore and off-shore manufacturing. This class uses both quantitative and qualitative tools to help manage this complex environment. 4 cr. Introduction This course provides an overview of the dynamic field of supply chain management: the entire flow of information, materials and services from raw materials through suppliers, operations, factories, warehouses, and distributors to the end customers. Competitive strategy involves getting the right products to the consumers (i.e., the marketplace) at the right quality, at the right price, and in the right quantities.
While
supply
chains have existed from the beginning of time, the fierce
competition
in today’s global markets, along with shorter and shorter
product life cycles
have forced business enterprises to invest in and focus attention on
their
supply chains. Advances in technology are also driving improvements in
supply
chains, e.g., offshore supply, transportation alternatives such as
overnight
delivery, instantaneous communication of the status of shipments, and
sophisticated information technology systems.
The schedule and dates are correct. I am still working on the order of topics, and there are still some topics to be added.
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complete formal syllabus for AD680 is available here. |
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MG415
Project
Management |
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Syllabus Overview Introduction This course provides a systematic and thorough introduction to all aspects of project management. Projects are an increasingly important aspect of modern business, so we begin with the relation between projects and the strategic goals of the organization. The course provides the technical, cultural, and interpersonal skills necessary to successfully manage projects from start to finish. The course emphasizes that project management is a professional discipline with its own tools, body of knowledge, and skills. Concepts are reinforced by case studies covering a wide variety of project types and industries. The course covers both the managerial and technical skills required to plan projects, acquire the necessary resources, and lead project teams to successful completion. Topics include the strategic role of projects in contemporary organizations; organizational cultures, structures and managerial styles; technical management tools (WBS, network diagrams, estimating times and costs, risks, and earned value); dealing with customers, vendors, and subcontractors; leadership; and managing teams. The schedule is shown below:
The complete formal syllabus for MG415 is available here. The Administrative Sciences Department policies and standards that apply to all courses are available here. |
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AD642
OL & AD642 XP Project
Management Online
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Syllabus Overview Course Overview This course provides a systematic and thorough introduction to all aspects of project management. Projects are an increasingly important aspect of modern business, so we begin with the relation between projects and the strategic goals of the organization. The course provides the technical, cultural, and interpersonal skills necessary to successfully manage projects from start to finish. The course emphasizes that project management is a professional discipline with its own tools, body of knowledge, and skills. Concepts are reinforced by case studies covering a wide variety of project types and industries. The
course covers both the
managerial and technical skills required to plan projects, acquire the
necessary resources, and lead project teams to successful completion.
Topics
include the strategic role of projects in contemporary organizations;
organizational cultures, structures and managerial styles; technical
management
tools (WBS, network diagrams, estimating times and costs,risks, and
earned value); dealing with
customers, vendors, and subcontractors; leadership; and managing teams. Course Description from Catalog An examination of project management concepts, including organizational forms, planning and control techniques, and the role of the project manager. Develops the skills vital to effective management of multidisciplinary tasks through lectures, case studies, and business simulations. (4 cr.)
The chapter references above include the topic. That is, they give you the place to find the topic. For example, Week 2: WBS. PMBOK Chapter 5 contains more material than just the WBS, it contains a lot about the scope too. The
following chapters make up the
content of the course (which means that any topic from the following
chapters
can be on the exam): K&W: Everything except Chapter 11 (Quality) PMBOK:
Everything
except
Chapters 8 (Quality), 9 (HR), 10 (Communications), and 12
(Procurement).
The
complete formal syllabus for AD642 is available here.
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