Define supply chain management and the role of logistics in supply chain management.

Develop an understanding of how to view an organization through the perspective of  supply chain or process or product flow (rather than as a series of  departments).

Develop an understanding of strategic sourcing and business process improvement.

Develop an understanding of how to create value in the supply chain (e.g., logistics,  design, procurement, manufacturing, customer service, customer retention,  asset management, packaging, and transportation).

Develop an understanding of project management activities and how they complement  supply chain management.

Develop an understanding of project management components and challenges from a  global perspective.

Develop an understanding of project management tools (e.g., GANTT Chart and PERT  Chart).