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Overview
In this Supply Chain Fundamentals - Warehousing Operations course at Georgia Institute of Technology you will review the physical, technological, process, and safety considerations of warehouse/distribution operations.
Additionally, you will learn about facility configuration, storage and handling techniques, metrics, customer service considerations, and the role of distribution operations in different industries.
Gain exposure to barcoding, picking and shipping processes, as well as storage and sorting systems for a well-rounded overview that can be applied to your organization.
How You Will Benefit
- Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the physical, technological, process, and safety considerations of warehouse/distribution operations.
- Explain facility configuration considerations, representative storage and handling techniques, performance metrics, customer service considerations, and the role of distribution operations in different industries.
- Discuss picking and shipping processes and material handling equipment.
- Describe the key operations that take place within a warehouse and how they relate to each other.
- Discover the different warehouse operating/ownership models.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- Warehouse and its function
- Putaway and restocking
- Picking and packing
- The shipping of goods
- Inventory control
- Labor performance management
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 12 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
- Semi-structured
- Continuous support with feedback on request
- Individual work/assignments (with online group discussions), Online group works/assignments
Campus Location
- Atlanta, United States
Disciplines
Supply Chain Management & Logistics View 47 other Short Courses in Supply Chain Management & Logistics in United StatesWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This course is designed for Receiving, Shipping, Putaway, Picking, and Packing Clerks, Operators, Analysts, Supervisors, and Warehouse, Terminal, Crossdock, and Distribution Center administrators, clerks, analysts, supervisors, and managers as well as learners seeking to enter these roles.
- Supply chain professionals from other domains will also benefit through gaining insights into warehousing operations.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents350 USD / year≈ 350 USD / year - Out-of-State350 USD / year≈ 350 USD / year
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Domestic
Applies to youIn-State350 USD / year≈ 350 USD / year
Funding
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