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MITx: Supply Chain Analytics.

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Master and apply the core methodologies used in supply chain analysis and modeling, including statistics, regression, optimization and probability ​- part of the MITx Supply Chain Management MicroMasters Credential.

Supply Chain Analytics.
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Supply Chain Analytics.

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Supply chains are complex systems involving multiple businesses and organizations with different goals and objectives. Many different analytical methods and techniques are used by researchers and practitioners alike to better design and manage their supply chains. This business and management course introduces the primary methods and tools that you will encounter in your study and practice of supply chains. We focus on the application of these methods, not necessarily the theoretical underpinnings.

We will begin with an overview of introductory probability and decision analysis to ensure that students understand how uncertainty can be modeled. Next, we will move into basic statistics and regression. Finally, we will introduce optimization modeling from unconstrained to linear, non-linear, and mixed integer linear programming.

This is a hands-on course. Students will use spreadsheets extensively to apply these techniques and approaches in case studies drawn from actual supply chains.

SC0x is different from our other courses as it is self-paced and has a scheduled final exam. All material is made available during the second week, allowing learners to begin with any topic at their own convenience.

At a glance

  • Institution: MITx
  • Subject: Business & Management
  • Level: Introductory
  • Prerequisites:
    • Secondary school algebra and basic mathematics concepts
    • Passing knowledge of statistics and probability
  • Language: English
  • Video Transcript: English
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  • Associated skills:Mathematical Optimization, Supply Chain Analysis, Supply Chain Management, Statistics, Probability, Analytical Techniques, Supply Chain, Sales, Decision Analysis, Management, Spreadsheets

What you'll learn

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  • Basic analytical methods
  • How to apply basic probability models
  • Statistics in supply chains
  • Formulating and solving optimization models

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MITx MicroMasters Credential in Supply Chain Management

The MITx MicroMasters Credential in Supply Chain Management is specifically designed and administered by MIT's Center for Transportation & Logistics (CTL) to teach the critical skills needed to be successful in this exciting and growing field. In addition to being a standalone certificate demonstrating expertise in the field, students who complete all of the required courses and the final proctored exam will be qualified to apply to gain credit at MIT for the blended graduate master's degree program. In order to qualify for the MITx MicroMasters Credential in Supply Chain Management you need to earn a Verified Certificate in all of the required courses. When you register for a Verified Certificate you will also be granted access to additional practice problems, supplemental readings, and opportunities for increased interaction with the faculty and teaching staff.

To learn more about the MITx MicroMasters Credential in Supply Chain Management, please visit https://micromasters.mit.edu/scm/

Who can take this course?

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This course is part of Supply Chain Management MicroMasters Program

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