This course provides the students with the knowledge and skills to delve into effective inventory management strategies within complex supply chains. Topics include the role of safety inventory in risk mitigation, impact of supply uncertainty, multi-echelon management strategies, various inventory control methods, lean practices for efficiency, and accurate inventory auditing techniques.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Inventory Management in Supply Chains The role of safety inventory in a supply chain The impact of supply uncertainty on safety inventory The impact of aggregation on safety inventory Managing safety inventory in a multi-echelon supply chain Inventory control methods (e.g., FIFO, LIFO) Lean Inventory Practices Inventory Auditing and Accuracy Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) Inventory Control Models Supplier Relationship Management KPIs for inventory control Inventory management technology (Inventory management software, IoT in inventory management, etc.)
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42664 |
January 5, 2026 to April 17, 2026 |
Lecture Lab |
VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.