Supply Chain Management Online Program

An efficient, reliable, cost-effective and responsive supply chain is critical for a firm’s success in today’s volatile economy and competitive market environment — and can offer companies a significant advantage. 

Our self-paced Supply Chain Management course focuses on the flow of goods and services along with the lifecycle movement, storage and handling of raw materials, work-in-process inventory and finished goods. The course will cover flow from origin source to consumption, both within an organization and across the network of suppliers and customers. Over eight weeks, you will learn strategies and decision-making tools to optimize the integrated planning and execution of processes that facilitate the flow of materials, services, information and financial capital. 

Within each module, you’ll find a variety of lecture videos, readings and accompanying quizzes or reflection exercises, allowing you to check your understanding of the material. There will also be interactive activities allowing you to apply your learning using real-life scenarios or examples.

Program Information

Now Available On-Demand

Eight-week course; 3-5 hours of self-paced learning per week

Tuition: $950.00

Why Rice Business Executive Education

• World-Renowned Faculty: Learn from expert, award-winning business school faculty who are leaders in their fields.
• Experiential Learning: Gain practical insights through real-world applications, faculty consulting experience, and collaboration with peers.
• Alumni Benefits: Participants receive access to future events, including executive speakers and conferences.

Who Should Attend

• Individual contributors preparing for supply chain or operations leadership roles.
• Managers across procurement, logistics, operations and manufacturing who want to strengthen supply chain expertise.

Outcome

After completing this course, participants will be able to: 

• Explain how supply chain complexity influences operational and business outcomes.
• Evaluate the impact of supply chain performance on organizational efficiency, cost management, and competitiveness.
• Assess supply chain cost drivers and identify opportunities for improved coordination and integration across supply chain functions.
• Diagnose potential supply chain risks and propose strategies to reduce supply and operational exposure.