Distribution and Transportation Module

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Through this course, students will be able to distinguish various transportation trends, such as technological advancements, environmental impacts, and geopolitical factors, and learn how they affect the supply chain industry. Additionally, the course covers essential topics such as costing and pricing, transportation risk management, and the technicalities of different modes of transportation, including airlines, railways, and waterways.

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About This Program

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to analyze transportation trends and their impact on the supply chain industry, assess the cost and risk factors associated with transportation, and identify the most suitable transportation modes for their specific business needs. With this knowledge, they will be better equipped to tackle supply chain challenges related to distribution and transportation, making them valuable assets to any organization operating in the global marketplace.

Program Objectives:

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of distribution and transportation in the supply chain industry. By the end of the course, students will be able to analyze transportation trends, assess transportation costs and risks, and identify the most suitable transportation modes for their business needs. They will also gain skills in transportation risk management, costing and pricing, and technicalities of different modes of transportation, including airlines, railways, and waterways. Ultimately, this course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to overcome supply chain challenges related to distribution and transportation, making them valuable assets to any organization operating in the global marketplace.

Grading:

  • 30% Homework – Review each chapter covered.
  • 30% Quizzes – These will test your comprehension of the course material.
  • 40% Final Exams – One exam following the course.
Average Duration

4 weeks at 20 hours per week.

Language

All courses are taught in English.

Global Applications

Apply your new knowledge and skills around the World.

Textbook Included

World-class textbooks are available with no extra cost.

Earn Credits

Module credits can be put towards a future Diploma program.

Program Textbook

Transportation: A Global Supply Chain Perspective

Equips you with a solid understanding of what is arguably the most critical and complex component of global supply chains. Learn the fundamental role and importance of transportation in companies and society as you study the complex environment of transportation service. Get an overview of the operating and service characteristics, cost structure, and challenges providers of transportation face. Highlights include critical transportation management issues with insights into the strategic activities and challenges in the movement of goods through the supply chain.

Author:

Robert A. Novack: Currently an Associate Professor of Business Logistics in the Department of Business Logistics at Penn State. From 1979 to 1981.  He is the co-author of two and has published numerous articles in the Journal of Business Logistics and the Transportation Journal, among others. 

Build Job-ready Skills To Succeed Globally

Take advantage of an increasing job market inside and outside your country.

160,789*

Job Postings

₹14 LPA

Average salary

Job Opportunities

Supply Chain Manager
Logistics Manager
Operations Manager
Procurement Manager
Inventory Manager
18.5 LPA
12.5 LPA
15 LPA
15.5 LPA
9 LPA

Sources

These statistics are from naukri.com
from February, 2023 and may not represent
current employment numbers.

3,111*

Job Postings

1,030,000 Piso*

Average salary

Job Opportunities

Supply Chain Manager
Logistics Manager
Operations Manager
Procurement Manager
Inventory Manager
1,337,000 Piso
976,000 Piso
1,112,000 Piso
1,165,000 Piso
561,000 Piso

Sources

These statistics are from indeed.com
from February, 2023 and may not represent
current employment numbers.

4,944*

Job Postings

$90,000 CAD*

Average salary

Job Opportunities

Supply Chain Manager
Logistics Manager
Operations Manager
Procurement Manager
Inventory Manager
CAD 103,000
CAD 88,000
CAD 92,000
CAD 95,000
CAD 73,000

Sources

These statistics are from indeed.com
from February, 2023 and may not represent
current employment numbers.

Skills You Will Gain

  • Networking

  • Scheduling

  • Analytics

  • Communication

  • Writing

  • Negotiation

  • Management

  • Delegation

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Distribution and Transportation Module

$352.00

All Taxes and Fees Included

Exclusive Benefits of a Sundance College Module

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Recognized Canadian Education
By completing this course, you will earn recognized Canadian educational credentials in this subject. Canadian post-secondary institutions are considered some of the best and most affordable academic institutions in the world.

Priority Support
All Sundance College students have access to priority technical support with regards to their online learning. 

Credits Transfer to all Sundance Colleges within Canada
All module credits are transferable. They may be used to complete all applicable Sundance College Diploma Programs.

Shareable Certificate upon completion
You can share your module on your LinkedIn profile, on printed resumes, CVs, or other documents.

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Everything depends on your experience, location, industry, and the job market itself. According to data from PayScale, the average salary for supply chain management professionals in Canada is approximately CAD 68,000 per year. Entry level positions in supply chain management start at an average of CAD 44,000 per year, while more senior positions such as supply chain director can earn an average of CAD 128,000 per year or more.

Yes, the job market for supply chain management careers is currently strong and expected to continue growing in the coming years.

In Canada, the Conference Board of Canada predicts that the demand for supply chain and logistics professionals will continue to grow due to factors such as globalization and e-commerce.

Furthermore, supply chain management is a diverse field with opportunities in various industries such as manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and technology, among others. As such, professionals with skills and experience in supply chain management are likely to find job opportunities in a range of different settings.

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