Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

Logistics Excellence

1,828 already enrolled

Included with Coursera Plus

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.5

(17 reviews)

Advanced level

Recommended experience

14 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.5

(17 reviews)

Advanced level

Recommended experience

14 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

Details to know

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Assessments

11 assignments

Taught in English

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

Placeholder

Build your subject-matter expertise

This course is part of the Supply Chain Excellence Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
  • Learn new concepts from industry experts
  • Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
  • Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
  • Earn a shareable career certificate
Placeholder
Placeholder

Earn a career certificate

Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV

Share it on social media and in your performance review

Placeholder

There are 4 modules in this course

Logistics is the movement and storage of goods from the point of origin to the customer. You will learn about the different options that firms can use to move their products to their destinations. Most companies have to balance different delivery options for different situations and you will learn how to make those decisions. The module is made up of the following lessons: 1. Balancing Delivery Options, 2. Designing a Logistics Network, 3. Managing Logistics Relationships, and lastly, 4. the Core Logistics Elements Quiz

What's included

13 videos5 readings4 assignments3 discussion prompts

In this module, we will cover information flow related to logistics. Specifically, we will focus on warehouse management systems and transportation management systems as the key pieces to delivering products to customers.

What's included

6 videos4 readings4 assignments2 discussion prompts

In this module, we will cover the flow of funds coming into the company from the customer. What are one company's payables is another's receivables. We are looking at the perspective of the customer now. Specifically, we will cover customer financing and look at the other side of DPO extension.

What's included

6 videos4 readings3 assignments2 discussion prompts

Now that we have reached the end of this course, it is time to put all of your new knowledge to the test. Not only will you be able to analyze the logistics network of a company but you will also analyze a real-life business case and suggest improvements.

What's included

1 reading2 peer reviews

Instructor

Instructor ratings
4.2 (5 ratings)
Rudolf Leuschner, Ph.D.
Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
17 Courses350,300 learners

Recommended if you're interested in Leadership and Management

Why people choose Coursera for their career

Felipe M.
Learner since 2018
"To be able to take courses at my own pace and rhythm has been an amazing experience. I can learn whenever it fits my schedule and mood."
Jennifer J.
Learner since 2020
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
Larry W.
Learner since 2021
"When I need courses on topics that my university doesn't offer, Coursera is one of the best places to go."
Chaitanya A.
"Learning isn't just about being better at your job: it's so much more than that. Coursera allows me to learn without limits."

New to Leadership and Management? Start here.

Placeholder

Open new doors with Coursera Plus

Unlimited access to 7,000+ world-class courses, hands-on projects, and job-ready certificate programs - all included in your subscription

Advance your career with an online degree

Earn a degree from world-class universities - 100% online

Join over 3,400 global companies that choose Coursera for Business

Upskill your employees to excel in the digital economy

Frequently asked questions