Integrated Logistics is a senior-level course designed to show how strategic integration strengthens logistics performance in modern, sustainable organizations. Throughout the course, you’ll explore how to build efficient, connected logistics systems by aligning every activity involved in the cost-effective, uninterrupted flow of materials and information—from origin to final customer.
You’ll learn to design and redesign responsive, fully integrated systems that operate seamlessly across cross-functional supply chain environments. By the course end, you’re equipped to deliver maximum value to stakeholders while reducing your organization’s exposure to service disruptions and operational risk.
This micro-credential is a component of the Professional Certificate Logistics and Supply Chain Management and can be used towards earning CCLP designation.
Program Information
What you’ll learn and do in Integrated Logistics:
- Integrate end-to-end logistics systems by aligning key internal and external functions such as production planning, procurement, materials management, quality control, inventory control, warehousing, data exchange, finance, transportation, and customer service.
- Develop supply chain performance metrics that help you evaluate the financial impact of logistics strategies on profitability, return on investment, and core financial statements.
- Apply a range of inventory management approaches—including Just in Time, Material Requirements Planning, and Distribution Resource Planning—while making decisions using Total Cost of Ownership and Economic Order Quantity principles.
- Allocate physical and financial resources to the areas of the organization that best support the effectiveness and resilience of the overall logistics system.
- Identify legal, ethical, and human resource considerations that influence logistics and supply chain decisions.
- Create micro and macro value chains that enhance organizational performance and stakeholder value.
INTEGRATED LOGISTICS FOR:
- Logistics Coordinators and Managers
- Trade Development Managers
- Market Development Managers
- Warehouse Managers
- Supply Chain Analysts
- Purchasing Managers
- Transportation Planners
- Transportation Account Managers
- Freight Forwarders
- Customs Brokers
- Operations Managers
- Business Development Managers
- Trade Compliance Specialists
- Inventory Specialists
- Third Party Logistics Providers
- Aspiring Leaders
Module 1:
Introduction to Logistics in the Supply Chain
Module 2:
Global Dimensions of Supply Chains
Module 3:
Role of Logistics in the Supply Chain
Module 4:
Distribution and Omni Channel Design
Module 5:
Sourcing Materials and Services
Module 6:
Demand Management
Module 7:
Order Management and Customer Service
Module 8:
Managing Inventories in the Supply Chain
Module 9:
Distribution: Managing Fulfilment Operations
Module 10:
Operations: Producing Goods and Services
Module 11:
Strategic Challenges and Change
How to Access the CITT eBook
To purchase the course text: Supply Chain Management: A Logistics Perspective (12 Edition), visit Cengage for an e-text or a hard copy.
A fully asynchronous online course does not require real-time communications. Asynchronous online courses do not have the required on-campus components, including assessments. The course will have a set start and finish date and set due dates for assignments and assessments. Please see the registration page for more details.
Prerequisites
- No prerequisites are required to take this course.
Technology Requirements
For in-person and online studies:
- Laptop: Minimum Windows 10 or equivalent operating system. Recommended 8GB of RAM and at least 16 GB of free hard disk space and Wi-Fi capabilities.
Online studies only:
- Access to reliable high-speed broadband internet access (Cable, DSL, LTE) with a minimum bandwidth of 15 Mbps is recommended.
- Laptop must include integrated webcam and microphone.
To earn the Professional Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain management you will need to successfully complete all required components. Your progress will be continuously evaluated using a variety of formative and/or summative assessments to receive a final mark. Information about these assessment methods will be provided in the Learning Management System on the first day of the program.
IMPORTANT: For those who are pursuing the CCLP® (CITT-Certified Logistics Professional) designation, upon successful completion of your Brock course, you will be required to complete an exam through CITT Canada’s Logistics Association. Details about the exam will be provided at the end of the course.
Accredited by Canada’s Logistic Association.
| Course Detail | Course Info |
|---|---|
| Code | PCSL 9N579 |
| Price | $800 |
| OSAP Eligible | Yes |
| Delivery Mode(s) | ASY - Asynchronous Online |
| Duration | 8 weeks |
| Intake Details | More Info |