The application of techniques from operations research to cases in management decision making. Cases include scheduling, inventory control and facilities design. The development and use of simulation models to study and predict the behavior of various production and distribution systems. Addresses the issues in creating, validating and interpreting the results of simulation studies. Covers current topics of importance to the field of operations and logistics management.
Topics change at each course offering.
Possible topics include process management, production and distribution information systems, and technology management. Introduces key purchasing activities and examines the role of purchasing and material management in business. Topics include organizational structure, leadership styles, communication patterns, and societal norms. COM Core 3 cr.