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Course Overview

Understand the importance of distribution channels and learn to describe various channel design models. Evaluate tradeoffs in channel network designs, considering customer response time, product variety, product availability, and delivery time. Explore the role of inventory management and its impact on effective distribution and logistics.

Course Format

This course is delivered fully online and includes readings, videos, and interactive activities to reinforce learning. Accessible on desktop, tablet, or mobile, the tools are designed to keep learners engaged. Progress can be made at any pace without the need to complete a module in one sitting.

Foundations of Distribution & Logistics (PDL)

Subscription Length 365 days
Seat Time 27 hours (3 hours per module)
Maintenance Points 24 points

(+3 for first-time completion of any Foundations course)

Included Modules

  • Operations Management (PIM01)
  • Introduction to Distribution and Logistics (PDL02)
  • Channel Network Design (PDL03)
  • Distribution Inventory Management (PDL04)
  • Distribution Requirements Planning (PDL05)
  • Warehouse Management (PDL07)
  • Packaging and Materials Handling (PDL08)
  • Transportation Management (PDL09)
  • Transportation Operations (PDL10)
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