The Goals

This program is based on the professional body of knowledge in the field of supply chain management. Its objective is to convey this knowledge and reinforce a thorough understanding of the material through lecture, discussion, assigned problems and case studies. Through the supply chain management certificate program, participants will:

• Develop an understanding of accepted purchasing principles and practices.
• Learn an integrated approach to purchasing and materials management.
• Improve purchasing performance and organizational skills.
• Prepare for National Association of Purchasing Management (NAPM) certification examinations.

The Topics

During this 18-week program, you will explore the following topics relevant to supply chain management in three modules, including:

Module 1 - Purchasing Principles, Practices and Activities - Develop the basic knowledge required to become a purchasing professional. General topics include an overview of the purchasing process, procurement strategy, supplier selection, supplier management, supplier development and purchasing organization. Specific focus areas include procurement requests, legal considerations, vendor analysis and lease vs. buy decisions.

Module 2 - Materials Management and Organization - Examine the critical link between purchasing and materials management. Specific focus areas include aggregate production planning and inventory management policies for independent demand. Inventory control systems include MRP, ERP and JIT techniques.

Module 3 - Effective Supply Chain Development - Examine method to improve performance such as supplier certification, development of long term supplier relationships, negotiation and performance audit and assessment. Exercises include negotiation role playing scenarios. In addition, assess the benefits/challenges of global sourcing and learn how to manage contracts, conduct cost/price analysis and evaluate legal issues.

Outcomes

• Meet and Network with other supply chain project managers, business leaders and DePaul University's faculty.
• Develop purchasing management skills and begin to prepare for National Association of Purchasing Management (NAPM) certification examinations.
• Comprehend the role supply chain management plays in an effective corporate strategy.

Who Should Attend?

The supply chain management certificate program is for middle managers, upper-middle managers, staff personnel and consultants currently charged with purchasing management responsibilities. Professionals with at least one year of purchasing experience or those working to achieve the designation of Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) offered by the NAPM will benefit most from this program.

Program Dates

Location/Times

Spring 2002
Not offered this term.

Faculty

The Faculty

DePaul University's Management Development Center features professors from DePaul's Department of Management, who teach in conjunction with top business professionals from the Chicagoland area.

Faculty Expertise
 

Michael S. Crowley, CPM, MBA

Michael Crowley is the purchasing agent responsible for the acquisition of raw material, capital equipment, operating supplies and outside services at Flexible Steel Lacing Co. He has developed and transformed the purchasing department into a modernized and more efficient business by formalizing the transportation program and organizing hazardous materials in manufacturing areas. Mr. Crowley received his MBA in Operations Management from DePaul University's Kellstadt Graduate School of Business.

Thomas E. Dean, C.P.M.

Thomas Dean possesses over 30 years of experience in purchasing, materials management and supplier development. He has held management positions with firms serving the nuclear power, electronics, automotive and electrical power protection industries. He has a strong background in negotiations - both with domestic as well as international suppliers. He is currently the Director of Corporate Procurement for Plainfield Companies. He received his degree in Business Administration from Citrus College.

Alan M. Drewno, CPIM

Al Drewno has over 26 years in the Manufacturing, Systems and Materials Management area primarily for Allegiance Healthcare, a leading manufacturer and distributor of health care products worldwide. He is currently Director of Business Integration for Allegiance, and previously has held the positions of Director of Global Sourcing, Director of Materials Management Systems, Plant Manager and Senior Manufacturing Consultant. Al received his degree in Operations Management from Northern Illinois University and is a CPIM through the American Production and Inventory Control Society, (APICS).

Frank FioRito, MBA, CPM

Frank FioRito is the Purchasing Manager for AGI, Inc., a Melrose Park, Illinois-based packaging manufacturer. His eighteen years of experience in Purchasing and Materials Management have been gained through positions at Gulf Oil Corporation, Tenneco and Waste Management, Inc. He has also consulted small and mid-sized firms seeking to reduce costs and increase productivity in their operations. He received his MBA from DePaul University's Kellstadt Graduate School of Business.

Michael Miller, Ph.D.

Michael Miller serves as Associate Professor of Economics in the Kellstadt Graduate School of Business. He has extensive knowledge in teaching and researching business conditions analysis, macroeconomic theory, money and banking, economic methodology and behavioral economics. He received his Ph.D. in economics from the University of Pittsburgh, and received the DePaul University Excellence in Teaching Award in 1991.

Rajen Parekh, CFPIM, M.S.

Rajen Parekh is a Project Manager at 3Com. Prior to joining 3Com, he was a management consultant with IBM Consulting. He has over twenty years of industry and consulting experience in manufacturing, materials management and business applications. His experience includes implementing several global ERP - Enterprise Resources Planning systems. Mr. Parekh has held a variety of operations, management and analytical positions in the manufacturing, marketing, consulting and technology area such as Applications Consultant, Management Consultant, Manager of Production and Inventory Control, Inventory Analyst and Business Systems Analyst. He is a Certified Fellow CFPIM of American Production and Inventory Control society. He earned his M.S. in operation research from IIT, Chicago.

Gregory J. Selep, MBA

Gregory Selep is currently a senior consultant for R. Reed Business Systems. He is skilled in project management, methodology, management, end-user training and configuration. His experience includes marketing management, materials management and manufacturing management. He received his MBA in Business Administration from Rosary College.

Robert F. Smith, CPM

Robert Smith is a management consultant and executive trainer specializing in supply management and purchasing. He has a strong background in negotiations with domestic and international suppliers, and is frequently called upon to assist companies whose purchasing and supply functions are in transition. He is a graduate of Harvard University's Executive Purchasing Program.

Cost

The Cost

Option One - The entire program must be paid for prior to the program start date, at a cost of $2,600.

Option Two - Individual modules may be taken for a fee of $1,000 each. Tuition is due at the start of the module.

Required textbooks and materials are included. Tuition deferment options are no longer available.

Refunds will be granted on a pro-rated basis determined by the date the student withdraws from the program, less an administrative fee of $150.

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