This program is designed to prepare students for initial employment in an occupation within the broad range of Supply Chain Management disciplines, or to provide supplemental training for persons currently employed with this field. The content includes, but is not limited to, related business and accounting practices such as standard operating procedures, negotiation techniques, planning, organizing, logistical concepts, purchasing and inventory control theory and techniques. Emphasis is placed on the development of business and managerial skills necessary for the efficient and effective performance of all operations within an organization's supply chain.