Program Overview

Logistics Fundamentals Certificate

The Logistics Fundamentals Certificate is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of the components of supply chains, including supply chain networks, supply chain facilities, transportation, and inventory management, as well as how emerging technologies affect them.

Overview

This certificate is perfect for learners seeking to enter the supply chain profession, as well as those who are seeking to enter supervisory roles or enter a new domain within the supply chain. The courses are intended to train students in the basics of supply chain management and the supply chain's role within organizations.

Program Requirements

• Certificates must be completed within 6 years; courses completed more than 6 years ago may not be applied toward certificate.
• All courses applied to a certificate program must be taken from Georgia Tech.
• This certificate does not require an application.

How it Works

• Your path to achievement is easy! Most certificate courses are offered in classroom locations around the U.S. You can also inquire about training at your location.
• Cost:
  • Course load determines the cost of a certificate program.
  • Calculate your total by identifying the courses needed and tallying individual course fees. Some programs offer discounts for course bundling.
• Registration:
  • Select a certificate program, review the requirements, and determine your timeline for completion.
  • Add courses to your shopping cart for purchase as you are ready to take them, or as a bundle if desired.
  • Proceed to checkout to complete your registration.
• Completion:
  • Certificates must be completed within six years.
  • After successful completion of most individual courses, a Certificate of Course Completion will be sent.
  • After successful completion of all required courses, request a transcript and program certificate audit.
  • Upon verification, GTPE will email your transcript and mail your Certificate of Program Completion.

Why Choose a Certificate?

Professional Certificates are ideal for developing new skills and building deep expertise in a specialized area to update your professional profile, advance your career, or broaden your knowledge base.

• Certificates are an “anytime” credential: Start anytime - after graduation or later in your career - and gain deeper know-how in a specific area without the commitment to a degree.
• Certificates demonstrate commitment: The dedication of time to earn a certificate demonstrates that you are committed to achieving a higher standard of professional knowledge in your industry.
• Certificates provide immediate “ROE”: Georgia Tech learners master real-world skills and apply them to their career the day after completion.
• Certificates stand out on your resume: A Georgia Tech credential carries the professional weight to give you a competitive edge.

Who Should Attend

This certificate is designed for entry-level and supervisory-level positions in supply chain management or for executives who are either new to supply chains or a specific supply chain. People seeking an update on supply chain issues and veterans looking to move into commercial opportunities will also benefit.

How You Will Benefit

• Describe the role of logistics functions within the overall supply chain including transportation, inventory management, and procurement.
• Explain the trade-offs of alternative transportation modes.
• Describe the role of performance metrics, technology, and channel partners in logistics.
• Explain the role of distribution facilities in logistics.

Course Offerings

• Requirement A (choose one):
  • Supply Chain Fundamentals: Supply Chain Management Principles (LOG 3181P)
  • Supply Chain Fundamentals: Supply Chain Management Principles in Spanish (LOG 3181S)
• Requirement B (choose three):
  • Supply Chain Fundamentals: Warehousing Operations (LOG 3180P)
  • Supply Chain Fundamentals: Warehousing Operations in Spanish (LOG 3180S)
  • Supply Chain Fundamentals: Transportation Operations (LOG 3182P)
  • Supply Chain Fundamentals: Customer Service Operations (LOG 3183P)
  • Supply Chain Fundamentals: Customer Service Operations in Spanish (LOG 3183S)
  • Supply Chain Fundamentals: Inventory Management (LOG 3186P)
  • Supply Chain Fundamentals: Inventory Management in Spanish (LOG 3186S)
  • Supply Chain Fundamentals: Transportation Operations in Spanish (LOG 3182S)

Related Certificates

• Supply Chain Management Certificate
• Supply Chain Project Management Certificate
• Supply and Demand Planning Certificate
• Distribution Operations Analysis and Design Certificate
• Health & Humanitarian Supply Chain Management Certificate
• Procurement and Supply Management Leadership Certificate
• Supply Chain Analytics Professional Certificate
• Supply Chain Fundamentals Certificate