Sustainability in Logistics, Warehousing, and Distribution Practice
EX 1111 is offered this winter:
starts
in 7 months
Understand how to decrease environmental impact in the areas of logistics, distribution, and warehousing operations. Learn about technologies that can affect efficiencies and connectivity, including QR codes, VMI solutions, RFID applications, autonomous vehicles, and replenishment options. Explore ways of reducing emissions in fleet operations and find out about packaging material alternatives and GHG footprint estimates. Discuss issues such as outsourcing, scheduling options through 3PLs, and supply chain strategies for resiliency to mitigate risks.
Course at a glance
- This series will support professionals transitioning into logistics and distribution management and provide training in the newest technologies in the field.
What you will learn
- Understand and embrace the technology that is driving the logistics industry.
- Develop the competencies associated with the changing logistics industry requirements.
- Develop the knowledge and skills to meet new industry complexities.
Offered:
Jan 27, 2024Jan 28, 2024
Mondays
Tuesdays
Wednesdays
Thursdays
Fridays
Saturdays
8:30 am – 4:30 pm MT
Sundays
8:30 am – 4:30 pm MT
Synchronous online learning, eClass
14 hours of instruction
In synchronous online courses, students move through the course material at the same pace as their peers. These courses also provide learners with pre-scheduled online lectures that have the instructor and students interacting at the same time. All components of this type of course are accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool. format details
Class info
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This is a synchronous course. Students will require a computer with both audio input and output (such as a microphone-equipped headset).
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14 course hours in total
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Cost assistance: may be eligible for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant, the Canada Training Benefit, and the Skilled Immigrant Micro-Loan.
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Please be advised that some of our courses fill quickly, early registration is encouraged to secure your spot. See our refunds, withdrawals & transfers policies for detailed information.
This course has no prerequisites
Students from all educational backgrounds welcome. You can register for this course without applying and enrolling in a program.
Currently counts towards:
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└ core course
Transferability
- Students who complete this micro-credential will receive elective credit in the Management Development Certificate Program.
Looking for different course dates?
New course schedules are released each June and November.