SCM 355 - Managing Quality and Continuous Improvement

Institution:

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Supply Chain Management

Description:

Covers the basic concepts of managing quality in either a manufacturing or a service environment. The role of quality to enhance productivity and maintain a competitive position is the central focus. Principles and methodology needed to design systems that assure quality from both customer and manufacturer perspectives discussed. Managerial and technical skills and tools provide a comprehensive approach to the implementation and maintenance of quality systems. Principles of continuous improvement and their impact on quality management explored.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

SCM 330 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D (MAY BE TAKEN CONCURRENTLY)

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ship.edu/

Phone Number:

(717) 477-7447

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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