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aI("align=center;text=Founded in 1963, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) is the preeminent association for individuals involved in supply chain management. CSCMP provides educational, career development, and networking opportunities to its over 9,000 members and to the entire profession.  CSCMP’s mission is to lead the evolving supply chain management profession by developing, advancing, and disseminating supply chain knowledge and research.;itemwidth=330;type=header;");
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aI("align=center;text=Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC) is the only professional organization focused on warehouse management and its role in the supply chain. WERC is where distribution experts come together to share practical knowledge and professional expertise with the aim of improving individual and industry performance. Through membership in WERC, seasoned practitioners as well as those new to the industry stay at the forefront of innovation, master best practices and establish valuable professional relationships;itemwidth=330;type=header;");
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aI("align=center;text=APICS -- The Association for Operations Management is the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in operations management, including production, inventory, supply chain, materials management, purchasing, and logistics. Since 1957, individuals and companies have relied on APICS for its superior training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals.;itemwidth=330;type=header;");
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aI("align=center;text=Founded in 1915, the Institute for Supply Management™ (ISM) is the largest supply management association in the world as well as one of the most respected. ISM’s mission is to lead the supply management profession through its standards of excellence, research, promotional activities, and education. ISM is a not-for-profit association that provides opportunities for the promotion of the profession and the expansion of professional skills and knowledge.;itemwidth=330;type=header;");
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aI("align=center;text=The American Society of Transportation and Logistics (AST&L) is a professional organization founded in 1946 by a group of industry leaders to insure a high level of professionalism and promote continuing education in the field of transportation and logistics. AST&L's mission is to promote and facilitate education and certification in the fields of transportation, logistics, and supply chain management.;itemwidth=330;type=header;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Sub-component Manufacturers;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=highly automated producers of circuits, chips, and printed circuit boards. These companies (e.g., Kent Electronics) sell parts to hundreds of component manufacturers.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Component Manufacturers;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=assemblers of the primary TV systems. These companies (e.g., Emerson Electric) work under contract with multiple consumer electronics manufacturers.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Consumer Electronics Manufacturers;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=the major companies that develop and assemble TVs. These companies (e.g., Sony, Samsung) purchase many of the key TV component systems from external sources, although most have the capability to produce some component systems internally.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Logistics Service Providers:;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=the transportation and distribution companies (e.g., FedEx Global Supply Chain Services) that manage the flow of production materials and finished goods in the HDTV supply chain. They provide delivery services, warehousing, production support, and packaging solutions.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Distribution Channel Members;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=the distributors and retailers (e.g., Best Buy, Circuit City) who purchase HDTVs and other products from consumer electronics manufacturers. In turn, they facilitate the sale of electronic products to consumers.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=End Consumers;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=the public who buys HDTV sets, sound systems, VCRs, and other electronic products. End consumers are the ultimate driver of the HDTV supply chain. Without buyers like you, there would be no need to make or move the product!;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=INTRODUCTION TO LOGISTICS;type=header;");
aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=430;type=header;text=The study of logistics and supply chain management involving the movement and storage of supplies, work-in-progress and finished goods. Logistics cost trade-offs within the firm and between members of the supply chain are examined.;");
aI("type=header;text=Source: University of Maryland, Robert H. Smith School of Business,;");
aI("type=header;text=Logistics, Business and Public Policy.;");
aI("text=See: http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/lbpp/undergrad.htm;url=http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/lbpp/undergrad.htm;target='blank';");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=LOGISTICS OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=430;type=header;text=Analysis of logistics operations and management techniques applied to warehousing/distribution center operations, purchasing and operation of transportation services, and logistics personnel management.;");
aI("type=header;text=Source: University of Tennessee, College of Business Administration,;");
aI("type=header;text=Department of Marketing and Logistics.;");
aI("text=See: http://bus.utk.edu/undergrad/2007HandbookWeb.PDF;url=http://bus.utk.edu/undergrad/2007HandbookWeb.PDF;target='blank';");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS ;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=430;type=header;text=Logistics activities in international business with special emphasis on transportation, global sourcing, customs issues, governmental influence, facility location in a global environment, and import-export opportunities. Special emphasis is placed on current events and their effect on the marketing and logistics activities of U.S.-based organizations.;");
aI("type=header;text=Source: University of Arkansas, Sam M. Walton College of Business,;");
aI("type=header;text=Department of Marketing & Logistics.;");
aI("text=See: http://catalogofstudies.uark.edu/documents/07_COS.pdf;url=http://catalogofstudies.uark.edu/documents/07_COS.pdf;target='blank';");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=MANUFACTURING AND SERVICES STRATEGIES;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=430;type=header;text=This course examines manufacturing and services strategies, with special emphasis given to quality management concepts, methods, and issues. After completing this course, students will have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to: 1) explain the role of manufacturing or services operations from the boundary-spanning perspective of supply chain management and how supply chain management can be used as a strategic competitive advantage; 2) articulate how the various components of a manufacturing strategy are integrated, particularly with respect to the use of information technologies for supply chains; and 3) effectively apply operational and quality tools useful in implementing manufacturing strategies.;");
aI("type=header;text=Source: Pennsylvania State University, Smeal College of Business,;");
aI("type=header;text=Department of Supply Chain and Information Systems.;");
aI("text=See: http://www.smeal.psu.edu/uprog/majors/scis;url=http://www.smeal.psu.edu/uprog/majors/scis;target='blank';");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=SUPPLY CHAIN PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=430;type=header;text=Understanding and managing supply chain performance through the use of metrics, analysis, and improvement strategies.;");
aI("type=header;text=Source: Auburn University, College of Business,;");
aI("type=header;text=Aviation and Supply Chain Management.;");
aI("text=See: http://www.auburn.edu/student_info/bulletin_07-08/business.pdf;url=http://www.auburn.edu/student_info/bulletin_07-08/business.pdf;target='blank';");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=SUPPLY CHAIN APPLICATION AND POLICY;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=430;type=header;text=Analysis and problem solving of supply chain management cases in the areas of purchasing, manufacturing, logistics, and transportation as an integrated supply chain.;");
aI("type=header;text=Source: Michigan State University, The Eli Broad College of Business,;");
aI("type=header;text=Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Management.;");
aI("text=See: http://www.bus.msu.edu/undergrad/majors.cfm?major=supply ;url=http://www.bus.msu.edu/undergrad/majors.cfm?major=supply ;target='blank';");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Manufacturing & Production Companies;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=Manufacturers produce products for resale to customers. Their customer may be another company, or an individual consumer, or both. For example, an automotive tire manufacturer may simultaneously serve as a supplier to the large automotive maker and also be a source of tires to a retail outlet targeting individual consumers who wish to replace worn tires on their used vehicle. Manufacturing firms can produce a wide variety of products for sale or resale to a wide range of customers.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Retailers and Distributors;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=Retailers and distributors are product resellers. They act as middlemen in the supply chain, improving access to markets for manufacturers and creating wide product assortments for customers. Major retailers recognize the importance of SCM to their success and take great strides to effectively manage inventory, control transportation costs, and provide exceptional customer service through high in-stock availability. ;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Transport Company;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=Transportation companies that provides freight delivery services.  These companies exist in all modes of transportation (air, water, motor, rail, or even pipeline). In fact, many transportation firms have expertise in multiple modes and provide intermodal transportation services to their customers. Transportation companies provide a vital link in most supply chains since they help to move raw materials, component parts, and other types of products through the supply chain.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=3PL Firms;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=A third-party logistics (3PL) provider is a firm specializing in providing logistics services. Clients can employ these 3PL firms to manage and/or execute required logistics activities. Asset-based 3PLs own equipment and facilities that are used to provide a variety of supply chain services to their customers. Non-asset based 3PLs focus on advising clients on supply chain operations and can arrange to provide transportation, warehousing, and other similar 3PL services. 3PL usage has steadily risen since the early 1990s as organizations have become more aware of the critical importance of effective logistics and supply chain management practices.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Service Firms;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=A service firm provides expertise to customers requiring assistance in a particular area. Supply chain planning and execution is supported by firms offering professional services such as finance, commercial real estate, or executive recruiting. Other service firms have a need for supply chain expertise for their own operations to be successful. As a result, supply chain job opportunities exist in the service sector with banks, hotels, restaurant chains, and others.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Consulting Firms;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=A consulting firm offers knowledge and expertise to customers in need of supply chain management assistance. These firms can offer a broad range of services, but oftentimes they focus on helping to advise the client on supply chain practices as opposed to assisting with the actual execution of supply chain related processes. These types of firms can help to engineer a specific supply chain network design, provide insight into how to optimize a function, or simply review current supply chain practices and provide suggestions for improvement.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Government Agencies;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=An agency operating on behalf of a Federal, State, or Local governmental entity or municipality that requires the management of supply chains. Government entities oftentimes must manage the supply and acquisition of items, as well as their storage, and distribution.  For example, the Department of Defense, Federal Emergency Management Agency, and many other governmental entities are regularly confronted with supply chain management issues such as inventory analysis, procurement, and transportation.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Universities and Educational Institutions;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=These entities provide expertise and distribute knowledge to clients or students with a desire to enhance their level of supply chain management knowledge. These types of organizations typically work to further the discipline in part by expanding on the knowledge base of the discipline by combining teaching, industry partnerships, and research.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Customer Order Manager (Entry and Processing);type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=Responsible for the receiving, entering and processing of orders and order changes from customers. Develops departmental policies, procedures and budget. Supervises the activities of order entry personnel whose responsibilities include direct communication with customers regarding the feasibility of shipping orders as requested.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Freight Rate Specialist;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=Responsible for ascertaining the most economically appropriate domestic and/or international freight rates on incoming and outgoing materials and products based on analysis of tariff rates, freight classifications, delivery schedules and deadlines. May audit freight invoices. Frequently reports to a Transportation Manager.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Inventory Planning and Control Manager;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=Directs inventory planning and control activities. Responsible for all inventory planning and control functions, often including multiple facilities. Responsible for all or most of the following: inventory planning, master scheduling, materials handling, inventory turnover, customer service levels, stocking decisions, forecasting, and the administrative controls at all distribution facilities. Usually supervises other managers/supervisors and professional inventory planning and control staff at one or more locations.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Outbound Operations Manager;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=Responsible for all order filling activities, stock replenishments and shipping of products at a facility, as well as timely reporting of completed shipments. Handles tracking and claims. May coordinate routing and carrier selection. Frequently reports to a Top Distribution Executive;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Supply Chain Manager;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=Responsible for managing all supply chain logistics functions, which may include, but are not limited to, production planning, material procurement, inventory control, rate setting, outsourcing, vendor selection, and distribution. Ensures that departmental and support personnel are focused on continuous improvement of products and processes. Promotes alignment by understanding and communicating customer needs and requirements throughout the organization. Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and five to seven years of experience.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Top Logistics Management Executive;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=Responsible for logistics management functions, often including multiple facilities. Responsible for all or most of the following: inventory management, warehousing and transportation. May have limited involvement with procurement, customer service and production planning. Supervises other manager/supervisors as well as professional logistics management staff at one or more locations. Frequently reports to a Top Supply Chain Executive.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Top Supply Chain Executive;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=Responsible for all supply chain management functions and all or most of the following: inventory management, warehousing and transportation. Requires thorough involvement with procurement, customer service and production/merchandise planning. Supervises other managers/supervisors as well as professional logistics management staff at one or more locations. Frequently reports to a Top Manufacturing Executive or Top Operations Executive.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Transportation Manager;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=Responsible for the physical movement of inbound and outbound shipments. Responsible for all distribution functions. This typically includes shipments to both domestic and possibly international customers, and to distribution centers and branches within the same organization. May supervise other Transportation Managers and/or Specialists. Generally supervises other managers/supervisors at staff at one or more locations. Frequently reports to a Top Logistics Executive;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Warehouse Manager;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=Directs and controls warehouse activities to ensure the efficient and economical utilization of facilities for storing and distributing raw material and finished goods inventories. Plans and schedules department functions to ensure the prompt delivery of merchandise of the kind and in the amount ordered. Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and eight to 10 years of experience.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Katie;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=I think the most important parts of internships are the experiences you receive by doing the tasks of a full time employee. Nothing interests me more than being able to experience the jobs that I could be doing in a few years. They are wonderful opportunities for logistics majors because you get to see what aspects of logistics you are most interested in. Logistics is an extremely broad field of study and likewise the job market is extremely broad. In addition, internships allow you to begin networking and getting to know the people in your field so that when it is time to graduate you will have head start.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Todd;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=The top three things of importance that come to mind when I think about my internships are: - Internships have provided me with industry knowledge through working hands-on with numerous 'real-world' projects. -	Internships have helped me better understand various topics in my upper-level Logistics courses because I have worked through and experienced some of the things lectured about. - Internships have given me a leg up on the competition (other students) in my search for a full-time position after graduation.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Alissa;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=My internship was invaluable because it allowed me to get my foot in the door and showed me that I made the right decision by stepping all the way into the company. I was able to experience the company culture and get to know people with completely different degrees from all over the country working in a multitude of positions. When other students ask me why I was hired nine months before I graduated, I tell them that it is due to my position as an intern. There is no better way for a student to achieve visibility as a candidate in the job market.;");
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aI("align=center;decoration=underline;fontsize=14px;fontweight=bold;text=Jeff;type=header;");
aI("itemwidth=330;type=header;text=The importance of an internship is to provide the student with real world experience.  The experience allows the student to mature professional and mentally for corporate America.  My internships have provided an invaluable insight into the structure and complexities of everyday business strategies and goals.  Through this exposure, I was able to understand a macro vision of the business world. My internships gave me the opportunity to polish my communication and analytical skills which has translated to better understanding inside the classroom.  The opportunity to learn from current businesses has been a key ingredient in furthering my business education.;");
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