The goal of this course is to impart a fundamental knowledge and understanding of the basic inventory planning principles and techniques that are used at each level in the planning process, from strategic to operational.

Among the topics the course covers are planning foundations, business planning, basics of forecasting, sales and operations planning, master scheduling, capacity management, and using operations systems.

The course provides practical examples and exercises, giving participants an opportunity to learn the essential ingredients of effective planning and have an opportunity to practice and enhance their own planning skills.