Duration: 30 minutes – 45 minutes
Description:
Supply chain is one of the most essential and fast-growing sectors in today’s economy, yet many people only associate it with warehouses and shipping. In reality, supply chain careers span a wide range of dynamic, high-impact roles that keep industries moving and communities functioning every day.
This course introduces WIN–NextGen™ learners to the world of supply chain and the growing demand for skilled professionals across this critical field. Learners will explore how global trends, technology, and innovation are creating new career opportunities and reshaping how goods and services are produced, managed, and delivered.
Through this course, learners will gain exposure to real-world applications, understand the value of hands-on experience, and begin to see how their interests and skills can align with meaningful careers in the 3S Workforce™.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Define supply chain and explain its role in everyday life and the global economy
- Identify key components of supply chain systems, including sourcing, production, logistics, and distribution
- Describe the wide range of career pathways within supply chain beyond warehouse roles
- Explain how technology and innovation are shaping the future of supply chain careers
- Recognize how skills, interests, and practical experience can connect to opportunities in this field
- Understand that multiple entry points exist into supply chain careers, including pathways that do not require a four-year degree
GT3S Points: Explore – 5 pts
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