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    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of California, Irvine

      Inventory Management

      Skills you'll gain: Inventory Management System, Inventory Control, Customer Demand Planning, Supply Chain Management, Demand Planning, Service Level, Forecasting, Cost Management, Operations Research, Statistical Methods

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      195 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      Operations Research (1): Models and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Process Optimization, Business Modeling, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, Production Planning, Inventory Management System, Microsoft Excel, Scheduling, Linear Algebra

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      543 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Leverage Data Science for a More Agile Supply Chain

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, Customer Demand Planning, Inventory Management System, Inventory Control, Supply Chain Management, Capacity Planning, Materials Management, Process Optimization, Forecasting, Operations Management, Resource Allocation, Service Level, Capacity Management, Performance Measurement, Microsoft Excel, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Methods, Cost Reduction, Simulation and Simulation Software

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      432 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supply Chain Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Market Share, Benchmarking, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Customer experience improvement, Analytics, Financial Analysis, Inventory Management System, Data Analysis, Cost Estimation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Cost Reduction

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      805 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      Duke University

      Oil & Gas Industry Operations and Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Energy and Utilities, Operating Cost, Transportation Operations, Production Process, Supply Chain, Market Data, Market Trend, Cost Estimation, Global Marketing, Market Analysis, International Finance, Natural Resource Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

      Supply Chain Digitization: Strategy and Design

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Digital Transformation, Transportation Operations, Logistics Management, Inventory and Warehousing, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Architecture, Warehouse Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Optimization, Internet Of Things, Blockchain, Real Time Data, Automation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Machine Learning for Supply Chains

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Wrangling, Operations Research, NumPy, Demand Planning, Data Manipulation, Feature Engineering, Supervised Learning, Inventory Management System, Supply Chain, Applied Machine Learning, Inventory Management, Trend Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Transformation, Customer Demand Planning, Predictive Modeling, Anomaly Detection

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Supply Chain Planning

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, Customer Demand Planning, Supply Chain Management, Capacity Planning, Materials Management, Forecasting, Performance Measurement, Microsoft Excel, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Methods, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Meeting Facilitation, Communication Strategies

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      250 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Effective Inventory Management and Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Demand Planning, Inventory Management System, Customer Demand Planning, Materials Management, Forecasting, Cost Reduction, Cost Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Digital Technologies and the Future of Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Digital Transformation, Technology Solutions, Production Planning, Business Transformation, Business Technologies, Technology Strategies, Cloud Computing, Technology Roadmaps, Emerging Technologies, Automation, Strategic Partnership, Operational Efficiency, Business Modeling, Industrial Engineering, System Implementation, Cost Benefit Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      339 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Unilever

      Using Data Analytics in Supply Chain

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Storytelling, Presentations, Data Management, Supply Chain Management, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Quality, Analytical Skills, Data Cleansing, Data Collection, Spreadsheet Software, Data Validation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Analytics for Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Simulations, Operations Research, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Supply Chain, Probability, Predictive Modeling, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Analytics, Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Data Modeling, Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistics, Business Mathematics, Manufacturing Operations

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      260 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular logistics courses

    • Inventory Management: University of California, Irvine
    • Operations Research (1): Models and Applications: National Taiwan University
    • Leverage Data Science for a More Agile Supply Chain: University of California, Irvine
    • Supply Chain Analytics: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Oil & Gas Industry Operations and Markets : Duke University
    • Supply Chain Digitization: Strategy and Design: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
    • Machine Learning for Supply Chains: LearnQuest
    • Supply Chain Planning: University of California, Irvine
    • Effective Inventory Management and Optimization : Starweaver
    • Digital Technologies and the Future of Manufacturing: University of Michigan

    Why Learn Logistics?

    Logistics focuses on coordinating transportation, inventory, warehousing, and distribution to ensure products move smoothly from origin to destination. It’s a key function in supply chain management and critical to business operations across industries. Learning logistics can help you build problem-solving and planning skills to optimize systems and meet customer demand.

    Skills you can learn in Business Essentials

    Analytics (37)
    Presentation (33)
    Modeling (29)
    Business Analytics (27)
    Language (26)
    Microsoft Excel (26)
    Writing (26)
    Speech (18)
    Plan (17)
    Business Communication (16)
    Decision-making (16)
    Leadership (15)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Logistics

    Top courses include Supply Chain Logistics from Rutgers University, part of its Supply Chain Management Specialization, and Supply Chain Management and Analytics from Unilever. These programs cover transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and global logistics networks.‎

    Yes. Many logistics courses offer a free audit option. This allows you to access video lessons and readings at no cost. If you want to complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how goods move through supply chains, how to manage transportation and storage, and how to optimize operations using data and technology. Some courses also explore reverse logistics, sustainability, and international trade.‎

    No prior experience is required for most beginner-level logistics courses. They are designed to introduce key concepts step by step. For learners with industry experience, Coursera also offers more advanced programs and certifications.‎

    Yes. Logistics is a vital function across manufacturing, retail, e-commerce, and transportation sectors. Coursera courses can help you build practical skills, understand industry standards, and prepare for roles like logistics coordinator, supply chain analyst, or operations manager.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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