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    Master inventory management for efficient supply chain operations. Learn about inventory control, stock management, and demand forecasting.

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    • Status: Free
      Free
      K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Supply Chain Management: A Learning Perspective

      Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Innovation, Quality Management, Operations Management, Logistics Management, Supplier Management, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Inventory Management System, Coordinating, Corporate Sustainability, Value Propositions, Continuous Improvement Process, Consumer Behaviour, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • R

      Rice University

      Investment and Portfolio Management

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Financial Market, Investments, Securities (Finance), Financial Systems, Securities Trading, Asset Management, Behavioral Economics, Capital Markets, Investment Management, Equities, Performance Measurement, Wealth Management, Finance, Financial Services, Performance Analysis, Risk Management, Return On Investment, Market Liquidity, Derivatives

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      2.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Mergers and Acquisitions

      Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Investment Banking, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Valuation, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Capital Markets, Financial Modeling, Corporate Accounting, Specialized Accounting, Price Negotiation, Financial Accounting, Corporate Tax, Accounting, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Investments, Corporate Strategy, Financial Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      524 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Financial Reporting

      Skills you'll gain: Balance Sheet, Revenue Recognition, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Depreciation, Financial Statement Analysis, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Statements, Cash Management, Accrual Accounting, Tax Management, Cash Flows, Fixed Asset, Asset Management, International Financial Reporting Standards, Standard Accounting Practices

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      896 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • T

      Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

      Tally Bookkeeper

      Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Bookkeeping, Accounting Software, Budgeting, Accounting and Finance Software, Tax Returns, Data Import/Export, Inventory Management System, Order Management, Tax Management, General Ledger, Inventory Accounting, Tax Compliance, Inventory Control, Banking Services, Cost Management, Payroll Tax, Invoicing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      191 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • T

      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Cost Accounting

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Income Statement, Operating Cost, Cost Management, Inventory Accounting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Gross Profit, Strategic Decision-Making, Accounting, Product Planning, Resource Allocation, Product Assortment, Depreciation, Financial Accounting, Production Process, Financial Statements, Price Negotiation, Capacity Management, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      255 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      T

      Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

      Financial Business Accounting and MIS Reports

      Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounting Software, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting, Financial Accounting, Sales Tax, Financial Statements, International Finance, Invoicing, Inventory Management System, Cash Handling, Tax Compliance, Reconciliation, Payment Systems, Banking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Lausanne

      Accounting 2

      Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Equities, Tax, Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Securities (Finance), Financial Market, Inventory Accounting, Asset Management, Financial Accounting, Depreciation, Corporate Finance, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Balance Sheet, Financial Statements, Financial Reporting, Revenue Recognition, Cash Flows

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Advanced Global Procurement and Sourcing

      Skills you'll gain: Supplier Quality Management, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Enterprise Resource Planning, Purchasing, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Strategic Partnership, Business Risk Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Supplier Relationship Management, Supply Chain, Risk Management, Derivatives, Organizational Structure, Consolidation, Target Audience, Talent Management, Robotic Process Automation, Supply Chain Management, Risk Mitigation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Merchandising

      Skills you'll gain: Merchandising, Merchandise Displays, Inventory Management, Visual Merchandising, Consumer Behaviour, Inventory Management System, Planogram, Retail Management, Retail Sales, Retail Store Operations, Marketing Psychology, Customer Insights, Business Development, Sales Strategy, Market Dynamics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      N

      National Taiwan University

      初級會計學一:會計循環與收入認列 (Financial Accounting 101)

      Skills you'll gain: Cash Receipts, Cash Management, Internal Controls, Revenue Recognition, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounting Records, Accrual Accounting, Bookkeeping, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Accounts Payable, Journals

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      D

      Dubai College of Tourism

      Introduction to Hotel Room Inventory Management

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Hotel Operations, Guest Relations, Hospitality Management, Inventory Management System, Property Management Systems

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Supply Chain Management: A Learning Perspective : Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Investment and Portfolio Management: Rice University
    • Mergers and Acquisitions: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Financial Reporting: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Tally Bookkeeper: Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited
    • Cost Accounting: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • Financial Business Accounting and MIS Reports : Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited
    • Accounting 2: University of Lausanne
    • Advanced Global Procurement and Sourcing: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Introduction to Merchandising: Coursera Instructor Network

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Inventory

    Inventory refers to the stock of finished goods a company sells, as well as the raw materials it has on hand to produce them. Because these goods and materials represent major drivers of business costs as well as revenues, the timely and cost-effective management of inventory is very important to the ultimate profitability of any business that sells physical goods.

    Inventory is a key part of the broader area of supply chain management, which is the entire system of moving products from suppliers to end-users and consumers. It is an intermediate step in a process that begins with the procurement of raw materials and transporting them to manufacturing facilities; finished products are then stored (or “warehoused”) as inventory until logistics networks deliver them to end users and consumers.

    Because it sits in the middle of the supply chain, inventory and warehouse management requires close attention to both supply and demand sides of the business. Shortages in raw material inputs can result in costly production delays, risking sales. Similarly, planning for product sales and demand forecasting is also critical, as holding excess inventory can be costly. And, on both the supply and demand side, quality control is essential to minimizing returns of products and upholding the company’s reputation in the market.‎

    Given its central role in business supply chains, a deep understanding of the complexities of inventory management and warehousing for careers in supply chain management and logistics. Working in this area means a fast-paced career of moving products from suppliers to consumers, and can lead to jobs at any type of company that produces physical goods ranging from furniture to cars to books. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, logisticians earned a median annual salary of $74,750 in 2019, and these jobs are expected to grow at roughly the same rate as the rest of the economy.‎

    Absolutely! There are opportunities to learn about an incredibly wide range of business topics on Coursera, including courses as well as Specializations spanning multiple courses that are focused on supply chain management and inventory. You can learn from top-ranked schools like Rutgers the State University of New Jersey, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and Georgia Institute of Technology, or build skills in inventory tracking by completing step-by-step tutorials with experienced instructors as part of Coursera’s Guided Projects. Regardless of what choice best fits your needs, Coursera lets you learn remotely on a flexible schedule, making the logistics of fitting this job-ready education into your existing work or school life easy.‎

    You should have fairly strong reading and math skills before starting to learn inventory. Spreadsheet and accounting skills can also be helpful when learning inventory principles, though you can learn these topics in coordination with inventory courses. Some other qualities that can be helpful for you when learning inventory include curiosity about interconnected aspects of the global economy, such as financial matters, the flow of information, and how products and raw materials move and are used. It can also help if you have experience with tools used for inventory taking, such as a handheld calculator.‎

    Logistics planning and purchasing are typically two of the common career paths for people in inventory. Inventory professionals can also be found working in retail settings and in manufacturing. These retail and manufacturing inventory positions are typically required to ensure the goods needed to maintain operations are available. Supply chain management and supply chain analysis are two other jobs that can require inventory knowledge. People in management positions in some service industries, such as hotel and restaurant management, can be expected to have a solid understanding of inventory techniques so products will be available to serve customer needs.‎

    Some topics you can study that are related to inventory include logistics, data analysis, and sales and operations planning. Spreadsheets and accounting are also topics that are related to inventory processes. Business intelligence, regression analysis, and data visualization are some other related topics to consider if you plan to use your inventory skills to enter the supply chain management field. Six sigma and lean manufacturing are inventory-based topics to consider if you’re going into manufacturing management or consulting.‎

    Some types of places that typically hire people who have inventory backgrounds include manufacturing facilities that need to manage the movement of raw materials and finished products. Retail facilities typically hire people with inventory skills for jobs like purchasing, inventory management, and for performing seasonal inventory tasks. Medical facilities typically hire people to manage inventory levels on the goods that are needed to serve patients. Service industries are some other places that typically hire inventory specialists to ensure everything is available to serve customers. Warehouses may hire people with inventory skills to organize and allocate storage areas for resources as well as to keep track of available inventory.‎

    Online Inventory courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Inventory skills. Choose from a wide range of Inventory courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Inventory, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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