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Course description

Discover the information technology systems, components and requirements for the successful execution of all supply chain functions. Explore how IT infrastructure, globalization and digitization, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Software as a Service (SaaS), e-commerce, e-procurement, electronic data interchange (EDI), radio frequency identification (RFID), artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), cryptocurrency, blockchain, the internet of things (IoT), cloud computing, data analytics, predictive analysis, the omnichannel marketplace and cybersecurity impact supply chain performance and efficiency.

Learner outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to

  • use technology, e-procurement and e-commerce to enhance an organization's supply chain business processes. 
  • assess whether Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is a strategic fit for an organization by understanding where it fits in terms of strategic, tactical and operational activities or functions. 
  • determine whether Software as a Service (SaaS) or an ERP system upgrade is necessary to perform required function(s)
  • identify the most common software vendors providing supply chain IT systems and applications. 
  • understand how the internet of things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), cryptocurrency, blockchain, cloud computing, data analytics and predictive analysis support organizations in the digital global marketplace. 
  • assess the ability of an organization to source and purchase materials and/or services using the internet and e-procurement applications.  
  • identify Extensible Markup Language (XML) and electronic data interchange (EDI). 
  • understand what cybersecurity is, why it is important, what steps need to be taken to implement it and what needs to be done to ensure continued systems integrity. 

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Section title
Technology and e-Procurement
Type
ON - Online
Dates
Sep 22, 2025 to Oct 27, 2025
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
21.0
Delivery options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
TXCM non-credit $575.00
Potential Discount(s)
Instructors
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Section Notes

•   Before your course begins, ensure your MyMRU account is activated. Step-by-step instructions for account activation can be found here. Once you have activated your account and have your MyMRU login information, you can log into your MRU Google account using your @mtroyal.ca email address and set up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Help with your Google account can be found here, and help setting up MFA can be found here.

•   Course content will be available on the D2L Brightspace Learning Management System (LMS) 3 days prior to the start date of your course. You must be logged in to your MRU Gmail account to access D2L Brightspace. Your instructor will be available on the course start date.

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•  For questions about this course or other information, contact cebusiness@mtroyal.ca or 403.440.6861 / 1.888.392.3655 toll-free.

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