OSM Department Luncheon With Advising Staff

The Department of Operations and Supply Chain Management hosted a luncheon on Wednesday, May 15 to thank the Advising Department for their dedication and hard work during the year.

APICS to Tour Bay Corporation

Cleveland APICS, the Association for Operations Management, will be touring the Bay Corporation on Thursday, May 9. Bay Corporation, founded in 1979, is a local manufacturer and distributor of medical gas fittings and connections.

OSM Department Sponsors John Franklin, Cleveland Public School Student, in Rotary Club of Cleveland's Project YESS

The Department of Operations and Supply Chain Management is sponsoring John Franklin, a student from Cleveland Public Schools, in the Rotary Club of Cleveland's Project YESS. John was invited to a department gathering on May 2 to meet the faculty and staff.

Dr. Chung and Dr. Rom, Professors of Operations and Supply Chain Management, To Retire

On Thursday, May 2, the Department of Operations and Supply Chain Management hosted an informal lunch for two retiring professors, Dr. Chia-Shin Chung and Dr. Walter Rom.

Department of Student Life Awards and Recognition Ceremony

The Department of Student Life hosted the 40th annual Awards and Recognition Ceremony on Friday, April 26th. The Awards Ceremony is an annual CSU tradition recognizing outstanding students from each college and department.

Rotary Club of Cleveland Awards of Excellence

On Thursday, April 25, 2013, nine CSU business students received Rotary Club Awards for Excellence at the Rotary Club’s luncheon meeting.

Coca-Cola tour provides real world perspective for supply chain students.

On April 12, 2013, APICS members and OSM students toured the Coca Cola bottling plant in Twinsburg, Ohio. Students learned about the operations of the plant and the supply chain through which bottlers satisfy the demands for a nationwide brand like Coca-Cola.

Dr. Susan Slotnick addresses transfer students at the Business Information Connection

The Business Information Connection event helped connect students to various resources and information and ensures they become engaged with campus activities.

Excel Course August 19 - 23, 2013: improve your business analysis and decision-making skills with our hands-on Excel course!

The Department of Operations and Supply Chain Management is offering an Excel Course on August 19-23, 2013.

Learn SAP and improve your hireability!

The OSM department will be hosting a SAP training course August 12 through 16!

OSM Department Represented at PMAC Trade Show

The Operations and Supply Chain Management Department attended the Purchasing Management Association of Cleveland Trade Show on March 21, 2013. PMAC's local membership comprises more than 250 supply chain management professionals representing over 100 companies from manufacturing, government, education, medical, institutional and service organizations through out Northeast Ohio.

Dr. Oya Tukel A Finalist in The 2013 EXPYS Awards

Dr. Oya Tukel was a finalist for Best College Advisor at the 2013 EXPYS Awards hosted by The North East Ohio Council for Higher Education.

APICS to Tour the Coca Cola Bottling Plant in Twinsburg, Ohio

On April 12, 2013, APICS- the Association for Operations Management - will tour the Coca Cola bottling plant in Twinsburg, Ohio. Call the OSM Department now to RSVP!

Pi Day Event Was A Success

The Pi Day Event hosted by APICS and The Department of Operations and Supply Chain Management was a success. Take a look at the photos!

APICS Professional Development Meeting on Thursday, March 14.

There will be an APICS Professional Development Meeting on Thursday, March 14. The presentation will focus on the architectural products market and will discuss how the supply chain supports winning in the industry. Drew Cooper, Regional Sales Manager at Forms+Surfaces will lead the presentation. Join us at the City Club of Cleveland to attend the meeting.

Cleveland State To Host Roundtable Discussion on Global Trade

The Monte Ahuja College of Business at Cleveland State, in partnership with APICS, will be hosting a roundtable discussion on Global Trade. Join us in the Student Center Ballroom (SC 313) on Friday March 8 from 7:30am - 9:30am.

China Trip Blog Is Now Online

Students attending the OSM Department China Trip will be blogging about their experiences. Read along and experience the trip with us!

The OSM Department Welcomes Assistant Professor Cigdem Ataseven!

After an intensive faculty search, The Operations and Supply Chain Management Department is pleased to welcome Cigdem Ataseven to the department.

Students Represent CSU at MidAtlantic District Case Competition

The APICS Student Chapter represented CSU in Harrisburg, PA in the Mid Atlantic District Student Case Competition on February 8th and 9th.

APICS Professional Development Meeting on February 14, 2013

APICS is hosting a Professional Development Meeting on February 14, 2013 at 5:30pm at the City Club of Cleveland.

Celebrate an early Pi Day with OSM and APICS.

Join the OSM Department and CSU APICS on March 7th for an informational event celebrating Pi Day (just a bit early). Free pie and other refreshments provided!

Farewell, Dr. Zhang!

Dr. Xiauhong Zhang, our Visiting Scholar from Shanghai Dianji University, is heading home after a full year in Cleveland.

CSU APICS to compete in the Mid-Atlantic Case Competition

The Cleveland State University APICS Chapter is traveling to Harrisburg, PA to compete in the Mid-Atlantic District Case Competition!

How much should you expect to earn in the OSM Industry? ISM's 2012 Salary Survey.

The Insitute for Supply Management released its annual study regarding compensation within the industry. There is considerable earning potential in Supply Chain Management!

Happy Holidays From OSM!

The Department hosted a holiday party for faculty, staff, and guests. We hope you have a wonderful holiday break!

Learn to negotiate with suppliers and vendors: OSM 696.

The Department will be offering OSM 696: Negotiation Strategies for Managers during Spring Semester 2013. Learn tools, techniques, and strategies to negotiate with suppliers and vendors and generate winning contracts.

Careers in OSM Information Session Photos

The Careers in OSM Information Session had a great turn out!

The Cleveland Indians are Recruiting at CSU

Jason Ellis, the Distribution Center Manager for the Cleveland Indians, will be visiting on Thursday, November 29th, 2012 at 9:00 AM in BU 128.

New Job Opportunity: Sea-land Chemical Company Supply Chain Team Leader

Sea-Land Chemical Company, a national supplier of specialty chemicals, is looking for a supply chain team leader who will be responsible for directing, managing and overseeing all aspects of the supply chain, including procurement, inventory management, logistics and warehousing. Interested applicants should contact the OSM Department.

Why Getting a Supply Chain Management MBA is Highly Recommended

"...the growing number of schools offering supply chain-focused MBA programs is evidence of this niche’s growing trend. Those who have an interest in supply-side management would be wise to look into this growing field—the time, not to mention the demand, has never been stronger."

SAP Course: Additional Session is now being offered Jan 2 - 6.

Due to excessive demand, The OSM department will be hosting an additional SAP training course January 2 through 6!

Careers in OSM Information Session

Join The OSM department at our meet and greet event to explore career opportunities in Operations and Supply Chain Management.

OSM Department participated in Midtown 10k.

The OSM department joined CSU students and staff in the Midtown 10k/5k.

OSM China trip featured in the Cauldron!

The Cauldron has featured the OSM department's 2013 Spring Break trip to China.

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