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Subject: Read: Yet another reason to consider the BA minor (sorry to be so pushy about these skills)...Students: I do not normally share emails from colleagues with students, but this one greatly benefits you to know.  I wanted you to see what some companies out there place a premium on.  Thank you.  Sime FYI, since this email was written in 2019 (Coupa bought Llamasoft for $1.5B!!!!).  Then, in Dec 2022:Thoma Bravo,...

Subject: Read: Business Analytics Minor (I think this minor keeps you from ever being a victim of technology)Students (see the very end of this from a former student very recently): Thank you for a great first day of class!  Also, everyone currently has an A in the class.  I know it can turn into a marathon session, but I am very grateful for the respect and courtesy that you showed me. ...

Hello All: I would like you to tell me about yourself that sells me on you.  Instead of a sales organization (see attached template), convince me that a potential employer (or professor) would be interested in you. It is the kind of thing you would do if you walked into a room at the career fair.  I will watch it and ask myself if I would want to interview this...

I meet a lot of people involved in family owned businesses & they often ask me for material on succession. I reached out to my colleagues in this space & here is some of their recommended reading. Get ready for the next disruption in your supply chain: no succession planning. *60% of the US workforce is employed by a family-owned business.*78% of all new jobs in the US are created...

Great Read: When in the job interview process do you disclose that you only want to work remotely? It is becoming increasingly common for our graduates to prioritize remote work opportunities. Great Read: When in the job interview process do you disclose that you only want to work remotely? https://lnkd.in/ggqZ8xbZ. It is becoming increasingly common for our graduates to prioritize remote work opportunities. The appeal of flexibility and the comfort of...

I am always trying to figure out how to teach Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to our students. For example, if a company wanted to get started w/ using RPA, where & how should they begin? See: I am always trying to figure out what/how to teach Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to our SCM students. For example, if a company wanted to get started w/ using RPA, where & how should...

The top 10 most-regretted college majors — and the degrees graduates wish they had pursued instead. Students/Parents: Which college majors pay off? Is graduate school a golden goose or a money pit? Are Ivy League degrees usually worth it? Dr./Professor Sime (Sheema) Curkovic3 min read·2 days ago 1 The top 10 most-regretted college majors — and the degrees graduates wish they had pursued instead: https://lnkd.in/gtapAxUJ. Students/Parents: Which college majors pay off?...

Compensation levels for healthcare provider-based supply chain professionals…Over 35,000 jobs on LinkedIn w/ Indirect Procurement built into the job description… Compensation levels for healthcare provider-based supply chain professionals: “For the fourth consecutive year, the average compensation level for a Director/Manager of Materials Management remains solidly within the six-digit realm at $105,380. But the double twist is that this year’s total is 4.4% lower than last year’s $110,185, and for the...

Yes, WMU supply chain grads from 2022 have a median wage range of $65-$75K. Watch these “major” stories on WMU Haworth’s students. Parents: 93% WMU graduates are employed or continuing education. Yes, WMU supply chain grads from 2022 have a median wage range of $65-$75K. Watch these “major” stories on WMU Haworth’s students.https://lnkd.in/dHhA8iEX. Parents: 93% WMU graduates are employed or continuing education. https://lnkd.in/gPxaBnys. FYI, from 2021, WMU salary report by every...

Are Supply Chain professionals using ArcGIS Pro technology? Do you think our SCM students should learn this? ArcGIS is a technology that can help companies manage risk. Are Supply Chain professionals using ArcGIS Pro technology? Do you think our SCM students should learn this? ArcGIS is a technology that can help companies manage risk. Nationally, almost zero SCM graduates will have this on their resume. I recently had a GIS...