Enterprise Systems
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Enterprise Systems
This course is part of Information Systems Specialization
Instructor: Jason Chan
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What you'll learn
Learn (more) about Enterprise Systems/Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERPs).
Understand why ERPs are useful to companies.
Develop an appreciate of the managerial aspects related to the selection and implementation of ERPs.
Learn practical knowledge that would help to address real world business problems associated with ERP usage and implementation.
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course provides you with an understanding of what Enterprise Systems (also commonly termed as Enterprise Resource Planning Systems, ERPs) are. After learning about what these systems are, we would touch upon why these systems are useful to companies, through which you would get to see the various jobs and positions that are associated with the use and deployment of ERPs.
In this course, you would also develop an appreciation of the managerial aspects related to the selection and implementation of ERPs. Specifically, we would touch on the important points to consider when shortlisting and purchasing an ERP, the approaches taken in ERP implementation, and change management techniques to utilize when an organization is undergoing ERP implementation. At the end of this class, you will be endowed with practical knowledge that would help you to address real world business problems associated with ERP usage and implementation.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
7 videos•Total 53 minutes
- 1.1a Personal Introduction•6 minutes
- 1.1b Introduction to Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)•13 minutes
- 1.1c Course Overview•4 minutes
- 1.2 Business Process Concept•10 minutes
- 1.3a Business Functions Part 1•5 minutes
- 1.3b Business Functions Part 2•6 minutes
- 1.4 A Brief History of SAP•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Module 1: ERP Fundamentals Quiz•15 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 20 minutes
- ERP Related Jobs•20 minutes
What's included
7 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
7 videos•Total 58 minutes
- 2.1a Companies and Business Processes•4 minutes
- 2.1b Procurement Process•11 minutes
- 2.1c Production Process•6 minutes
- 2.1d Business Fulfillment Process•9 minutes
- 2.2 Sales Organization•8 minutes
- 2.3 Master Data•11 minutes
- 2.4 Example Fulfillment Process•8 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Module 2: Business Processes in ERP Quiz•15 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 20 minutes
- Multiple Documents•20 minutes
What's included
5 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
5 videos•Total 54 minutes
- 3.1a ERP Selection Process Part 1•18 minutes
- 3.1b ERP Selection Process Part 2•14 minutes
- 3.1c ERP Selection Process Part 3•9 minutes
- 3.2 Magic Quadrant Tool•7 minutes
- 3.3 ERP Module Possibilities•6 minutes
1 reading•Total 30 minutes
- Clash of the Titans Article•30 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Module 3: Software Selection & Considerations Quiz•15 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 20 minutes
- ERP Software At Your Work•20 minutes
What's included
5 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
5 videos•Total 56 minutes
- 4.1 ERP Implementation Considerations•14 minutes
- 4.2 Defending Against Pitfalls•20 minutes
- 4.3a ERP Implementation Best Practices Part 1•7 minutes
- 4.3b ERP Implementation Best Practices Part 2•8 minutes
- 4.4 ERP Implementation Partner Considerations•8 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Module 4: Change Management Quiz•15 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 20 minutes
- ERP Automation•20 minutes
What's included
1 video1 peer review
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Project Overview•1 minute
1 peer review•Total 60 minutes
- Course Project•60 minutes
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Reviewed on Feb 19, 2020
Very Interesting Course , contained all the needed information about ERP systems, very well organized.
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2020
It could be more interesting if there could be some more examples of ERP implementation from real world scenario.
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2020
This is a good course. The lecturer also tries is best to break it down for easy understanding.
Frequently asked questions
You'll learn what enterprise systems are, why companies use them, and how ERP decisions affect real business operations. It starts with how departments and workflows connect, then builds into software selection, implementation choices, and change management. You'll apply that through activities like comparing ERP options and planning an upgrade from a legacy system.
No, you don't need prior ERP experience to get started. Some familiarity with how companies operate can help with examples like procurement or fulfillment, but the course begins by explaining business processes and department roles. You also won't be expected to know a specific ERP platform in advance.
Yes, it's a good fit if you're new to ERP and want a business-focused introduction. The course begins with core ideas like enterprise systems, business processes, and how departments work together before moving into selection and implementation. It may feel less useful if you're looking for deep technical training inside a specific ERP system.
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