The Bachelor of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is a 120 credit hour program that is available through the Embry-Riddle Worldwide Campus network. Curriculum is built upon a strong foundation of established coursework that will help you distinguish yourself as a leader in this fast-growing career field.
You will have the choice of multiple learning modes – online, face-to-face, video teleconference – to gain the advanced knowledge and skill sets that set you apart as an informed professional. Topics of study will include: technology, process, and people solutions for warehousing, distribution, and transportation operations; inventory management methods that optimize the supply chain; purchasing and procurement policies and procedures; metrics for tracking and analyzing supply chain performance; best practices, regulations, and professional ethics.
To prepare students for careers in this industry, students are required to become student members of the Institute of Supply Management (ISM). Further, the BSLSCM Program is aligned with the ISM Supply Chain Capability Model.
Successful completion of this program will provide you with a strong foundation of knowledge that will serve you on the job and prepare you for future training and education, including a Master’s Degree or professional certifications such as the Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) and Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity (CPSD) offered by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM); or the Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) offered by Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM); or Certified Professional Logistician (CPL) offered by the International Society of Logistics (SOLE). The certification process for the above can be found on each organization’s website, and it involves taking exams on different topics and may also require a minimum number of years of professional experience.
Embry-Riddle Logistics and Supply Chain Management graduates are in great demand around the corner and around the world. Any industry that is impacted by manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, transportation, and/or inventory management, is in great need for logisticians and supply chain professionals. A career in Logistics and Supply Chain Management also pays very well. Source: Salary.com for average Supply Chain Manager salary.
As part of the college of business undergraduate degree, students will take a comprehensive exam in MGMT 436 (Strategic Management).
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