Supply Chain and Logistics Management Degree - Bachelor of Science

College of Business

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Degree Information

This accelerated degree program in Supply Chain and Logistics Management is designed to provide a foundation of professional skills needed to become a successful global business manager. This degree program is designed to provide a foundation in supply chain and logistics management from both a U.S. perspective and a global perspective. The analytical and problem solving skills necessary for solving a variety of supply chain and logistical problems will be presented. Topics include inventory management, transportation, procurement, and warehousing. Leading-edge supply chain strategies including global logistics management and RFID are also explored. A foundation in basic business concepts, business communication, problem solving and decision making is also provided.

Curriculum

Major Requirements (36 credit hours)

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• SCLM 309 Foundations of Supply Chain Communication

  This course focuses on the practical application of business communication. Emphasis will be placed on learning the different types of writing required in the modern business environment including an introduction to professional presentations. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.

• SCLM 319 Decision Making in a Global Environment

  This course focuses on the knowledge needed to understand and apply processes for making business decisions. Emphasis is placed on the role of the pillars of capitalism as the underlying assumptions for making economic decisions in the U.S. Emphasis will also be placed on developing critical thinking skills. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.

• SCLM 329 Fiscal Management for Supply Chain Management

  This course focuses on the practical application of accounting concepts and processes and financial data analysis. The importance of the management of business information systems will also be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on how these basic concepts are used in today’s global business environment. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.

• SCLM 426 Management and the International Organization

  This course is an overview of global management theory and organizational practices. Management strategies for operations and marketing in a global economy are examined. Organizational behavior and economic theory is also examined as it relates to these strategies. Also included are team work and communication skills. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.

• SCLM 436 Introduction to Supply Chain and Logistics Management

  This course provides an examination of supply chain and logistics management concepts from both U.S. and global perspectives. Key logistics and supply chain activities are explored with an emphasis on the opportunities that can be realized through effective and innovative supply chain and logistics management. The pros and cons of global sourcing are also explored as a foundation for understanding the supply chain management and logistics strategies. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.

• SCLM 446 Global Logistics and Transportation

  This course addresses a variety of issues involved in the logistics and transportation components of the global supply chain. Topics include an examination of how government and legal actions affect the transportation and logistics operations. The course also focuses on operational security issues. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.

• SCLM 456 Business Logistics Systems Analysis

  This course explores a variety of analytical techniques and information technologies used in supply chain and logistics management operations. The course will provide opportunities to analyze and apply the appropriate techniques to solve supply chain management and logistics problems. A variety of concepts such as inventory management, productivity, quality, capacity management, forecasting are examined using information technology. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.

• SCLM 466 Supply Chain Management Financial, Capital, Cash and Legal Considerations

  This course integrates the supply chain operations of the firm. The course examines how the supply chain affects the capital, cash and financial performance of the firm. Economic and pricing aspects of various transportation modes are also examined. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.

• SCLM 476 Capstone and Public Relations

  Students will demonstrate competency as a manager in the professional field of Supply Chain Logistics Management by conducting an analysis of a topic related to their SCLM career. Using the results of this analysis the student will then prepare a professionally written report and oral presentation of their findings. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.