Program Overview

Introduction to Supply Chain Management

The Supply Chain Management program at Suffolk University is designed to address industry demands through an interdisciplinary curriculum that combines technical expertise with essential soft skills, as well as theoretical foundations with practical experience. This comprehensive education will prepare students to navigate and lead effectively within today's rapidly changing global economy.

Program Overview

The Sawyer Business School's Supply Chain Management program is an interdisciplinary program that integrates core concepts from Information Systems and Operations Management (ISOM), Marketing, and Strategy & International Business. The program equips learners with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the dynamic and globally interconnected field of supply chain management.

Program Requirements

The BSBA in Supply Chain Management requires the successful completion of 24 credits (8 courses), drawn primarily from core disciplines in ISOM, Marketing Strategy, and International Business. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 in the major, as well as a 2.0 GPA overall, must be maintained for graduation.

Curriculum

The curriculum offers flexibility, allowing learners to design their own course package. The program includes a range of courses that provide students with a comprehensive understanding of supply chain management, including:

• Logistics
• Procurement
• Demand management
• Supply chain strategy
• International business

Program Benefits

The program provides students with hands-on and immersive learning opportunities with industry partners across sectors ranging from pharmaceutical, high tech, apparel, 3rd-party logistics, to manufacturing. Students will gain the credentials and qualifications that make them stand out among business professionals and set them on the path to a fulfilling career.

Location

Suffolk University's prime downtown Boston location places students at the heart of a global innovation hub and many global supply chains, providing unparalleled opportunities for networking and career advancement.

Career Opportunities

Supply chain professionals play a critical role not only in businesses but also in government agencies, and institutions such as hospitals and universities. Career opportunities in this field have never been greater, and the program prepares students to navigate and lead effectively within today's rapidly changing global economy.