Supply Chain & Project Management

Program Overview

Supply Chain & Project Management

Launch into a role in supply chain management, and help businesses achieve their highest potential.

Types

• Bachelor
• Minor

Location

• On-Campus
• Online

Credits

• 57*

Cost

• $9,875
• $220/per credit hour

Overview

Every company that sells a product needs to manage one thing well: their supply chain.

If you’re ready to develop stronger critical thinking, acquire technological skills, and improve your teamwork skills, then pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management is a good choice for you. A key component of running a business smoothly is utilizing the best supply chain project manager system and managing the process as efficiently as possible. When businesses get this wrong, they cheat themselves out of reaching optimal supply chain performance.

You can help keep that from happening by learning all the ins and outs of supply chain management. Even when logistics technology changes or unexpected challenges occur, if you have a solid understanding of the supply chain and project management processes, you will be able to bounce back and keep your organization on track. And did we mention that this Supply Chain Management Bachelor’s Degree can be completed either on campus or online? You can choose the option that best meets your goals.

By the Numbers

• $77,520: Average Salary
• 18%: Industry Growth
• 1/4: Students Debt-Free
• 16:1: Student-to-Faculty Ratio

Programs & Requirements

General Education Requirements

• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Arts
• Minor

Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain & Project Management

While some supply chain managers learn on the job, this can cause a lack of sound long-term strategy, an absence of knowledge about helpful programs and processes that could improve a company’s supply chain management, and even wasted time, effort, and funding. By learning the ins and outs of supply chain management at Cumberlands – whether you’re an on-campus student or studying online – you can help businesses have a better handle on what needs to be done in order for the organization to maximize profit and grow sustainably.

Supply chain and project management is a critical aspect that encompasses all activities involved in the production and delivery of goods and services, including procurement, transportation, inventory management, and logistics. In addition, it is strategically important because it enables businesses to optimize operations and reduce costs.

Course Requirements

• Required Business Core (24 hours)
  • BADM 133 - Introduction to Business
  • BADM 136 - Microeconomics
  • BADM 137 - Macroeconomics
  • BADM 300 - Business Statistics
  • BADM 330 - Legal Environment of Business
  • BADM 331 - Principles of Management
  • BADM 333 - Business Analytics
  • BADM 436 - Capstone: Global Business
• Required Supply Chain & Project Management Foundation (9 hours)
  • BACC 130 - Fundamentals of Accounting
  • BADM 313 - Operations Management
  • BADM 334 - Principles of Marketing
• Required Supply Chain & Project Management Core (15 hours)
  • BADM 311 - Logistics Management
  • BADM 312 - Supply Chain Management
  • BADM 350 - Principles of Project Management
  • BADM 441 - Contract Management
  • BADM 460 - Program and Project Management
• Required Electives (9 Hours)
  • Choose three from the following:
    • BADM 338 - Business Decision Concepts
    • BADM 339 - Principles of Human Resources Management
    • BADM 431 - Entrepreneurship
    • BADM 461 - Project Quality and Risk
    • BADM 462 - Project Scheduling and Control
    • BADM 463 - Agile Projects

Bachelor of Arts in Supply Chain & Project Management

A Bachelor of Arts requires all the same courses as a Bachelor of Science with the addition of four classes (12 hours) in a foreign language.

• Choose one foreign language sequence:
  • FREN 131 - Elementary French I
  • FREN 132 - Elementary French II
  • FREN 231 - Intermediate French I
  • FREN 232 - Intermediate French II
  • SPAN 131 - Elementary Spanish I
  • SPAN 132 - Elementary Spanish II
  • SPAN 231 - Intermediate Spanish I
  • SPAN 232 - Intermediate Spanish II

Minor in Supply Chain or Project Management

By learning the ins and outs of supply chain management at Cumberlands – whether you’re an on-campus student or studying online – you can help businesses have a better handle on what needs to be done in order for the organization to maximize profit and grow sustainably.

• Supply Chain Management Minor Required Courses (21 credit hours)
  • BADM 133 - Introduction to Business
  • BADM 338 - Business Decision Concepts
  • BADM 311 - Logistics Management
  • BADM 313 - Operations Management
  • BADM 350 - Principles of Project Management
  • BADM 312 - Supply Chain Management
  • BADM 441 - Contract Management
• Project Management Minor Required Courses (21 credit hours)
  • BADM 133 - Introduction to Business
  • BADM 313 - Operations Management
  • BADM 350 - Principles of Project Management
  • BADM 463 - Agile Projects
  • BADM 460 - Program and Project Management
  • BADM 461 - Project Quality and Risk
  • BADM 462 - Project Scheduling and Control

Mission & Goals

To prepare graduates to lead and manage complex project management supply chain systems, drive innovation, effectively utilize technology, and create value for organizations and stakeholders.

• Develop, control, enhance, and effectively manage a complex supply-chain system.
• Address supply chain challenges like cost reduction, risk management, and disruptions.
• Acquire technology skills associated with supply chain management and operation.
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Apply an ethical decision-making framework to decisions.

Career Outcomes

All stats from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

• Logistician: $77,520
• Distribution Manager: $98,560
• Purchasing Agent: $75,120
• Project Management Specialist: $95,370
• Operations Manager: $98,100
• Industrial Production Manager: $107,560

FAQs

• What is a supply chain and project management degree? A supply chain and project management degree is an academic program that prepares students to understand and manage the processes involved in the supply chain—from procurement to production and distribution. It combines principles of supply chain management with project management techniques to improve efficiency and effectiveness in various business operations.
• How long does a supply chain and project management degree take? Typically, a bachelor's degree in supply chain and project management takes about four years to complete if pursued full-time. The program usually requires around 120 credit hours, including both core and elective courses.
• Can I get a supply chain and project management degree online? Yes, many institutions offer supply chain and project management degrees online, allowing flexibility for students to complete their coursework at their convenience while balancing other commitments.
• Is a supply chain and project management degree worth it? Yes, a supply chain and project management degree can be worth it, especially considering the increasing demand for skilled professionals in this field. Graduates often find well-paying jobs, and the skills acquired are applicable across various industries.
• What can I do with a supply chain and project management degree? With this degree, you can pursue various careers, including logistician, distribution manager, purchasing agent, project management specialist, operations manager, and industrial production manager. These roles focus on improving supply chain processes and managing projects efficiently.

Faculty

• Dr. Geremy Harper Adjunct Professor Business Administration
• Dr. Hannah Bolinsky Adjunct Professor Business Administration
• Dr. Steve Horan Adjunct Professor Business Administration

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Launch into a role managing supply-chain systems, helping businesses achieve their highest potential.
• Pursue a bachelor's in supply chain management is a good choice if you're ready to develop stronger critical thinking, acquire technological skill, and improve your teamwork skills.
• Utilizing the best supply chain management system and managing the process as efficiently as possible is a key component of running a business smoothly.
• This degree can be completed either on campus or online, allowing you to choose the option that best meets your goals.

Outline:

• General Education Requirements
• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Arts
• Minor
• Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management
• Required Business Core (24 hours)
• Required Supply Chain Management Foundation (9 hours)
• Required Supply Chain Management Core (15 hours)
• Required Electives (9 Hours)
• Bachelor of Arts in Supply Chain Management

Careers:

• Logistician: $77,520
• Distribution Manager: $98,560
• Purchasing Agent: $75,120
• Project Management Specialist: $95,370
• Operations Manager: $98,100
• Industrial Production Manager: $107,560