Graduate Certificate in Operations and Supply Chain Management

Program Overview

Elizabethtown College's Graduate Certificate in Operations and Supply Chain Management equips professionals with critical management skills, practical case studies, and industry-relevant knowledge in Industry 4.0 and big data. The 12-credit program prepares graduates for diverse roles in sectors like manufacturing, healthcare, and transportation, and can be stacked into the college's MBA or MSL programs.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

Elizabethtown College's Graduate Certificate in Operations and Supply Chain Management equips professionals with the skills to excel in Pennsylvania's thriving manufacturing and distribution sectors.

Objectives:

• Master critical management skills, including negotiation, ethical decision-making, and information technology.
• Apply current purchasing and procurement procedures through practical case studies.
• Utilize project management skills, data analytics, lean principles, and Six Sigma concepts for operations and supply chain management.
• Evaluate Operations and Supply Chain Management (OSCM) from various perspectives, including production, quality management, continuous improvement, and execution.
• Understand the industry's impact on the environment, sustainability, and government regulations.
• Recognize the emerging concept of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).
• Leverage key tools and systems such as Enterprise Resource Planning, Warehouse and Logistics Management Systems, and Supply/Demand Forecasting.

Program Description:

This 12-credit certificate program focuses on Industry 4.0 and big data, preparing professionals for efficient and data-driven decision-making in supply chain management. The program can be completed in as little as one year and can be stacked into Etown's Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Science in Strategic Leadership (MSL).

Careers:

Career Paths:

Graduates are well-prepared for diverse roles in sectors like e-commerce, retail, manufacturing, healthcare, shipping, and transportation. Potential positions include Logistics Coordinator, Production Manager, Supply Chain Analyst, and Quality Manager.

Opportunities and Outcomes:

With a growing regional and national demand for supply chain expertise, this program positions graduates advantageously in a field experiencing substantial growth.

Additional Information:

Credits earned in this certificate program can be stacked into Etown's Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Science in Strategic Leadership (MSL).