Program Overview
The M.B.A. with a concentration in Supply Chain Management is an AACSB-accredited online program designed to equip students with leadership skills and analytical abilities for roles in the supply chain industry. It emphasizes effective management practices and provides a broader perspective on business operations. Faculty with deep industry expertise deliver the program's curriculum, which covers essential principles, problem-solving, and career preparation.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a concentration in Supply Chain Management is an online program designed to equip students with the analytical and problem-solving skills necessary for leadership roles in the field. It caters to both individuals with established careers seeking advancement and those preparing to enter the business world.
Objectives:
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of supply chain management principles and practices.
- Develop strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Enhance leadership capabilities for executive positions.
- Acquire a broader perspective on business operations.
- Prepare for diverse career opportunities in the supply chain field.
Teaching:
- The program features faculty with extensive research interests and experience in the Dallas-Fort Worth business community.
- Faculty members are active professionals, providing real-world insights into the complexities of the global supply chain industry.
- The program is delivered through evening and online courses, allowing students to balance their studies with full-time or part-time employment.
Careers:
- Potential Career Paths:
- Distribution Manager
- Fleet Operations Manager
- Industrial Engineers
- Inventory Management
- Loss Prevention Manager
- Operations Research Analyst
- Production and Expediting Manager
- Purchasing Manager
- Shipping, Receiving, and Track Manager
- Storage and Distribution Manager
- Transportation Manager
- The program is housed in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business, which boasts a Business Leadership Building with Gold-level Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification for sustainability.
- Faculty members engage with major companies and corporations, including DHL, IBM, J.C. Penney, Lockheed Martin, PepsiCo, Verizon, and the U.S. Department of Defense, through research and executive development programs.
- The program offers a variety of courses, including:
- Supply Chain Operations Management
- Industrial Distribution and Logistics Analysis
- Advanced Supply Chain Management Problems
- Seminar in Business Ethics and Social Responsibility
- Administrative Strategy
- Strategic Supply Management
