Program Overview

Program Overview

The Supply Chain Management program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of supply chain management. The program includes a range of courses that cover topics such as accounting, business communication, quantitative business analysis, organizational behavior, and international business.

Course Descriptions

• ACCT101 Principles Of Accounting 1: This course includes the recording, classifying, reporting, and interpreting of financial data for service and merchandising businesses. It covers the study of journals, ledgers, and financial statements used by these entities, as well as the accounting treatment of assets, liabilities, expenses, and revenues. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: EL400-1
• ACCT102 Principles Of Accounting 2: This course covers accounting systems in medium and large size firms, including the accounting treatments of formation and profit distribution of partnerships and corporations. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: ACCT101-2
• ARAB201 Arabic Language 2: This course builds on the foundation of Arabic language skills, with a focus on reading, writing, and conversation. Credit Hours: 2, Prerequisite: ARAB101-2, BUS101-1, BUS351-1, STAT121-1
• BUS 230 Business Communication: This course covers the principles and practices of effective business communication, including written and oral communication, presentation skills, and interpersonal communication. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: BUS101-1, ENG102-3
• BUS 231 Quantitative Business Analysis: This course introduces students to the use of quantitative methods in business decision-making, including data analysis, statistical modeling, and optimization techniques. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: BUS101-1, ENG102-3, SCM230-2, STAT121-1
• BUS 240 Organizational Behavior: This course examines the behavior of individuals and groups within organizations, including motivation, leadership, and organizational change. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: BUS101-1, ENG101-7, ENG102-3
• BUS 241 Business Law: This course covers the legal framework of business, including contracts, torts, and business organizations. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: BUS101-1
• BUS 350 International Business: This course explores the global business environment, including international trade, investment, and marketing. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: BUS101-1, ECON201-1, ENG102-3, MKT120-1, SCM230-2
• BUS 351 Entrepreneurship: This course introduces students to the principles and practices of entrepreneurship, including business planning, financing, and marketing. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: BUS101-1, ENG102-3, FIN230-1, MKT120-1, SCM230-2
• BUS 470 Research Methods: This course covers the principles and practices of research in business, including research design, data collection, and data analysis. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: ARAB101-2, BUS101-1, BUS351-1, SCM230-2, SCM240-1, STAT121-1
• BUS 471 Strategic Management: This course examines the strategic management process, including environmental analysis, strategy formulation, and strategy implementation. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: FIN230-1, HRM120-1, MKT120-1, SCM230-2
• ELCTLO1 Major Elective 1: This course allows students to explore a topic of interest in depth, with a focus on critical thinking and analysis. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: ECON101-1
• ELCTLO2 Major Elective 2: This course provides students with the opportunity to explore a topic of interest in depth, with a focus on critical thinking and analysis. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: ENG102-3
• HRM 120 Human Resource Management: This course covers the principles and practices of human resource management, including recruitment, selection, training, and development. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: BUS101-1, ENG101-7
• ISLS301 Islamic Culture 3 (Business Ethics): This course examines the principles and practices of business ethics from an Islamic perspective, including social responsibility, trust, devotion, loyalty, law-obedience, and honesty. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: SCM230-2, SCM240-1
• MATH099 Pre-Calculus: This course covers the principles and practices of pre-calculus, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: EL400-1
• SCM 352 Warehousing Management: This course examines the principles and practices of warehousing management, including inventory management, logistics, and supply chain management. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: SCM230-2, SCM240-1
• SCM 360 Erp And Customer Relationship Management: This course covers the principles and practices of enterprise resource planning (ERP) and customer relationship management (CRM), including system implementation and management. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: SCM230-2
• SCM 361 Retail And Service Management: This course examines the principles and practices of retail and service management, including marketing, operations, and logistics. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: SCM230-2
• SCM 362 Lean Supply Chain Management: This course covers the principles and practices of lean supply chain management, including waste reduction, process improvement, and supply chain optimization. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: FIN230-1, HRM120-1, MKT120-1, SCM230-2, SCM240-1
• SCM 472 Project Management: This course examines the principles and practices of project management, including project planning, execution, and control. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: SCM230-2, SCM240-1
• SCM 480 Coop-Training: This course provides students with the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting, with a focus on cooperative education and training. Credit Hours: 6, Prerequisite: SCM230-2
• SOC 140 Communication Skills: This course covers the principles and practices of communication, including interpersonal communication, group communication, and public speaking. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: EL400-1
• STAT121 Introduction To Statistics: This course introduces students to the principles and practices of statistics, including data analysis, statistical modeling, and inference. Credit Hours: 3, Prerequisite: ENG101-7, MATH101-3

Program Requirements

The program requires students to complete a minimum of 120 credit hours, including core courses, electives, and a capstone project. Students must also maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 to graduate.

Admission Criteria

Admission to the program is based on a student's academic record, including GPA, test scores, and prerequisite courses. Students must also submit a personal statement and letters of recommendation as part of the application process.

Research Areas

The program offers research opportunities in a range of areas, including supply chain management, logistics, and operations management. Students can work with faculty members on research projects, including data collection, analysis, and presentation.