Supply Chain Management, B.S.
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Overview
Like solving puzzles? Supply Chain Management is one of the fastest-growing areas of study in the country. As the world has become more connected, the art of moving goods and services around has gotten more complicated requiring good problem-solving skills and the right training. This program was created in collaboration with Ryder and Harry’s to meet that need.
With 6 job openings for every 1 qualified applicant and 93% of Supply Chain grads landing a job within 6 months, this degree is designed to expand your career-focused business school options.
Hybrid Program Benefits
This program includes online courses as part of the curriculum through our partnership with Rize. These online courses offer students cutting-edge curriculum, greater scheduling flexibility, access to nationwide experts in the field, and access to even more resume-ready skills.
In this program, you will learn about:
- Working with clients to set goals and assess risk tolerance
- Risk management and insurance planning
- Investing in the securities market, risk/return, stocks, bonds, options, futures
- Tax consequences and lawful tax-minimizing tactics
- Financial planning for retirement
- Tax and non-tax considerations in estate planning
Giant Careers for Supply Chain Management
The Supply Chain Management program (SCM) is designed to give students the skills necessary to secure an entry-level position in SCM, while also providing them with the educational background necessary for them to grow in their careers.
Logistics Planner
$73,354
Median salary
Purchase Agent
$97,000
Median salary
Operations Manager
$90,337
Median salary
Curriculum
Some courses in this program are taught virtually through Rize Education.
Course Requirements
In addition to a strong foundation of business, accounting, and communications, students complete courses dedicated to the latest trends and challenges in the supply chain industry, such as the integration of AI and the importance of sustainability. These courses include:
- BUSN 3185 Forecasting and Logistics
- BUSN 4165 Sourcing and Operations
- BUSN 4930 Supply Chain Management Capstone
FAQs
Do I really need a degree to work in Supply Chain?
How much more can I earn with this degree?
In their first year of employment, people working in Supply Chain Management earn an average of $10,000 more with a college degree. That grows to $30,000 more per year by your 6th year of employment.
Was this program really created with corporate partners?
Yes! The only way to make sure our program gives you the skills you need to get hired and teaches you to work through real-world problems that actually matter is to partner with the people out there who are actually doing it. Our collaboration with Ryder means that their multi-billion-dollar expertise is reflected in everything you’ll study here.
What will my career look like?
How do I know if I’m interested in this major?
What is a flipped classroom?
What does live class optional mean?
Flexibility. Optional live sessions mean our courses can be completed asynchronously, but you will still have the ability to attend live sessions with your instructor. Many students prefer learning that comes with live interactions, while other students love the flexibility of doing them whenever they fit into their schedule.
Who will be in my class?
Program Goals
- Apply the concepts of the core areas of business and supply chain management to real-world situations.
- Use tools and technology to support business decision-making.
- Recognize the challenges associated with a variety of ethical, legal, economic, financial, and social situations.
- Communicate successfully in individual and team settings.
Contact
Dr. Patricia Davis
570-945-8424
patricia.davis@keystone.edu
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