Bachelor's Degree in University Studies – Supply Chain Management

Degree: Bachelor of Science
Major: University Studies
Concentration: Supply Chain Management
Hours: 120

Degree Description

The Bachelor of Science Degree in University Studies – Supply Chain Management is a 120-hour program with online or on-campus options. This program has eight supply chain management related courses, plus four writing and communication courses to prepare students to solve today's complex problems.

Supply chain management is the study of the flow of goods from raw material to the consumer. Today's dynamic, global and interconnected world requires professionals who can manage and optimize supply chain operations. Recent supply chain issues such as the microchip shortage in the automotive industry and substantial delays in vessel operations at U.S. ports highlight the critical nature of the global supply chain and the challenging problems faced by supply chain management professionals. Companies and government agencies require employees who can effectively operate systems to deliver goods to customers.

What is unique about Supply Chain Management at Lamar University?

Our degree program combines a structured program of study with the flexibility to customize the student's educational experience. Students can apply up to 90 hours of prior university coursework toward the degree, and, of those 90 hours, the degree can accommodate up to 27 hours of related technical credit. Also, a limited number of prerequisites allows our students to progress to advanced coursework quickly so that a timely graduation is achieved.