Supply Chain Management (B.S.) Major

B.S. in Supply Chain Management

Supply chain management is in high demand in today’s job market. As companies become more integrated, their logistics and sources of supply have also become more complex. Business practices now emphasize in-time deliveries and maintaining slim inventories making the management of a widely dispersed supply system a key component in many businesses.

In today’s modern economy, something as simple as a razor might be manufactured in multiple countries with each part coming from a different supplier. Learn how businesses manage this increasing complexity behind the scenes through efficient sourcing of suppliers and operations. You will have the opportunity to apply this knowledge by conducting a real-world case study of a product of your choosing.

Learn how to use forecasting techniques to match supply and demand, and how to develop logistics networks that help minimize costs and deliver top customer service.

Students will be tasked with creating a series of solutions to actual problems faced by a real-world company in delivering their product to consumers. Students will build experience in solving real-world supply chain problems and seeing how their solutions compare to actual professionals in the field.

Greensboro College aims to serve this area and prepare students with the experience in their coursework that places them in the forefront of potential employees.