Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management
Department
Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Management
College
College of Business
Overview of the program
The overall educational objective of the Supply Chain Management undergraduate degree program is to provide students with a conceptual foundation in Supply Chain Management and its disciplines of: Marketing, Operations Management and Information Systems. The multi-discipline program is intended to provide the skill bases necessary to build successful careers in industry or to succeed in graduate school.
Concentrations
Supply Chain Management majors may choose a general concentration in the program, or choose to concentrate in Information Systems. Both paths lead to the Bachelor of Science degree.
Strengths of the program
- Supply Chain Management faculty are recognized for their pursuit of excellence in teaching and research. Dr. Michael Jones is the recent recipient of Southeastern Louisiana University's Presidential Award for Excellence in Teaching. Dr. Barb Schuldt has been awarded the Paul B. Candies Distinguished Professorship in Management for excellence in research.
- Department faculty maintain close ties with industry and employ present-day case tools to emphasize practical learning. Past projects include: a database management system for the Tangi Food Pantry, and student research projects for Ragan & Massey Distribution.
- The College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB).
Preparing for a job in the program
Students hoping to pursue a career in marketing should:
- Develop good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Participate in the internship program.
- Participate in the student chapter of the Institute for Supply Management
Careers in the program
Some occupations may require advanced graduate or professional degrees. For more information on training and qualifications needed for a particular career, consult Southeastern Louisiana University's Office of Career Services.
- Supply Chain Manager
- Logistics Analyst
- Director of Supplier Quality and Procurement
- Chief Procurement Officer
- Supply Management Analyst
- New Product Procurement Planner
- Strategic Sourcing Manager
Starting Salaries after completing the program (estimates only)
$47,869 for the class of 2009 (Inside Supply Management, May 2009)
Campus organizations and activities affiliated with the program
Institute for Supply Management
Related fields that might interest you
- Traffic Manager
- Inventory Planner
- Materials Analyst
- Commodity Manager
- Contract Analyst
- Buyer/Planner
For information on training and qualifications needed for the specific occupations you are considering, consult the Occupational Outlook Handbook or other career guidance resources. Also, take advantage of career planning services offered by the university.
How do I know this is the degree for me?
Common Strengths and interests of students in the program
Helpful qualities for Supply Chain Management majors include:
- Ability to think creatively to solve problems
- Ability to work on teams
- Ability to develop a concise project plan for a difficult challenge and develop a conclusion
- Willingness to work in new settings with different people in different environments
- Willingness to take a leadership role within the organization to drive change
Contact Information
Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Management
College of Business
SLU 10844
Hammond, LA 70402
On Campus: Garrett Hall, Room 74
Telephone: 985-549-2277
Fax: 985-549-5010
E-mail: debra.denoux@selu.edu
