Supply Chain Management ,BS
Customer Relationship Management, Data Analytics, Forecasting, Global Supply, Logistics, Management Science, Procurement, Prototyping, Statistical Modelling, Sustainability, Techniques, approved for STEM-OPT extension, design, operations
W. P. Carey's supply chain management program is consistently ranked as one of the top supply chain programs in the world. With this cachet, you'll have the opportunity to be recruited by any of the many leading international companies in many different industries.
Supply chain managers play a crucial role in coordinating the seamless flow of goods and services, from raw material procurement to the delivery of final products to consumers. In today's globalized marketplace, where supply chains span multiple vendors and geographical regions, effective supply chain management is essential for ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency and customer satisfaction.
The Bachelor of Science program in supply chain management offers you a comprehensive understanding of integrated supply chain management principles and practices. Rooted in theoretical frameworks and practical applications, the curriculum encompasses a wide variety of topics, including:
- execution systems
- logistics
- negotiations
- operations management
- planning
- procurement
- strategy development
By integrating these topics with quantitative methodologies such as statistical modeling, data warehousing, data mining, programming, forecasting, operations research techniques, optimization, stochastic modeling, operations analysis, and design and prototyping, you gain a comprehensive understanding of how to leverage data-driven insights. You also acquire advanced analytical tools to optimize supply chain performance and drive strategic decision-making.
Classes are kept small to foster a collaborative learning environment, enabling you to engage actively with faculty and peers. Through hands-on projects and practical case studies, you have the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts to practical scenarios, bringing the material to life and gaining valuable insights into industry best practices.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 24 months. This OPT work authorization period may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing a degree through ASU Online.
- College/school:
W. P. Carey School of Business
- Location: Tempe or Online , ASU Local
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
- First required math course: MAT 210 - Brief Calculus
- Math
intensity: Moderate
This video provides an overview of the Supply Chain Management degree program at ASU.
What If: See how your courses can be applied to another major and find out how to change your major.
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
Additional requirements:
First-year admission requirements: Students must have a score of 1230 SAT Reasoning OR 25 ACT score, OR graduated in the top 8% of high school class, OR have an overall high school GPA of 3.40 in ASU competency courses (scale is 4.00 = "A").
First-year applicants should select an additional major when applying for admission. Additional choices may include any of the W. P. Carey business Bachelor of Arts programs or any other degree program outside of the W. P. Carey School of Business. Students who are not admissible to a W. P. Carey business BS major and who did not select a second major or are not admissible to their second major choice are placed in a business BA program in the W. P. Carey School of Business.
Readmission requirements: Students must meet first-year admission requirements by way of high school GPA, test score or class rank and must have a transfer GPA of 3.00 (if applicable) and a cumulative ASU GPA of 3.00.
Transfer admission requirements:
Students are required to have met ASU transfer student admission requirements, have a transfer GPA of 3.00 (and 3.00 ASU GPA, if applicable), and have met one of the following: an SAT Reasoning score of 1160 (prior to March 2016), or an SAT Reasoning score of 1230 (after March 2016), or an ACT score of 25, or graduated in the top 8% of their high school class, or have an overall high school GPA of 3.40 in ASU competency courses (scale is 4.00 = "A"). Transfer students who do not meet the above requirements may still qualify for direct admission by meeting all of the following: ASU general transfer student admission requirements, a transfer GPA of 3.00 (and ASU GPA, if applicable), and a 3.40 cumulative GPA in the following courses or equivalents. Students must have completed at least six of the eight courses. Transfer students should select an additional major when applying for admission. Additional choices may include any of the school's BA programs or any other business or other degree program outside W. P. Carey School of Business. Students who are admissible to the university but do not meet admission requirements for this program and did not select a second major, or are not admissible to their second major choice, will be placed in a BA program in the W. P. Carey School of Business. Students not interested in the program or campus location may reach out to wpcareyug@asu.edu for assistance in selecting another degree program.
Students should visit the W. P. Carey School of Business website to determine whether they meet change of major requirements. Students who are ready to change their major should submit their request through the advising website.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
It is now possible to earn an ASU degree with ASU Local, an integrated college experience in which students take advantage of in-person success coaching and programming experiences on site while completing one of 130+ undergraduate online degree programs, all of which come with online faculty interaction and tutoring support.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
As globalization continues to impact the way people live and work, international experience has become vital to success in every field of business. Through international study and internships, students gain valuable skills that employers are looking for, including communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility, motivation and a global perspective on business applications worldwide.
The W. P. Carey School of Business recommends these programs for students majoring in supply chain management.
Career track progression could lead to the vice president level in supply chain-related areas. Graduates of this program are recruited by firms around the world and in all sectors of the economy, including:
- health care
- manufacturing
- public and private
- retail
- service
Graduates of this program are highly sought-after and have excellent placements. Positions that supply chain management graduates have obtained include:
- buyer or planner
- distribution manager
- internet marketing analyst
- inventory specialist
- logistics planner
- materials manager
- operations planner or analyst
- planner or analyst
- production coordinator
- supply management analyst
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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4.3%
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$213,990
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6.1%
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$107,230
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4.4%
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$105,770
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16.7%
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$82,320
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-8.7%
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$50,580
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3.1%
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$148,080
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6.1%
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$107,230
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NASPO Department of Supply Chain Management
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BA 445
wpcarey.scm@asu.edu
480-965-6044
Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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