Operations, Supply Chain and Logistics Management Major (B.S.)

Program Overview

The University of New Hampshire's Bachelor of Science in Operations, Supply Chain, and Logistics Management equips graduates with a comprehensive understanding of operations management, supply chain dynamics, and project execution. The program combines foundational business knowledge with practical applications in areas such as quality control, logistics, and technology, preparing students for careers in various sectors and roles within operations management.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Operations, Supply Chain, and Logistics Management from the University of New Hampshire (UNH) provides a solid business education with a specialization in operations, covering areas like supply chain management, project management, quantitative methods, and quality control.

Objectives:

• To equip graduates with a comprehensive understanding of operations management, including knowledge and skills in supply chain, logistics, production, quality, project management, transportation, and technology.
• To develop effective managers who can make strategic contributions by understanding operational and supply chain dynamics, project execution, and decision-making.

Program Description:

The program combines foundational business knowledge and skills in operations, supply chain, and logistics, enabling graduates to make strategic decisions and solve problems within organizations. The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical concepts and practical applications.

Outline:

Foundation Courses (26 credits):

• APST 405 - Career Development and Planning (2 cr.)
• CMPL 402 - Excel (2 cr.)
• DAT 510 - Introduction to Data Analytics (4 cr.)
• ECO 635 - Economics of Artificial Intelligence (4 cr.)
• MGMT 410 - Principles of Management (4 cr.)
• MGMT 569 - Budget Management (4 cr.)

Intermediate Courses (16 credits):

• CMPL 643 - Managing Information Technology (4 cr.)
• MGMT 626 - Project Management Strategies (4 cr.)
• MTH 504 - Statistics (4 cr.)
• SCM 610 - Supply Chain Management (4 cr.)

Advanced Courses (20 credits):

• OPS 570 - Operations Management (4 cr.)
or MGMT 680 - Global Business (4 cr.)
• OPS 605 - Quality Management (4 cr.)
or SCM 570 - Supply Chain Purchasing Management (4 cr.)
• OPS 610 - Sustainable Facility Operations (4 cr.)
or SCM 715 - Logistics Management (4 cr.)
• OPS 720 - Fundamentals of LEAN Process Improvement (4 cr.)
or MGMT 642 - International and Cross-Cultural Management (4 cr.)

Integrative Capstone (4 credits):

• MGMT 795 - Integrative Capstone: Industry-Based Internship (4 cr.)
or MGMT 798 - Integrative Capstone: Strategic Management Experience (4 cr.)

Assessment:

• Course Requirements: A minimum grade of C- is required in all major coursework.
• Major GPA Requirement: A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required for the major courses.
• Writing Program Requirements: Completion of four writing-intensive courses, including ENG 420 - The Writing Process and three additional Writing Intensive courses.

Careers:

Graduates of the Operations, Supply Chain, and Logistics Management program are prepared for careers in various sectors and roles, including:

• Operations Manager
• Supply Chain Manager
• Logistics Manager
• Project Manager
• Production Supervisor
• Quality Control Manager
• Inventory Controller
• Purchasing Specialist
• Transportation Planner
• Consulting and Advisory Positions in Operations Management