Supply Chain Management - AS (2017)

Division: Business Division

The A.S. in Supply Chain Management is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), http://www.acbsp.org.

General Education Requirements (32 Credits)
Written & Oral Communication (6)
ENG 101College Composition I3
ENG 102College Composition II3
Quantitative/Scientific Knowledge, Skills & Reasoning (8)
Select one Math course from the following:4
MTH 100, MTH 101, MTH 127
Select one Science course from the following:4
BIO 101, BIO 102, BIO 103, BIO 104, BIO 116, BIO 121, BIO 122, BIO 211, BIO 220, BIO 237,
CHM 101, CHM 102, CHM 103, CHM 104, GEO 101, GEO 102,
PHY 101, PHY 102, PHY 103, PHY 104, PHY 105, PHY 113, PHY 114,
Technological Competency (3)
CIS 131Micro Computers in Business3
Society & Human Behavior (9)
ECO 101Principles of Economics I (Macro)3
ECO 102Principles of Economics II (Micro)3
Select one of the following:3
ANT 101, ANT 105, POL 104, PSY 101, PSY 102, PSY 219, SOC 101, SOC 108, SOC 219
Humanistic Perspective (3)
Select any English Literature course 3
or Select one of the following courses:
Historical Perspective (3)
Select any History (HST) course3
Major Requirements (15 Credits)
SCM 101Intro. to Operations and SCM3
SCM 201Principles Supply Chain Mgmt.3
SCM 219Transportation & Warehousing3
Select two of the following:6
SCM 229, SCM 239, SCM 249
Additional Course Requirements (13 Credits)
ACC 101Prin of Accounting I Financial4
BUS 101Business Organization & Mgmt3
BUS 201Principles of Management3
Select one of the following:3
BUS 211, BUS 231, BUS 251
Total Credits60

Notes:

  1. For an explanation of why General Education courses are included in this Program, please refer to the Section on General Education for an explanation of its Purpose and Requirements. 
  2. This plan assumes the student is eligible to enroll in College Level Courses (designated as 100 +, e.g., ENG 101 College Composition I, HST 101 World Civilization I, MTH 100 Intro. to College Mathematics).  Placement results will determine College Level Readiness in English and Mathematics.  

Supply Chain Management

Curriculum Code: 2017

SCM Poster

Will Earn Upon Program Completion: Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree


The A.S. in Supply Chain Management is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). For more information, please visit http://www acbsp.org.

Why major in Supply Chain Management?

This program is intended to prepare individuals wishing to pursue careers in Supply Chain Management. Students will acquire knowledge enabling them to work as Logistics Managers, Supply Chain Consultants, Transportation and Warehouse Operators, Sales Agents, Forecasters, Distributors, Lean Production Personnel, Customer Service Representatives, and Planning Managers. They acquire ample market experience to be able to work successfully in large and small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies. Students will be prepared to pursue higher levels of study in four-year institutions in the area of supply chain management or related fields. The A.S. in Supply Chain Management is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). For more information, please visit http://www acbsp.org.

If I major in Supply Chain Management, can I transfer into an upper division college or university?

Certainly! This major is designed for transfer to a baccalaureate program. Many colleges and universities will apply most or all the courses you have taken toward a bachelor’s degree.

Are there any requirements I must satisfy before I start taking courses in this major?

Based on your evaluation and placement, you may be required to take developmental courses in English and/or Mathematics before taking core curriculum courses required for this major.

How long will it take for me to complete this degree?

Assuming no developmental coursework is required and the student registers for an average of 16 credits per semester, this degree can be completed within two years. Students can reduce this timeframe by enrolling in summer courses.

Where should I direct specific questions about this program?

Visit the Business Division in the Green Area of the Main Campus or call (973) 877-3222.

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

  • Develop knowledge and understanding in relation to the fundamental concepts and components of Supply Chain Management and its role as it relates to the business environment;
  • Develop knowledge, understanding and skills in the areas of Warehousing, Inventory Management, Distribution, and Transportation as well as the importance of integrating each factor as it relates to decision-making;
  • Develop knowledge and understanding of Demand Planning, Order Fulfillment and Consumer Satisfaction;
  • Show understanding of how to apply various strategies in the field of Supply Chain Management as it relates to Procurement and Risk Management;
  • Demonstrate knowledge of manufacturing operations (planning, process, and control) as it relates to general logistics.