Supply Chain Management Certificate

Program Statement

Students will have a broad knowledge of how the different aspects of the supply chain operate and how they are ‘linked’ in a chain to enable organizations to plan and execute product and service delivery to achieve customer satisfaction.

Program Information

• This program requires 18 credits to graduate.
• The program, which includes an internship, will provide students with both an intellectual and practical foundation to enable them to analyze and evaluate a variety of contemporary issues involved in designing and implementing global supply chain systems.
• Students who have taken courses at other institutions may receive transfer credit. All transfer credit requests for business related courses (ACC, BNK, BUS, LSM, MAN, MAR and RMN) must be approved by the Business Administration Department Chair.

After Bristol

Students can enter into the supply chain workforce.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to: 

1. Analyze integrated supply chain systems, including logistics, procurement, inventory, and distribution, to support effective planning and execution of operations.
2. Evaluate logistics and distribution strategies in relation to organizational goals, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
3. Apply data-informed decision-making and analytical techniques to assess supply chain performance and support operational improvements.
4. Utilize technology and information systems to coordinate, track, and optimize supply chain activities.
5. Apply systems-thinking and continuous improvement principles to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and overall supply chain effectiveness.