Supply Chain Management
A supply chain is a network that produces and distributes goods to consumers or end users. It includes manufacturers, warehouses, distributors, and retailers. Supply Chain Management (SCM) coordinates processes via information systems and technology to manage the flow of precious resources while improving performance.
Our program focuses on the practical and analytical skills needed for process improvement and decision making. You will learn to view organizations holistically, understanding how all choices impact stakeholders throughout the supply chain.
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Experiential Learning
You will utilize data visualization software like Tableau and gain expertise in purchasing, inventory, sales order management, production management, and financial transactions with SAP's Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
The Center for Excellence in Supply Chain Management connects you with mentors and deepens your understanding of supply chain management through projects and competitions. The student-led Duquesne Supply Chain Council (DSCC) hosts the Supply Chain Connection, an annual networking event.
Career Opportunities
In our technologically advanced and interconnected world, the demand for supply chain professionals continues to grow. Graduates typically secure focused roles in supply chain management or information systems, which includes these areas: logistics, procurement and purchasing, distribution, process improvement, and operations.
Program Information
Students are exposed to a broad curriculum focusing on analytical and practical skills. This approach emphasizes the integration of supply chain activities and prepares students for careers in a variety of fields, whether in a small non-profit or large corporation.
Program Type
Major, Minor
Academic Department
Management and Supply Chain Management
Duration
4-year
Required Credit Hours
75
From Our Alumni
"Thanks to the supply chain management knowledge I gained from the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business, I am very comfortable in my professional role at Nestlé."
Presented by the Center for Excellence in Supply Chain Management, and the Information
Systems Management and Supply Chain Management departments. Co-sponsored by SAP University
Alliance. To qualify, you must complete three designated courses corresponding to your program.
SAP Student Recognition Award
Gain experience in purchasing, inventory, sales order management, production management,
and financial transactions with SAP's Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
As the industry gold standard, SAP's ERP software is used by the majority of Fortune
500 companies.
Supply Chain Management Majors
SCMG 385 SCM Information Systems and Technology
SCMG 469 Strategic Supply Chain Management
ISYS 483 Enterprise Systems
Information Systems and Technology Majors
SCMG 385 SCM Information Systems and Technology
ISYS 483 Enterprise Systems
ISYS 484 Business Intelligence
Supply Chain Management Master's Students
SCMG 612 Introduction to SCM Information Systems
SCMG 639 Strategic Supply Chain Management
ISYS 483 Enterprise Systems
To earn the award, you will compete against your peers, using SAP to perform a business
simulation that will deepen your understanding of operations. Award Contact
John Russo
Curriculum
(3 credits/ea.)
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