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Supply Chain Management-Global Logistics Technology

Curriculum Description

The Supply Chain Management curriculum prepares individuals for a multitude of career opportunities in distribution, transportation, warehousing, trucking operations, supply chain, and manufacturing organizations.

Course work includes the international and domestic movement of goods from the raw materials source(s) through production and ultimately to the consumer. Courses in economics and finance, transportation, warehousing, inventory control, material handling, purchasing, computerization, supply chain operations, federal transportation and safety regulations are emphasized.

Graduates should qualify for positions in a wide range of supply chain and logistics positions in government agencies, manufacturing, and service organizations. Employment opportunities include entry-level distribution, planning, material management, warehousing, inventory, transportation, trucking operations, international freight, and logistics.

This track is a unique concentration under the Supply Chain Management curriculum degree.  It is designed to prepare individuals for positions in manufacturing and service organizations and government agencies that require critical –thinking skills to perform operational analysis, risk management, and supply chain management in today’s global economy.

This curriculum model is designed for the student that wishes to obtain the Diploma in Supply Chain Management with an emphasis in Global Logistics Technology.

The following represents one way in which the diploma can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success. (CTE-Y D25620P1)

Diploma NEW

D25620GL
NC CIP: 52.0203
Day and Online
POS Approved: Fall 2017

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry 3 0 0 3
LOG 110 Introduction to Logistics 3 0 0 3
Select one:
Introduction to Computers (2) (2) (0) (3)
  OR        
Basic PC Literacy 1 2 0 2
  Total: 7 2 0 8

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
BUS 137 Principles of Management 3 0 0 3
INT 110 International Business 3 0 0 3
LOG 125 Transportation Logistics 3 0 0 3
LOG 215 Supply Chain Management NEW VERSION 2017FA 3 0 0 3
___ ___ Business Elective ** ** ** 4
  Total: 12 0 0 16

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
LOG 235 Import/Export Management 3 0 0 3
LOG 240 Purchasing Logistics 3 0 0 3
Select one:
Database Concepts (2) (3) (0) (3)
  OR        
Fleet Management 3 0 0 3
Select one:
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy (2) (2) (0) (3)
  OR        
Quantitative Literacy 2 2 0 3
  Total: 11 2 0 12

Total Credit Hours: 36

Additional Information

Elective – Select 4 credit hours: BUS 238, BUS 240, GIS 110, GIS 111, GIS 211, MKT 224, WBL 111, WBL 121, WBL 131

2017FA State Curriculum Standard Revision; new title and code; repackaged only.
           
Global Logistics and Distribution Management Technology-Global Logistics Technology D25610.
            CPCC Pathway Code for this diploma: D25620P1

D25620GL
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