Introduction to Supply Chain Management Certificate

Career Certificate
Cost
$2,625* (estimated)

Gain a foundation in one semester

You檝e heard a lot about the supply chain over the last few years. You檙e thinking you want to learn more. Start with the Introduction to Supply Chain Management certificate.

What can you do with a certificate in Introduction to Supply Chain Management?

Go back to your team with more knowledge on the end-to-end processes that drive the service and products industries. Your coursework is designed for careers focused on business operations, management and more:

  • supply chain associate
  • operations specialist
  • procurement planner
  • logistics associate
  • inventory specialist
  • shipping and receiving planner

Highlights

*Estimated cost is based on the minimum number of credit hours to complete the program. This estimate includes in-district tuition and comprehensive fees for the 2026-2027 academic year, before financial aid, including grants, loans and scholarships, is applied. Actual cost may vary to include additional fees, materials and other cost of attendance factors such as living expenses, transportation, etc. Explore opportunities for financial assistance at 黑料社区. Learn more about the Cost of Attendance.

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Recommended Pathway

This pathway serves as a guide for students to complete the degree or certificate assuming full-time enrollment (registered in 12 or more credit hours per semester) with Semester 1 typically representing a Fall term.

Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their College and Career Navigator (CCN) to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements based on individual academic goals. For a more comprehensive list of course options and degree requirements, .

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  • Credit for prior learning available
  • Dual credit options available
  • Global citizenship
  • Online/Virtual options available

  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    BUS 121

    BUS 121 Introduction to Business

    Class Description

    This course provides a broad overview of the principles, functions and careers in business. Topics included are: economics, global business, ethics, business structures, entrepreneurship, management, marketing, accounting, finance and operations management.
         		3
    • Credit for prior learning available
    • Dual credit options available
    • Online/Virtual options available
    CIT 111

    CIT 111 Comprehensive Spreadsheets

    Class Description

    Covers the advanced features of spreadsheet use and design. File building techniques, the creation of high-quality graphics, database features including query and table handling are also covered. Use of financial, date, and time functions will be included. Use of macros will cover automating operations, building and customizing spreadsheets with interactive macros, and improving macro performance including Visual Basic macros.
         		3
    • Credit for prior learning available
    • Online/Virtual options available
    SCM 110

    SCM 110 Introduction to Supply Chain Management

    Class Description

    This course introduces the basics of end-to-end Supply Chain Management (SCM) that are necessary in achieving market and financial value to the company. Students will explore the basic fundamentals of SCM including planning, sourcing, inventory management, warehousing, distribution, logistics and transportation focusing on the role of the front line worker and how their function relates to the business in the service, retail, distribution and manufacturing industries.
         		3
    • Online/Virtual options available
    BUS 115

    BUS 115 Elements of Supervision

    Class Description

    This course introduces the role of the supervisor and how it fits in the overall management of an organization. Emphasis is on how the supervisor can impact a department's productivity. Topics will include: supervisory planning, time management, organizing and delegating tasks, training and coaching employees, Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines, labor relations, managing conflict and stress in the work environment, creating a safe and healthy work environment, and productivity improvement.
         		3
    • Online/Virtual options available
    • Course Code BUS 121
      Course Title

      BUS 121 Introduction to Business

      Class Description

      This course provides a broad overview of the principles, functions and careers in business. Topics included are: economics, global business, ethics, business structures, entrepreneurship, management, marketing, accounting, finance and operations management.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Credit for prior learning available
      Dual credit options available
      Online/Virtual options available
    • Course Code CIT 111
      Course Title

      CIT 111 Comprehensive Spreadsheets

      Class Description

      Covers the advanced features of spreadsheet use and design. File building techniques, the creation of high-quality graphics, database features including query and table handling are also covered. Use of financial, date, and time functions will be included. Use of macros will cover automating operations, building and customizing spreadsheets with interactive macros, and improving macro performance including Visual Basic macros.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Credit for prior learning available
      Online/Virtual options available
    • Course Code SCM 110
      Course Title

      SCM 110 Introduction to Supply Chain Management

      Class Description

      This course introduces the basics of end-to-end Supply Chain Management (SCM) that are necessary in achieving market and financial value to the company. Students will explore the basic fundamentals of SCM including planning, sourcing, inventory management, warehousing, distribution, logistics and transportation focusing on the role of the front line worker and how their function relates to the business in the service, retail, distribution and manufacturing industries.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Online/Virtual options available
    • Course Code BUS 115
      Course Title

      BUS 115 Elements of Supervision

      Class Description

      This course introduces the role of the supervisor and how it fits in the overall management of an organization. Emphasis is on how the supervisor can impact a department's productivity. Topics will include: supervisory planning, time management, organizing and delegating tasks, training and coaching employees, Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines, labor relations, managing conflict and stress in the work environment, creating a safe and healthy work environment, and productivity improvement.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Online/Virtual options available

    Course options: Students can choose CIT 119 or CIT 120 instead of CIT111. Students also can choose BUS 223 instead of BUS 115.

  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    BUS 215

    BUS 215 Operations Management

    Class Description

    This class will give students a broad, practical perspective towards the field of Operations Management, a core business function. Students will examine concepts and problems encountered in planning, operating and controlling the production of goods and services. Topics include scheduling, inventory management, logistics, quality assurance, supply chain management, facility location and the use of state of the art computer systems to better manage operations. BUS 215 and SCM 215 are cross-listed.
         		3
    • Online/Virtual options available
    • Course Code BUS 215
      Course Title

      BUS 215 Operations Management

      Class Description

      This class will give students a broad, practical perspective towards the field of Operations Management, a core business function. Students will examine concepts and problems encountered in planning, operating and controlling the production of goods and services. Topics include scheduling, inventory management, logistics, quality assurance, supply chain management, facility location and the use of state of the art computer systems to better manage operations. BUS 215 and SCM 215 are cross-listed.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
      Online/Virtual options available

    Course options: Students can choose SCM 215 instead of BUS 215.

Total Credit Hours

15


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