Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration is a degree completion program intended to create a solid academic foundation in general management principles and practices. The program culminates in a capstone course, wherein students solidify their understanding of business administration functions by developing a business plan—and with various concentrations to choose from, you can tailor your degree to meet your career and professional goals. For a Norwich bachelor's degree, you must earn at least 120 semester credits, including transfer credits.

The program consists of four curriculum areas:

• Elective courses are taken by all students who enter the program with fewer than 60 credits.
• Core curriculum courses provide a foundation key business administration functions.
• A concentration in a specialized area must be completed by all students.
• Capstone project to culminate program coursework.

General Education

Students who enter the program with between 30 and 59 credits of prior coursework or the equivalent must complete general elective courses to reach the 60-credit threshold before moving into the core curriculum. Elective options are listed below.

• English Composition

  ENGL101 3 credit hours

  This course is devoted chiefly to the principles of written organization, exposition, argumentation, and research.

• Liberal Arts Mathematics

  MATH102 3 credit hours

  An investigation of mathematical concepts and methods with emphasis given to their impact on current and ancient problems. Topics include mathematics of voting systems, basic graph theory including Euler circuits and the traveling salesman problem, the mathematics of population growth, statistics, and finding fair shares. Emphasis is on techniques of problem solving.

• History of the U.S. Constitution

  HIST210 3 credit hours

  A study of the political, economic, and social contexts of the creation of the Constitution and the significant amendments to it. Emphasis is on the role of the judicial branch in constitutional matters; the effects of social change in the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries; and the impact of technology on contemporary constitutional issues.

• Technology-Mediated Communication

  COMM315 3 credit hours

  A study of human communication and the effect of modern technology on it. Students review basic communication theory, including non-verbal and intercultural communication, and then evaluate the impact of technology on the effectiveness and efficiency of communication. Topics include: spoken vs. written communication; synchronous vs. asynchronous communication; the status of world languages on the internet; the impact of social media; modern workplace communication; and trends in the development of communication technology.

• Crime in Literature

  ENGL250 3 credit hours

  In this course, students read and discuss works of literature that explore the ethical, social, and philosophical implications of criminal behavior and society's response to it.

• Comparative Religion

  RELG300 3 credit hours

  Based upon myth and built upon ritual, religious thought affects politics, economics, international relations, and security. In this course, you will explore and analyze the similarities and differences among world religions to better understand the impact of belief systems and religious themes on culture, human history, and current affairs. Prerequisites: none.

• Environmental Science

  SCIE301 3 credit hours

  Most of the world’s crucial environmental issues and many regional conflicts are related to the degradation and/or overuse of the Earth’s basic resources, including air, water, soil, and energy. This course focuses on the physical and chemical processes associated with the degradation of these resources, as well as an examination of potential solutions. The course addresses and integrates into scientific studies two themes that underlie all environmental issues: sustainability and human population dynamics.

• Comparative Politics

  POLS306 3 credit hours

  This course introduces the basic methods, concepts, and substance of comparative politics and focuses on institutions and behaviors as well as development and modernization theories. Issues covered include: the nature of political systems; the different varieties of democracies and authoritarian regimes; and the impact of geography on the political, economic, and social development of a region.

• Socio-Economic Studies

  ECON310 3 credit hours

  In this course, you will explore tenets and characteristics of various economics systems, analyze economic indicators, conceptualize problems, and recommend possible solutions. Economic factors are explored in the context of the U.S. Army’s Political-Military-Economics-Social Infrastructure-Information Systems framework.

• Historical Studies

  HIST310 3 credit hours

  In this course students will identify strategic considerations which have influenced the outcome of political and military conflict. Topics including the Peloponnesian War between Athens and Sparta, the campaigns of Alexander the Great and Napoleon Bonaparte, the Anglo-Afghan wars of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, and the rise and fall of empires around the world.

• Leadership

  MNGT315 3 credit hours

  In this course, you will learn key theoretical models of leadership and strategies for applying them in a range of situations, both military and non-military. You will identify key functions and skills of effective leaders, explore leadership styles through study of selected leaders, and evaluate the role of communication, negotiation, strategy, purpose, and ethics in leadership. You will evaluate your own leadership effectiveness and develop a leadership tool kit.

• Military Sociology

  SOCI330 3 credit hours

  This course provides a sociological perspective of the military as both an institution and as an occupation. It examines the social structure and functions of the military and the social factors that influence behavior in and of the military. In terms of function, it examines the changing purposes of the military in view of changing national and international conditions. In terms of structure, it examines the norms, values, traditions, organizations, and culture of the military. The course will provide insight into the routine life within the military and contemporary issues confronting the military.

• Introduction to Cultural Competence

  SOCI335 3 credit hours

  This course presents key concepts in the study of cultures and explores how culture and cultural contexts and language influence values, expectations, behavior, communication styles, and conflict resolution.

• The Partridge Seminar

  INTD 200 3 credit hours

  Utilizing an exposure to Norwich University’s unique history, mission, and guiding principles students will develop skills in information literacy, crafting a research paper, and scholarly ethics. Students will explore concepts such as leadership, community service, and citizenship in order to practice skills that are both embedded in the educational vision of Alden Partridge, Norwich’s founder, and that are essential to succeeding in college, post-graduate careers, and volunteer activities.

• The Cold War Revisited: The Sullivan Seminar

  HIST 430 3 credit hours

  In this course students will gain a deeper understanding of the Cold War and its impact upon American and world history. Topics include the diplomatic relationship between the United States and the Soviet Union, the various crises of the Cold War such as the Berlin Airlift and Cuban Missile Crisis, the efforts to end the Cold War made by various presidential administrations, and significant events in Russo-American relations over the last quarter century. The views and experiences of General Gordon R. Sullivan are incorporated into this course.

Core Curriculum and Capstone (39 credits)

Students are required to complete the following core curriculum coursework. After completion of a concentration, the program coursework culminates with the capstone.

• Business & Professional Writing

  COMM301 3 credit hours

  A writing-intensive course that focuses on critical business and management documents including organizational and personnel performance reports; business proposals; communications with stakeholders; and marketing instruments. Emphasis is on proper use of the business register; audience analysis; and technology-mediated professional communication. Prerequisite: ENGL101 or its equivalent.

• Elementary Statistics

  MA232 3 credit hours

  This course covers the study of frequency distributions, averages and standard deviations, normal curve, probability, decision-making, sampling techniques, testing hypotheses, chi-square, students-t and F-distributions, correlation, and linear regression. Prerequisite: A college level mathematics course or equivalent as determined by departmental placement testing.

• Management of Organizations

  MNGT309 3 credit hours

  A study of the functions of modern management: planning, organization, staffing, leading, and controlling. This study is applicable to the management of military, government, educational and non-profit, as well as business organizations. The ethical and social responsibilities of management and contemporary challenges such as the internationalization of organizations are integrated in all aspects of this course.

• Seminar in Economics

  ECON250 6 credit hours

  An intensive introduction and overview of the principles of macro and micro economics. The course begins with a high level analysis of the U.S. economy and then moves to a more in-depth look at topics such as production and output, pricing, economic growth, and the challenges of international trade, including issues related to international banking and non-U.S. stock markets.

  To fulfill the needed requirements, students can take either this course (ECON350 Seminar in Economics) OR Principles of Macroeconomics (ECON201) and Principles of Microeconomics (ECON202).

• Principles of Macroeconomics

  ECON201 3 credit hours

  The course will includes the description and analysis of the American economic system in terms of basic economic concepts and the determination of national income and its fluctuation. Prerequisite: one course in college mathematics.

  To fulfill the needed requirements, students can take either this course (ECON201 Principles of Macroeconomics) and Principles of Microeconomics (ECON202) OR ECON350 Seminar in Economics. 

• Principles of Microeconomics

  ECON202 3 credit hours

  This course will focus on the study of the behavior of individuals in making decisions on the allocation of limited resources. This course further examines how these decisions and behaviors affect the markets for goods and services. Prerequisite: one course in college mathematics.

  To fulfill the needed requirements, students can take either this course (ECON202 Principles of Microeconomics) and Principles of Macroeconomics (ECON201) OR ECON350 Seminar in Economics.

• Financial Accounting

  ACCT350 3 credit hours

  The course will provide successful students with a basic understanding of financial accounting concepts, the double-entry bookkeeping system, the accounting cycle, and general-purpose financial statements. Basic knowledge of accounting for merchandising operations, short-term liquid assets; inventories; property, plant, and equipment; short- and long-term liabilities; and revenues and expenses will also be developed.

• Managerial Accounting

  ACCT351 3 credit hours
• Fundamentals of Finance I

  FNCE350 3 credit hours

  This course introduces students to various techniques of investing and the theories, methods and procedures used to understand current complex investment/finance environments. Students will explore the major financial markets, the concept of risk in financial markets, government agency regulations (including those from the Federal Reserve Bank and Securities Exchange Commission), and portfolio management theories.

• Fundamentals of Finance II

  FNCE351 3 credit hours
• Marketing Management

  MNGT314 3 credit hours

  This course immerses the student in the strategies and processes of marketing management - market analysis, segmentation, targeting and positioning, and the implementation and evaluation of marketing plans. When the student has completed this course they will understand how a marketing plan is developed and have the skills necessary to identify, analyze and solve marketing problems. Prerequisite: EC 202. 

• Business Law I

  MNGT341 3 credit hours

  A study of the law and legal system as they affect business. Topics include the court system, constitutional law, torts, criminal law and contracts. Students will learn how morality and social responsibility are integrated into our legal system. Students must complete an ethical standards paper in an appropriate context. Prerequisite: None.

• Business Law II

  MNGT346 3 credit hours

  A continuation of the analysis of the legal dimension of business operations that was developed in Business Law I. Special emphasis will be given to the legal environment as it relates to the accounting student's professional certification. Topics include bankruptcy, commercial paper, secured transactions, agency, corporations, and partnerships. Prerequisite: MNGT 341.

• Capstone

  MNGT400 6 credit hours

  All students will complete the capstone course as their culminating activity of the program which consists of proposing, developing and delivering a business or strategic plan that combines knowledge acquired in the core courses with specific knowledge of the concentration area.

Choose Your Concentration

After completion of the core curriculum, students focus their studies on a concentration of their choice. Their program will culminate with the capstone course.

Accounting (18 Credits)

After completion of the core curriculum, students focus their studies on a concentration of their choice. Their program will culminate with the capstone course.

• Intermediate Account

  AC335 3 credit hours

  Building on the foundations of Principles of Accounting the course provides a more in-depth study of accounting theory and practice. Beginning with a brief review of the accounting process, the course delves into the conceptual framework for accounting, the accounting standards setting process, and the hierarchy of accounting pronouncements. The course then explores the components of the financial statement package including such issues as the quality of earnings and the measurement and reporting of unusual, infrequent, and non-operating items; the Statement of Cash flows is also studied in depth. Accounting, reporting, and valuation issues surrounding cash, receivables, inventory and long-term assets are also covered including the impairment of tangible and intangible assets. Prerequisite: AC 205 and AC 206, grade of C or higher.

• Taxation I

  AC419 3 credit hours

  Designed to introduce the student to certain elementary tax concepts: tax rate structure, exemptions, deductible versus non-deductible expenses, depreciation basis, capital gains and losses, tax credits, withholding, and computation of the personal income tax. Within the context of the personal income tax, planning considerations will be stressed as well as legal and ethical issues concerning client confidentiality. Prerequisites: AC 205 and AC 206, grade of C or higher. 

• Auditing

  AC428 3 credit hours

  A study of the auditing environment, including legal liability and professional ethics begins with the concept of auditing and the auditing profession. Additional topics concerning the audit process, including internal control, evidence, sampling and EDP auditing and specific audit procedures are examined. In addition the nature and types of auditors' reports are studied. 3 Lecture hours. Prerequisite: AC 336

• Cost Accounting

  AC441 3 credit hours

  A study of the basic elements of cost accounting concepts and procedures. Emphasis is on how cost data can be used as management tools. Cost behavior and control, cost-volume-profit relationships, job and process costing, activity-based accounting, budgeting and responsibility accounting, flexible budgeting and standards, income effects of alternative costing methods and cost behavior, costs and the decision process, and philosophy and organization of the master budget are analyzed. Prerequisite: AC 206

• Advanced Accounting

  AC442 3 credit hours

  An advanced course emphasizing accounting theory and practical applications in selected areas. Such areas include: partnerships, branches, business combinations, consolidated financial statements, segment and interim reporting, Partnership accounting and bankruptcy accounting. 3 Lecture hours. Prerequisite: AC 336. 

Cyber Security Management (18 Credits)

The Cyber Security Management concentration is designed to help you to work collaboratively with cyber security professionals in an organization in order to achieve both effectiveness and efficiency in related projects and decision-making. To complete this concentration students take the following courses:

• Project Management Fundamentals

  MNGT475 3 credit hours

  Focus is on the fundamentals of project management and practices. Students explore the key elements of project management from the project management framework, the project life cycle, project process and key project management knowledge areas. Additionally, project integration, scope, time, cost, quality, resource and schedule management are studied. Other key areas of focus are project management procurement and overall project communications requirements.

• Project Management Advanced Techniques

  MNGT476 3 credit hours

  Builds on and finalizes the foundational material on project management principles, practices, and processes covered in Project Management Fundamentals (MNGT 475). Students focus on the critical PM components of project management leadership, effective communications and the management of project teams.

• Cyber Law and Cybercrime

  CJ341 3 credit hours

  This course includes extensive discussion of the legal constraints, both civil and criminal, that underlie acceptable behavior using computers and networks today. Special emphasis is placed upon the legal issues that affect information security, private and public use of digital forensics, and how information operations are performed.

• Management of Information Assurance

  IA342 3 credit hours

  This course focuses on management of the information assurance process. Topics include human factors in reducing security breaches, security incident detection and response, remediation, management’s role in information assurance, and other considerations in framing and implementing information assurance policies. The final section reviews current topics of particular interest and activity in the field of information assurance.

• Introduction to Information Assurance

  IA340 3 credit hours

  This course provides an overview of design considerations involved with the security of site design. The course will also provide an understanding of the Levels of Trust and system accreditation/certification processes. Life cycle management of software, hardware, and physical plant, from planning through destruction will be examined and reinforced using case studies. Additionally understanding of the variety of security systems involving computers and networks and an ability to evaluate vulnerabilities will be discussed.

• Systems Assurance

  CYBR410 3 credit hours

  This course focuses on the design considerations involved with the security of site design. The course will also provide and understanding of the Levels of Trust and system accreditation/certificate processes. Life cycle management of software, hardware, and physical plant, from planning through destruction will be examined and reinforced using case studies. Additionally, understanding of the variety of security systems involving computers and networks and an ability to evaluate vulnerabilities will be discussed.

Financial Services Management - Certified Financial Analyst Path (18 credits)

Prepare yourself to sit for the Certified Financial Analyst certification. With the completion of this concentration, you can be eligible to sit for the exam.

• Risk and Portfolio Management

  FNCE411 3 credit hours

  An analysis of the financial decision-making process of the global corporation will be explored. The financial opportunities and the risks associated with international operations are discussed and analyzed. Major topics include risk management, capital budgeting and cost of capital considerations as well as multinational performance and evaluation criteria. The case study/project method is utilized.

• Investment Analytics

  FNCE412 3 credit hours

  The objective of the course is to increase the student’s knowledge and understanding of security analysis and portfolio management. Four areas of study will be covered: 1) financial markets and major instruments, 2) modern portfolio theory, equilibrium in capital markets, 3) valuation principals and security analysis, 3) assets allocation strategies, and 4) portfolio management and evaluation of portfolio performance (3 credits) Pre-reqs: FNCE350 and FNCE351

• Financial Planning Process and Fundamentals

  MNGT451 3 credit hours

  This course provides a comprehensive examination of the general principles of financial planning, professional conduct and regulation, and educational planning. This course introduces you to the financial planning process and teaches you how to work with clients to set goals and assess risk tolerance. You will learn how to process and analyze information, construct personal financial statements, develop debt management plans, recommend financial strategies, and understand the basic components of a written comprehensive financial plan. This course also covers the regulatory environment, time value of money and economic concepts. 3 Lecture hours per week. Pre-requisites: None.

• Risk Management and Insurance Planning

  MNGT452 3 credit hours

  This course focuses on the examination of risk and how risk is managed in the financial planning process. Students will learn the steps to perform an insurance analysis and how to properly evaluate the multiple forms of insurance available in the marketplace today. (3 credits) Pre-reqs: MNGT451.

• Income Taxation for Individuals and Businesses

  MNGT454 3 credit hours

  Participants in this course study taxation for individuals, sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations, as well as the tax aspects of investments, insurance, annuities, and retirement planning. You will be able to identify the likely tax consequences of personal and business financial activities and select appropriate and lawful tax-minimizing tactics and strategies. 3 Lecture hours per week.  Pre-requisites: MNGT451.

• Case Studies for Personal Financial Planning

  MNGT456 3 credit hours

  This course integrates financial planning topics learned in the previous courses and demonstrates how to apply this knowledge to the development of a comprehensive financial plan. Pre-requisites: MNGT451, MNGT452, MNGT453, MNGT454 and MNGT455. 

Financial Services Management - Certified Financial Planner Path (18 credits)

Prepare yourself to sit for the Certified Financial Planner certification. With the completion of this concentration, you can be eligible to sit for the exam.

• Financial Planning Process and Fundamentals

  MNGT451 3 credit hours

  This course provides a comprehensive examination of the general principles of financial planning, professional conduct and regulation, and educational planning. This course introduces you to the financial planning process and teaches you how to work with clients to set goals and assess risk tolerance. You will learn how to process and analyze information, construct personal financial statements, develop debt management plans, recommend financial strategies, and understand the basic components of a written comprehensive financial plan. This course also covers the regulatory environment, time value of money and economic concepts. 3 Lecture hours per week. Pre-requisites: None.

• Risk Management and Insurance Planning

  MNGT452 3 credit hours

  This course focuses on the examination of risk and how risk is managed in the financial planning process. Students will learn the steps to perform an insurance analysis and how to properly evaluate the multiple forms of insurance available in the marketplace today. (3 credits) Pre-reqs: MNGT451.

• Investment Planning

  MNGT453 3 credit hours

  This course focuses on the securities market including the examination of investment vehicles and concludes with the analysis and construction of investment portfolios. Students will learn how to match suitable investments to clients individual situations including risk tolerance, tax exposure and time horizons. (3 credits) Pre-reqs: MNGT451.

• Income Taxation for Individuals and Businesses

  MNGT454 3 credit hours

  Participants in this course study taxation for individuals, sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations, as well as the tax aspects of investments, insurance, annuities, and retirement planning. You will be able to identify the likely tax consequences of personal and business financial activities and select appropriate and lawful tax-minimizing tactics and strategies. 3 Lecture hours per week.  Pre-requisites: MNGT451.

• Retirement Planning & Estate Planning for Taxation

  MNGT455 3 credit hours

  This course teaches you how to conduct a retirement needs analysis for individuals and to recognize the key factors that affect retirement plan selection for business owners. This course also provides an introduction to federal gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer taxes and many planning techniques to minimize the impact of these taxes on the transfers of wealth. 3 Lecture hours per week. Pre-requisites: MNGT451.

• Case Studies for Personal Financial Planning

  MNGT456 3 credit hours

  This course integrates financial planning topics learned in the previous courses and demonstrates how to apply this knowledge to the development of a comprehensive financial plan. Pre-requisites: MNGT451, MNGT452, MNGT453, MNGT454 and MNGT455. 

Human Resource Management (18 credits)

The Human Resource Management concentration provides you with a comprehensive examination of the core functions of human resource management, including recruitment, employee relations, strategic planning, inclusion and diversity, transformational leadership, and risk management. To complete this concentration students take the following courses:

• Seminar in Human Resource Management I

  MNGT421 6 credit hours

  The first of two seminars focused on the comprehensive examination of the major functional areas of the human resource operation. Students will analyze the first 9 of 15 Human Resource Functional Areas of Knowledge including: recruitment; staffing; organizational effectivness and development, employee relations, workforce management and technology.

• Seminar in Human Resource Management II

  MNGT422 6 credit hours

  The second of two seminars focused on a comphrehensive examination of the key functional areas of human resources. Students will analyze the final 6 of the 15 Human Resource Functional Areas of Knowledge and apply to the design and implementation of operational and strategic HR practices. Topics include diversity and inclusion, risk management, and employment law.

• Human Capital Planning

  MNGT423 3 credit hours

  This course examines human capital planning from a leadership perspective. Students begin by gaining an understanding of the human capital planning process, the benefits to the organization, and linkages to organizational strategic planning and performance. They then learn ways to foster leadership engagement in the human capital process and to use quantitative and qualitative methods to gather and analyze the data necessary to create and implement a successful human capital plan.

• Strategic Role of HRM in Organizations

  MNGT424 3 credit hours

  Strategic HRM builds on the traditional foundations of Human Resource Management to create the multifaceted, transformational organizational culture and environment that will enable the organization to survive and thrive in ever-changing operational environments, and to be ever more effective in fulfilling its public purpose and mission.

Leadership Studies (18 credits)

The Leadership Studies concentration takes you on an in-depth study of the conceptual and theoretical facets of leadership. Through a series of seminars, you will learn how to evaluate emotional intelligence, encourage critical thinking, promote self-reflection, and manage the behavioral aspects of collaboration. To complete this concentration students take the following courses:

• Seminar in Leadership I: Fundamentals

  MNGT401 6 credit hours

  This course focuses on differentiating the conceptual and theoretical aspects and models of leadership and leadership studies. The fundamentals of leadership are taught within the context of present and past leaders, with an emphasis on how to practice these fundamentals in an ethical manner.

• Seminar in Leadership II: Leadership Styles & EQ

  MNGT402 6 credit hours

  This course provides information about evaluating emotional intelligence, or EQ. Students are given the tools and the opportunity to evaluate their capacities to think about work through the lens of reflection and introspection as a guide to understanding the behavioral aspects of working together and providing customer service.

• Leadership of Change

  MNGT403 3 credit hours

  A study of change management principles and best practices from a leadership vantage point. Emphasis is on the process of planning for change and the critical role of communication before, during, and after change. Students develop instruments for measuring the impact of change on human and financial resources within organizations.

• Leadership in a Technology-Driven World

  MNGT404 3 credit hours

  This course focuses on the application of leadership principles toward efforts to manage the impact of modern information and communication technologies on organizations. Topics include: creating and leading a remote workforce; human behavior in technology-mediated work relationships; and ethical issues arising from the use of technology.

Procurement and Contract Management (18 Credits)

The Procurement and Contract Management concentration focuses on the methods and processes of procurement and contract management at all levels of government management - federal, state, and local. Through a series of seminars, you can learn how to analyze and craft plans to conduct and engage public procurement and contracting. To complete this concentration students take the following courses.

_{Our Collaboration with NIGP (National Institute for Government Procurement)} 
The College of Graduate and Continuing Studies at Norwich University has developed the courses within this concentration based upon NIGP’s publications and current standards in order to support the educational goals of the public procurement professional.

• Leadership of Change

  MNGT403 3 credit hours

  A study of change management principles and best practices from a leadership vantage point. Emphasis is on the process of planning for change and the critical role of communication before, during, and after change. Students develop instruments for measuring the impact of change on human and financial resources within organizations.

• Leadership in a Technology-Driven World

  MNGT404 3 credit hours

  This course focuses on the application of leadership principles toward efforts to manage the impact of modern information and communication technologies on organizations. Topics include: creating and leading a remote workforce; human behavior in technology-mediated work relationships; and ethical issues arising from the use of technology.

• Public Procurement and Contracting

  MNGT 441 6 credit hours

  Students examine the scope, methods and processes of forming contracts between public and private parties for the purpose of accomplishing the missions of governmental agencies at the international, federal, state/provincial and local levels.The course is designed for individuals considering a career in public administration, persons employed in government agencies, public procurement personnel wishing to enhance their knowledge, and suppliers or citizens interested in learning more about the formulation of government contracts. Subject and foundational areas such as contract monitoring, contract administration ethics, and the legal basis of the public procurement function will be explored. Pre-req: None.

• Public Procurement Strategic Planning

  MNGT 442 6 credit hours

  Students examine the scope, methods and processes of forming contracts between public and private parties for the purpose of accomplishing the missions of governmental agencies at the international, federal, state/provincial and local levels from a strategic planning vantage. It is designed for individuals considering a career in public administration, persons employed in government agencies, public procurement personnel wishing to enhance their knowledge, and suppliers or citizens interested in learning more about the formulation of government contracts. Subject and foundational areas such as procurement strategic planning, risk management and procurement ethics will be explored as it relates to the public procurement function. Pre-req: MNGT 441

Supply Chain Management (18 credits)

Through this concentration, you can learn advanced skills needed to effectively manage supply and demand within and across companies.

• Supply Chain Management Strategy, Planning and Operations

  MNGT447 6 credit hours

  The focus of this seminar is the building of business supply chain strategies, which include: supply chain performance, fit and scope, supply chain drivers and metrics, processes, the management of suppliers, inventory strategies, parts management and distribution. Examines demand forecasting, aggregate planning and sales and operation planning, uncertainty, and archetype strategies with a focus on flexibility, speed and technology. Prerequisite: None.

• Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Design and Execution

  MNGT457 6 credit hours

  Students learn supply chain “movement”, warehouse design, capacity management, delivering customer value, measuring logistics cost and performance, matching up supply with demand, creation of a responsive supply chain and the management of complexity and risk. Prerequisite: None.

• Supply Chain Management Assessment, Integration, and Optimization

  MNGT467 6 credit hours

  This seminar focuses on supply chain optimization, which includes topics such as: value assessment of the supply chain, baseline and optimization, capacity management, project management, demand forecasting, quantitative risk assessment, constraint optimization and time estimating techniques. Students learn to integrate important ideas associated with supply chain strategies, logistic operations, and operational optimization with a focus on continuous improvement of supply chain operations. Prerequisites: MNGT447 and MNGT457. 

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