Supply Chain Management Overview
Every industry relies on supplies and the processes that bring materials to the places where they are needed, when they are needed. Companies value people with the organizational and problem-solving skills that keep the supply chain running smoothly, without interruption.
The CVTC Supply Chain Management program will help you develop the skills you need to succeed, and provide you with an understanding of the principles of transportation, inventory control, materials operations, management, and logistics that are at the heart of successful supply chain operations. Your communication skills and ability to work with a variety of business professionals will serve you well in this growing field!
Throughout this program, you will gain skills and knowledge including:
- Application of Economics and Market Dynamics
- Cost Accounting
- Project Management
- Customer Service
- Product Forecasting
- Business Planning
- Data Analytics
- Lean Production
- Process Development and Improvement
- Operations of Inventory Control
- Materials Management
- Transportation and Logistics Management
- Operational Efficiency
A career in supply chain management can lead you to personal success while allowing you to pursue your personal interests. Industries from manufacturing, healthcare, education and technology to agriculture, transportation, and retail rely on supply chain professionals. You can use your skills in an industry that matches your passion!
Earn credit for prior learning! Do you have previous educational or work experience in the field? You could be eligible to receive credit for prior learning.
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Just the Facts
Supply Chain Management
60 Credit Associate Degree
Program Length
Two Years
Delivery Method
Online
Program Location
Online
Start Months
August, January
Learn more about the cost of attendance.
Term 1
$ 2,312
Term 2
$ 2,469
Term 3
$ 2,549
Term 4
$ 2,767
Books
$ 2,472
What are estimated program costs? Estimated Total: $12,569
Career Opportunities
Buyer I
Operations Coordinator
Purchaser
Supply Chain Analysis
Supply Chain Manager
Technical Assistant Operations
Graduate Employers
Andersen Windows
Blattner Energy
Can-Am Integrations
Red Flint Group LLC
WOW Logistics
Program Outcomes
CVTC graduates are ready for the workforce. Each year, we send our graduates the Graduate Follow-Up Survey asking several questions related to employment. Here are the program outcomes and job data.
// Program Scorecard$61K* Yearly Salary
Supply Chain Management professionals make an average starting salary of $60,991.
83% Employed
83% of our recent Supply Chain Management graduates got a job in the industry.
1182 Regional Jobs
There are 1,182 job openings in the CVTC district for the Supply Chain Management industry.
* This wage is not specific to CVTC graduates. Wage estimates are based on entry-level positions and are gathered from Lightcast which is an economic modeling software that blends historical and projected industry and occupation trends within CVTC's 11-county district. Wage estimates are based on Occupational Employment Statistics and the American Community Survey.
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Credits to Other Institutions
Should you choose to continue your education after you leave CVTC, we have agreements in place with several institutions to ensure an easy transfer.
Program Courses
These are a few of the courses you will take in this program. Courses and the recommended sequence change from year to year; once you are enrolled in a program at CVTC you will be given a recommended course sequence that outlines what courses you should take and the order in which to take them.
You may search for available courses. If you are ever unsure of what courses to take, talk to your academic advisor. If you are looking for course information for previous years, check out our past catalogs.
Here are a few of the courses you can take in the Supply Chain Management program.
Sample Courses
Fundamentals of Supply Chain
Introduces the key concepts of supply chain management. Students learn tips, techniques, and best practices in supply chain operations. Students will stay up to date on the newest thinking, strategies, developments, and technologies in supply chain management.
Principles of Distribution and Logistics
Introduces the foundations of planning and control in distribution and logistics. Explore the basics of logistics management, designing supply and distribution channels, and the principles and activities of warehousing and transportation management.
Lean Fundamentals
Introductory study of the Lean Manufacturing philosophy to reduce or eliminate waste in a manufacturing setting. Lean terminology and tools used such as 5S will be examined along with the benefits and pitfalls encountered in implementation.
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