Supply Chain, Logistics and Maritime Port Management, B.S.
The Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain, Logistics, and Maritime Port Management program provides students with a thorough understanding of the intricacies of supply chain management and the vital role logistics and port operations play in the global economy. This degree prepares students for dynamic careers in logistics, transportation, supply chain management, and maritime industries.
The curriculum covers key topics such as supply chain strategy, logistics planning, transportation management, port operations, and international trade. Students learn to optimize supply chain processes, manage logistics networks, and oversee maritime port functions. Practical experience through internships, industry projects, and collaborations with logistics and maritime professionals is integral to the program, ensuring students gain real-world insights and skills.
Graduates of the Supply Chain, Logistics, and Maritime Port Management program possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. They are equipped to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and manage complex logistics systems. With a robust foundation in supply chain and logistics principles, coupled with hands-on experience, graduates are well-prepared to take on leadership roles and drive success in a rapidly evolving industry that is essential to global commerce.
Demand in the Supply Chain, Logistics, and Maritime Port Management fields has increased dramatically due to the fact that it is a $6 billion dollar industry in New Jersey alone. Global business today encompasses domestic and global companies with busy ports in New York and New Jersey to handle cargos worldwide from North America, Europe, South America, Africa, and Asia. Globalization revolutionizes the way companies conduct their business. The world has become one big supply chain and this program seeks to help meet the keen demand for professionals in these fields.
Once matriculated at NJCU, transfer students must complete at least 30 credits at NJCU to satisfy the university’s residency requirement. Students must also maintain a GPA of 2.5 or better in courses taken in the School of Business. Students must earn a grade of C or higher in each School of Business course (ACCT, BUSI, ECON, FINC, MGMT, MKTG) used in fulfillment of a graduation requirement.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Common Core Requirements (33 credits) | ||
| MGMT 225 | Business Enterprise Applications | 3 |
| MGMT 251 | Operations and Project Management Fundamentals | 3 |
| ECON 203 | Business Statistics | 3 |
| MGMT 211 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MKTG 231 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| MGMT 241 | Global Business | 3 |
| ACCT 251 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT 252 | Management Accounting | 3 |
| MGMT 235 | Business Law I: Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| FINC 371 | Managerial Finance | 3 |
| MGMT 411 | Business Policy | 3 |
| Major Requirements (27 credits) | ||
| MGMT 230 | Business Communications Essentials | 3 |
| MGMT 300 | Introduction to Supply Chain, Logistics and Port Management | 3 |
| MGMT 305 | Procurement and Supplier Management | 3 |
| MGMT 306 | Logistics and Transportation Management | 3 |
| MGMT 310 | Port and Intermodal Transportation Management | 3 |
| MGMT 350 | Decision Intelligence in Supply Chains | 3 |
| MGMT 412 | Global Supply - Chain Management | 3 |
| MGMT 413 | Business Information Systems | 3 |
| MGMT 494 | Seminar: Supply Chain, Logistics, and Maritime Port Management | 3 |
| General Education Courses Required | ||
| MATH 164 | Pre-Calculus for Business Students 1 | 4 |
| or ECON 221 | Analytics For Business and Economics | |
| ECON 207 | Principles of Economics:Macro 1 | 3 |
| ECON 208 | Principles of Economics:Micro 1 | 3 |
| Total: 57 credits | ||
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Taken as pre-major required course.
*Students must earn a C or better in all Business courses.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain, Logistics, and Maritime Port Management, students will be able to:
- Identify ethical issues and the implications of social responsibility for sustainable business practices.
- Evaluate information and apply critical thinking skills to identify solutions and inform business decisions.
- Utilize technology, apply quantitative methods and interpret data to solve business problems.
- Integrate knowledge of core business concepts and collaborate productively as part of a team.
- Work effectively in a diverse environment and identify how global and cultural issues affect the organization and its stakeholders.
- Compose clear and concise forms of written communication to effectively convey ideas and information associated with business topics.
- Communicate business concepts effectively through oral presentation.
- Analyze contemporary supply chain operations and strategies in the supply chain, logistics, and maritime port management.