Supply Chain Management, BSBA

Overview

Supply chain management is the business of making sure the right product reaches the right place at the right time — and doing it efficiently, sustainably, and at scale. It sits at the intersection of strategy, technology, data, and global markets, and it touches every function of a business: procurement, operations, finance, logistics, marketing, and more.
In an era when AI is automating many routine business tasks, supply chain management stands out as a field that rewards broad, cross-functional thinking. Learners who understand how an entire enterprise operates — from sourcing raw materials to delivering to the end customer — are among the most resilient and versatile professionals in today’s job market. SCM is not a narrow specialization; it is a lens through which learners develop enterprise-wide judgment that no single functional major can provide.

The BSBA in Supply Chain Management requires the successful completion of 27 credits (9 courses), drawn primarily from core disciplines in ISOM, Marketing Strategy, and International Business. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 in the major, as well as a 2.0 GPA overall, must be maintained for graduation. The curriculum offers flexibility, allowing learners to design their own course package. It is designed to be practical from day one — combining rigorous coursework with hands-on experience through real company projects, a guaranteed internship, and pathways to industry-recognized certifications.

Degree Requirements

Learners can earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with this major. See the requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree.

Required Courses (6 courses, 18 credits)

ISOM-319	Operations Management	3
ISOM-351	Supply Chain Management	3
ISOM-440	ERP Systems and Intelligent Business Process Transformation	3
MKT-427	Global Supply Chain Relationships	3
SIB-321	Introduction to International Business	3
SCM-520	Supply Chain Management Internship	3

Elective Courses (3 courses, 9 credits)

ACCT-331	Cost Accounting	3
BLE-315	Legal Lessons for Business Startups Organizations	3
BLE-317	Managing in the Global Legal Environment	3
BLE-325	Global Business Ethics	3
EC-430	International Trade Theory and Policy	4
ENT-354	Global Entrepreneurship	3
ISOM-230	Big Data, Business Intelligence and Analytics	3
ISOM-240	Data Privacy and Digital Forensics	3
ISOM-260	Artificial Intelligence for Business	3
ISOM-330	Machine Learning for Business Analytics	3
ISOM-340	Cybersecurity Fundamentals	3
ISOM-341	Project Management for the Modern Organizations	3
MGT-305	Negotiations	3
MKT-423	Global Retail Strategy	3
SCM-550	Special Topics	1-3
SIB-340	Global Innovation	3

Learning Goals and Objectives

Learning goals and objectives reflect the educational outcomes achieved by learners through the completion of this program. These transferable skills prepare Suffolk learners for success in the workplace, in graduate school, and in their local and global communities.

Learning Goals	Objectives
Value chain analysis and end-to-end operations management	Learners will analyze and manage the full value chain of an organization — from supplier selection and procurement through manufacturing, logistics, distribution, and customer delivery — identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, resilience, and sustainability at each stage. Learners apply AI tools in experiential, practical contexts that go beyond basic prompting.
Data analytics, AI tools, and enterprise technology	Learners will apply data analytics, artificial intelligence tools, and ERP software — including hands-on experience with SAP — to solve real supply chain problems including demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and process automation.
Cross-functional and enterprise-wide strategic thinking	Learners will think strategically across business functions — understanding how decisions in procurement, operations, finance, and marketing interact — and apply that enterprise-wide perspective to improve organizational performance in both large corporations and small and mid-sized businesses.
Global markets, trade policy, and international supplier networks	Learners will navigate global supply chain environments with confidence — evaluating the impact of trade policy, currency risk, regulatory requirements, and geopolitical factors on international sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution strategies.
Leadership, project management, and cross-functional collaboration	Learners will lead cross-functional teams, manage complex projects, and communicate effectively across organizational levels — drawing on experiential learning through real company projects and a required internship to develop the professional judgment needed in dynamic, fast-changing environments.