Supply Chain Management
The Supply Chain Management curriculum prepares individuals for a multitude of career opportunities in distribution, transportation, warehousing, supply chain, and manufacturing organizations.
Course work includes the international and domestic movement of goods from the raw materials source(s) through production, and ultimately to the consumer. Courses in transportation, warehousing, inventory control, material handling, purchasing, computerization, and supply chain operations are emphasized.
Graduates should qualify for positions in a wide range of supply chain and logistics positions in government agencies, manufacturing, and service organizations. Employment opportunities include entry-level distribution, planning, material management, warehousing, inventory, transportation, international freight, and logistics.
For specific information about potential positions and wages in supply chain management employment, visit the Central Piedmont Career Coach website.
Supply Chain Management (A25620)
Degree Awarded
The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Supply Chain Management is awarded by the college upon completion of this program
For more information, call the Business & Accounting Division office at 704.330.4228 or check the Business & Accounting Division website.
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Supply Chain Management (A25620)
General Education Requirements | ||
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3.0 |
Select 3 credits from the following: | 3.0 | |
Writing and Research in the Disciplines | ||
Literature-Based Research | ||
Professional Research & Reporting | ||
Introduction to Communication | ||
Public Speaking | ||
Select 3 credits from the following: | 3.0 | |
Quantitative Literacy | ||
Statistical Methods I | ||
Select 3 credits from the following: | 3.0 | |
World Civilizations I | ||
World Civilizations II | ||
American History I | ||
American History II | ||
American Government | ||
General Psychology | ||
Introduction to Sociology | ||
Select 3 credits from the following: | 3.0 | |
Art Appreciation | ||
Art History Survey I | ||
Art History Survey II | ||
Theatre Appreciation | ||
Cultural Studies | ||
Myth in Human Culture | ||
Music Appreciation | ||
Introduction to Jazz | ||
Philosophical Issues | ||
Introduction to Ethics | ||
World Religions | ||
Major Requirements | ||
LOG 110 | Introduction to Logistics | 3.0 |
ACA 122 | College Transfer Success | 1.0 |
ACC 120 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 4.0 |
BUS 115 | Business Law I | 3.0 |
CIS 110 | Introduction to Computers | 3.0 |
Select one of the following courses: | 3.0 | |
Survey of Economics | ||
Principles of Microeconomics | ||
Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
LOG 125 | Transportation Logistics | 3.0 |
LOG 215 | Supply Chain Management | 3.0 |
LOG 235 | Import/Export Management | 3.0 |
LOG 240 | Purchasing Logistics | 3.0 |
LOG 250 | Advanced Global Logistics | 4.0 |
BUS 137 | Principles of Management | 3.0 |
MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing | 3.0 |
INT 110 | International Business | 3.0 |
Technical Electives | ||
Select 7 credits from the following: | 7.0 | |
Introduction to Project Management | ||
Project Management Assessing Risk | ||
Project Management Issues | ||
Project Management Leadership | ||
Global Logistics | ||
Distribution Management | ||
Principles of Managerial Accounting | ||
Introduction to Analytics | ||
Data Visualization | ||
Entrepreneurship I | ||
Human Resource Management | ||
Business Ethics | ||
Travel Study Abroad | ||
International Marketing | ||
Work-Based Learning I | ||
Work-Based Learning I | ||
Payroll Accounting | ||
Introduction to Accounting Spreadsheets | ||
Human Relations | ||
Introduction to E-Commerce | ||
Social Media Marketing | ||
Introduction to Business | ||
Introduction to Operations Management | ||
Elementary French I | ||
Elementary German I | ||
Elementary Spanish I | ||
Aviation Management | ||
Airport Management | ||
Total Credits | 64 |
Supply Chain Management Technology Certificate (C25620)
- Supply Chain Management Technology Certificate Specialization in Global Logistics Technology (C25620-C1)
- Supply Chain Management Certificate Specialization in Distribution Management (C25620-C2)
Supply Chain Management Technology Certificate Specialization in Global Logistics Technology (C25620-C1)
This certificate is designed to provide the student with a concentrated course of study in the field of global logistics. Coursework includes studies in global logistics, transportation, supply chain management and import/export management. Students are expected to demonstrate knowledge of the importance of the design of a supply chain to the competitive advantage of every industry.
Upon completion of the five required courses, a certificate is awarded by the college. This certificate may be applied toward the Associate in Applied Science degree in Supply Chain Management with a concentration in Global Logistics Technology.
For more information, call the Business & Accounting Division office at 704.330.4228 or check the Business & Accounting Division website.
Major Requirements | ||
LOG 110 | Introduction to Logistics | 3.0 |
LOG 125 | Transportation Logistics | 3.0 |
LOG 215 | Supply Chain Management | 3.0 |
LOG 235 | Import/Export Management | 3.0 |
LOG 250 | Advanced Global Logistics | 4.0 |
Total Credits | 16 |
Supply Chain Management Certificate Specialization in Distribution Management (C25620-C2)
The Certificate in Distribution Logistics is designed to provide students with essential knowledge and skills in the field of supply chain management, focusing on the pivotal role that distribution logistics plays as a lynchpin in the entire supply chain process. This program covers critical topics, including distribution management, global logistics, and foundational principles of supply chain management, with a specific emphasis on optimizing distribution practices. Through a combination of theoretical and practical learning, students will gain insights into the complexities of coordinating the movement of goods, managing global distribution networks, and understanding the interplay between supply and demand. The curriculum emphasizes how distribution logistics ensures efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness in today’s interconnected marketplace.
Graduates of this certificate will be equipped to pursue various roles within the supply chain sector, such as Distribution Coordinator, Logistics Analyst, Supply Chain Manager, and Distribution Center Operations Supervisor. This program prepares students not only for immediate employment opportunities but also for continued growth in a rapidly evolving field essential to modern commerce.
Upon completion of the five required courses, a certificate is awarded by the college. This certificate may be applied toward the Associate in Applied Science degree in Supply Chain Management with a concentration in Distribution Management.
LOG 110 | Introduction to Logistics | 3.0 |
LOG 120 | Global Logistics | 3.0 |
LOG 125 | Transportation Logistics | 3.0 |
LOG 211 | Distribution Management | 3.0 |
LOG 215 | Supply Chain Management | 3.0 |
Total Credits | 15 |
Supply Chain Management Suggested Course Sequence
The following is the suggested plan for when to take each course to complete the Associate in Applied Science degree, based on the program requirements of the 2025-2026 catalog. This is only a recommendation — you may take courses in another order upon consultation with your advisor. This plan is based on you starting with college-level math and English courses, starting your program in the fall, and attending full-time. You can also follow this sequence if you attend part-time. Speak with your academic advisor about the plan and any questions. This program might also offer diplomas or certificates; visit the catalog or contact the program for details. Visit the Academic Advising page for instructions on locating your assigned advisor: https://www.cpcc.edu/academics/academic-advising
Term I | Credits | |
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BUS 110 | Introduction to Business | 3.0 |
CIS 110 | Introduction to Computers | 3.0 |
ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3.0 |
LOG 110 | Introduction to Logistics | 3.0 |
ACA 122 | College Transfer Success | 1.0 |
LOG 125 | Transportation Logistics | 3.0 |
Credits | 16 | |
Term II | ||
LOG 215 | Supply Chain Management | 3.0 |
BUS 137 | Principles of Management | 3.0 |
BUS 115 | Business Law I | 3.0 |
INT 110 | International Business | 3.0 |
MAT 143 or MAT 152 | Quantitative Literacy or Statistical Methods I | 3.0 |
Credits | 15 | |
Term III | ||
ENG 112 or COM 231 | Writing and Research in the Disciplines or Public Speaking | 3.0 |
Credits | 3 | |
Term IV | ||
ECO 151 | Survey of Economics or Principles of Microeconomics or Principles of Macroeconomics | 3.0 |
MKT 120 | Principles of Marketing | 3.0 |
LOG 211 | Distribution Management | 3.0 |
LOG 235 | Import/Export Management | 3.0 |
LOG 240 | Purchasing Logistics | 3.0 |
Credits | 15 | |
Term V | ||
ACC 120 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 4.0 |
LOG 250 | Advanced Global Logistics | 4.0 |
Behavioral/Social Science | 3.0 | |
Humanities/Fine Arts | 3.0 | |
WBL 111 | Work-Based Learning I | 1.0 |
You may have completed a program certificate(s). Confirm eligibility with your academic advisor. | ||
Credits | 15 | |
Total Credits | 64 |