Supply Chain Management

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Management graduates are prepared to assume leadership roles in a wide variety of careers in logistics, supply chain, transportation and warehousing areas. Students pursuing a major in Supply Chain Management are required to complete advanced study in Supply Chain Management, Business Logistics, Supply Chain Analytics, and Global Transportation Management. These majors have the opportunity to select from a wide offering of electives in the areas of Business Intelligence, Advanced Supply Chain Management, and Retail Management. Employers recommend that in order to be successful and competitive when entering this field, students should complete one or more internships.

Career types associated with SCM Common interests of SCM majors “Thinker” • Work part time in supply chain related areas. “Doer” • Conduct informational discussions with individuals “Organizer” from the industry. Attend networking events. “Coordinator” • Develop strong analytical skills and interpersonal Related skills, values, and qualities communication skills. • Ability to communicate ideas and concepts to others • Explore various professional designations and • Strong verbal and written communication skills licenses relevant to SCM career paths. • Complete an internship in SCM. • Proficiency in analytical thinking, problem solving and effective decision making • Strong interpersonal and networking skills • Ability to manage data For more information about the major Contact the Department of Business Administration, • Ability to understand different cultures in global supply 233 deFrancesco, 610-683-4580, chain environment or visit www.kutztown.edu • Ability to motivate and lead others

Courses SCM majors typically enjoy KU Majors related to SCM • Accounting Management, Marketing, Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Computer Science. • Management • Marketing Enterprising students may also be interested in: Communication Studies, Economics*, • Finance Entrepreneurship*, International Studies*, • Computer Science Leadership*, Multicultural Studies*, Public • Communication Administration, Public Relations*, Social Media, Social Work, Sport Management. • Geography

For More Information on Management Careers or to speak to a Career Counselor, contact KU Career Development Center 113 Stratton Administration Center * 610-683-4067 * [email protected] * www.kutztown.edu/careercenter • Enroll in the Career • Enroll in the Career Success • Attend your senior kick-off and Exploration Certificate. • Meet with CDC career Certificate. other info sessions to prepare • Attend info sessions to learn coach. • Complete an internship and/ for job search/grad school. about career development • Attend info sessions to learn or undergraduate research. • Update your resume and and personal branding. about resume writing and • Attend info sessions about LinkedIn profile. • Take a career assessment to externships. internships, interviewing, job • Create cover letter drafts. identify and confirm interests. • Confirm your choice of major search strategies, and grad • Gain experience through • Get involved in campus clubs and consider options for school. internships and/or and organizations. double major or minor. • Build a LinkedIn profile and undergraduate research. • Develop basic workplace skills • Research careers of interest. continue to monitor your online • Secure references for job/grad through students clubs, jobs, or • Complete a job shadowing presence. school applications. volunteer work. (externship) experience. • Complete a mock interview. • Create your “30 second” • Talk with professors, family, • Seek meaningful employ- • Build skills through research commercial. and friends about career ment or volunteer work in a projects, part-time employ- • Meet with CDC to develop ideas. field related to your major. ment, and volunteer work. job search strategies. • Conduct informational • Explore options for part-time • Participate in Careers Cafe & • Research employers. interviews with professionals work opportunity. networking programs. • Network with professionals working in fields of interest. • Write a resume and have it • Attend internship & job fairs. through events and social • Develop a relationship with reviewed by the CDC. • Take on a leadership role in a media. your professors and faculty • Manage your online student organization or work. • Join a professional organization presence. • Consider graduate school in your discipline. options and prepare for • Attend the senior etiquette admissions tests. dinner. • Participate in job fairs and on-campus interviewing. Sample Career Titles Supply Chain Management majors can be found working in a wide variety of career fields. Here are just some career titles that may be of interest. Please note that some jobs may require further education and training.

• Account Executive • Information Systems Manager • Public Utilities Manager • Administrative Aide • International Business Manager • Purchasing Agent • Airport Manager • Inventory Controller • Quality Control Auditor • Branch Manager-Any Industry • Job Analyst • Real Estate Agent/Broker • Chief Executive Officer • Load Planner • Recreation Manager • Chief Supply Chain Officer • Logistics Manager • Reports Analyst • City Manager • Logistics Specialist • Restaurant/Food Manager • Commodity – Industry Analyst • Management Analyst • Retail Sales Manager • Communications Officer • Management Trainee • Sales Manager • Construction Supervisor • Manufacturing Supervisor • Service Organization Manager • Consultant • Market Information Specialist • Sourcing Manager • Convention Manager • Media Planner • Supply Chain Analyst • Customer Success Specialist • Occupational Analyst • Supply Chain Coordinator • Department Store Manager • Operational Excellence Analyst • Supply Chain Manager • Director, Logistics • Operations Manager • System Coordinator • Director, Supply Chain Management • Planner • Traffic Manager • Entertainment Agent • Procurement Specialist • Training Manager • Government Services Administrator • Procurement Management • Transportation Director • Hospital Administrator • Production Superintendent • Wholesale Sales Representative • Industrial Relations Director • Product Manager • Warehouse Manager

Common Internship Sites and Employers

Supply Chain Management majors often find internships and employment in the following fields/industries:

• Warehousing • Health Care Industry • Transportation Company • Entertainment Industry • Federal/State Government • Business Solution Companies • Manufacturing • Nonprofit Organizations • Schools/Universities • Service Industries • Consulting

Handshake is the primary online resource for preparing and connecting students and alumni with employers.

Useful Websites for Supply Chain Management Majors: Whether you are researching related career fields, applying for internships or jobs, or planning to join a professional association, these websites are for you!

Industry Information and Professional Associations Job Search Sites Association for Supply Chain Manage- ment KU Small Business Development Center www.ascm.org www.kutztownsbdc.org Council of Supply Chain Management Executive and Management Job List Professionals www.nationjob.com/management www.cscmp.org

Marketing/Management Jobs Institute for Supply Management www.marketingjobs.com www.instituteforsupplymanagement.org

LinkedIn Jobs Warehousing Education and Research www.linkedin.com/jobs Council www.werc.org

The Traffic Club of the Lehigh Valley www.trafficcluboflv.org

To learn more about these careers, visit http://online.onetcenter.org or www.bls.gov/oco Building Your Resume for a Career in Supply Chain Management Building a strong resume for your career field starts long before you ever start your job search. Employers want to hire graduates who not only have the necessary educational background but also have experience applying that knowledge to real life situations.

Take note of the skills and knowledge obtained through your educational background and hands-on experiences. Highlight transferable skills such as fluency and technological proficiencies.

Learn more about your field and develop the necessary skills for employment by gaining hands-on experience through externships, internships, part-time jobs and related volunteer positions.

Develop profession- ally through campus involvement and professional memberships. This illustrates responsibility, leadership abilities and time management skills.