Supply Chain Management Technology
Associate of Applied Business
Credit Hours
Location
Newark
Format
On campus
Admission
Open enrollment
Financial Aid Eligible
Yes
Credential Earned
APICS CSCP
Overview
The Associate of Applied Business in Supply Chain Management Technology is designed to provide you with the opportunity to develop a sound understanding of the critical role of supply chain management in today’s business environment.
You receive an introduction to the field of supply chain management in conjunction with basic business management skills and a well-rounded general college education. By completing this degree, you learn:
- project and operations management
- supply chain concepts and practices in manufacturing and logistics
- strategic planning, scheduling and coordinating resources
- purchasing and inventory management
Central Ohio has become a major distribution hub for multiple large businesses, including Amazon, FedEx, Kohls, Intel and other suppliers/manufacturers. COTC’s supply chain management technology program addresses the need for trained, educated employees to support the major distribution growth occurring in central Ohio and prepares graduates for the logistics and supply chain management environment.
Industry-Recognized Credential
You may be eligible to take the APICS Certified Supply Chain Certification (CSCP) exam.
Future Start Dates
Admission Requirements
This is an open-enrollment program. To be admitted, students must submit a free application for admission and complete the standard steps to enroll.
Plan of Study
Associate Degree
Associate of Applied Business in Supply Chain Management Technology
Total hours required: 60
| Semester 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
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Composition I*^ |
3 |
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MATH-130 or |
Introduction to Statistics* College Algebra* |
3 |
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PC Applications in Business^ |
3 |
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Environmental Science |
4 |
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Operation Management^ |
3 |
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Total |
16 |
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| Semester 2 | ||
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Fundamentals of Communication |
3 |
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Microeconomics^ |
3 |
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Financial Accounting^ |
3 |
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Spreadsheet Application^ |
3 |
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Introduction to Ethics |
3 |
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Total |
15 |
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| Semester 3 | ||
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Introduction to Marketing*^ |
3 |
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Business Law^ |
3 |
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Operating Systems & Security |
2 |
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Introduction to Logistics and Transportation^ |
3 |
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Warehouse Management^ |
3 |
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Total |
14 |
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| Semester 4 | ||
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Management and Organizational Behavior^ |
3 |
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Macroeconomics |
3 |
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Cultural Diversity |
3 |
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Technical Writing* |
3 |
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Value Chain Management^ |
3 |
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Total |
15 |
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*Course may have prerequisites. Please check the course description to view all prerequisites and requirements.
^A “C” (2.00) grade or better is required to continue in and graduate from this program.
The college reserves the right to change curricula without notice.
Published: March 2024
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, you will be able to:
- Understand the essential roles of supply chain management and trends.
- Apply the current supply chain theories, practices and concepts utilizing case problems and problem-based learning situations.
- Utilize computer-based supply chain optimization tools, including selected state-of-the-art supply chain software suites.
- Utilize critical management skills such as negotiating, planning, working effectively within a diverse business environment, and ethical decision-making.
- Demonstrate effective written and oral communication, critical thinking, team building and presentation skills applied to business problems.
- Apply value chain concepts to warehouse, distribution and transportation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can I complete the supply chain management technology associate degree?
Students who enroll full time will complete the supply chain management technology associate degree in two years.
Can I take classes online or face-to-face?
The majority of classes for the Associate of Applied Business (AAB) in Supply Chain Management Technology at COTC can be completed online or on campus. You will be required to attend some in-person classes.
What financial assistance is available to help me pay for college?
COTC awards more than $1 million in scholarships to students each year.
Every student is encouraged to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for grants, scholarships and loans. Students who complete the FAFSA are automatically considered for some scholarships. Other scholarships require an application.
See Paying for College for more information, or connect with the Office of Student Financial Services at 740.366.9435 or email NWK-studentfinancialservices@mail.cotc.edu.