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Barney School of Business

Supply Chain and Logistics Management

At a Glance

Design smarter supply networks, reduce risk, and lead with confidence. This program provides intentional preparation to manage the systems that keep global business running — your potential, unlocked.

Full Time
Rolling Admission

Degrees Offered

Total Credits

Bachelor of Science

120

Minor

12

Post Baccalaureate Certificate

21

Overview

In today’s fast-paced global marketplace, this program equips students with cutting-edge skills to streamline processes, optimize resources, and drive innovation throughout a supply chain. From developing critical analytical abilities to engaging in real-world projects with industry partners, students will emerge as career-ready problem solvers ready to tackle complex challenges.

The demand for professionals in this field has been steadily increasing due to the globalization of markets, advancements in technology, and the growing complexity of supply networks.

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About the Program

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Be the link that keeps the world moving. This program will teach you how to create business value through the coordination of resources and processes across multiple entities in a supply chain.  Students gain valuable analytical skills in the planning, execution and control of sourcing, production, and fulfillment processes of products from point of origin to point of consumption.

Supply Chain and Logistics Management is offered as a:

  • Major
  • Minor (for both Barney and non-Barney students)
  • Post Baccalaureate Certificate

Degree Requirements

The program combines core courses, specialized courses, electives, and an internship. You will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. 

This major prepares you by teaching the core methods and processes used to coordinate the flow of goods and services and orchestrate resources across multiple entities in a supply network.

Questions? Please contact the program director, David Stec.

For course descriptions and complete list of requirements, visit our course catalog.

All students start with the following core classes that build a foundation in supply chain and logistics.

  • Introduction to Supply Chain and Logistics Management
  • Supply Chain & Logistics Planning and Coordination
  • Supply Chain & Logistics Strategic Modeling & Data Analytics
  • Logistics Management
  • Supply Chain and Logistics Management Internship

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  • Sustainability and Risk Management in Business
  • E-Commerce
  • Project Management
  • Facility and Event Management

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Career Outlook

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The career outlook for entry-level college graduates in supply chain & logistics management is strong, with robust job growth driven by increasing global demand for goods and services. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects employment in supply chain-related occupations to grow significantly, with logistics and supply chain roles expected to increase by about 4% through 2029.  Graduates can expect competitive starting salaries typically ranging from $55,000 to $70,000, and numerous opportunities for advancement, particularly for those who pursue relevant certifications and develop essential skills.

Graduates from the program can take on numerous roles within the various functions within supply chain & logistics management such as: Procurement Analyst, Sourcing Coordinator, Demand Planner, Materials Manager, Distribution Supervisor, Logistics Analyst, Transportation Analyst, and Supply Chain Manager.

About the Minor

A minor in Supply Chain & Logistics Management will allow students to gain core knowledge of the methods and processes used to coordinate the flow of goods and services and orchestrate resources across multiple entities in a supply network. Visit our course catalog for specific requirements.

Barney Minor Total Number of Credits: 12 (18 with Barney core prerequisites)
Non-Barney Minor Total Number of Credits: 12 (21 with prerequisites)

About the Post Baccalaureate Certificate

A post baccalaureate certificate will allow students who currently have a bachelor’s degree to gain working knowledge of the methods and processes used to coordinate the flow of goods and services and orchestrate resources across multiple entities in a supply network. Visit our course catalog for specific requirements.

Please contact Professor David Stec for more information.

Certificate for post Business Baccalaureate: 12 credits
Certificate for post non-Business Baccalaureate: 12 credits (21 with prerequisites)

See Yourself Here.

Amy Serrano '25 and Mason Krupinski '25

Experiential Learning Project

This past spring, supply chain and logistics management students in the Barney School of Business completed a meaningful experiential project where they explored the strategic sourcing processes and needs from three local aerospace manufacturers and examined use of a sourcing platform (ConnexCT) provided by Connecticut’s Manufacturing Extension Partner, CONNSTEP.

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Signature Events

The program hosts a special networking and professional development event once per semester where students, faculty, and industry professionals meet and share their knowledge on a relevant topic in the field (e.g., supply chain resilience, AI in supply chain planning, sustainability, supplier diversity, warehouse automation).

Admissions

Applications for admission are considered on a "rolling basis." We look forward to welcoming you to Barney! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact admission@hartford.edu.

Meet the Supply Chain Team

David Stec
Director & Clinical Instructor–Supply Chain & Logistics Management, Director of Career Ready Programs
Management, Marketing and Entrepreneurship

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Lan (Vicky) Luo
Associate Dean of Academic Strategy, Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management
Management, Marketing and Entrepreneurship

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Narendar Sumukadas
Professor of Management
Management, Marketing and Entrepreneurship

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Steven Adler
Adjunct Professor
Management, Marketing and Entrepreneurship

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