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John Chambers College of Business and Economics

Supply Chain Management, BS/BSBA

Supply chain professionals need to see the big picture and understand how money, people, information, processes, product, and technology interact.

Supply Chain Management is a very challenging major that prepares you to recognize and incorporate the systemic and global nature of supply chain operations in the decision-making process.

We offer two degree programs in Supply Chain Management: a STEM-designated Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management Science, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Supply Chain Management.

Your Degree Plan

If you want a dynamic and challenging career that puts you in the center of the action, requires you to see the big picture, and lead, this is the major for you.

BS in Supply Chain Management Science
The SCMS Program teaches you how to use data and management science to optimize supply chain systems. You’ll learn advanced techniques like operations research, optimization and data modeling, applied to sourcing, production, distribution, and reverse logistics. View BS Plan of Study.

BSBA in Supply Chain Management
Our SCM Program gives you a big-picture view of how supply chains work, from start to finish, and even across the globe. You’ll gain key technical knowledge and develop leadership skills to thrive in this essential field. View BSBA Plan of Study.

Take advantage of special options related to this major:

Honors

Expand your curiosity and enhance your curriculum through the WVU Honors College. Two programs are offered: Honors Foundations and Honors in Action.

The WVU Difference

What sets this program apart?

  • Learning opportunities offered at partner companies.
  • Curriculum is almost 90% experiential learning and includes outreach projects, technical field trips, and executives in residence.
  • Wehrle Global Supply Chain Lab allows you to interact with a 3D visual environment with computer modeling and simulation that takes you to the frontlines of wordlwide supply chain operations.
  • The John Chambers College of Business and Economics is AACSB accredited.
  • Chambers College awards over 100 merit and need-based scholarships annually, in addition to WVU scholarships.
  • Reynolds Hall, home of the Chambers College, opened in 2022.
  • Chambers College is fully accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International, the highest level of business school accreditation in the world.

Learn by Doing

Get involved outside the classroom.

Faculty will work with you to provide research opportunities, during which you interview executives in the field and explore the reality of supply chain management.

You may also enter small business plan competitions and access the services of the Encova Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

Careers and Outcomes

How does this degree prepare students for a career?

Industrial Production Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.

Median Salary: $121,440

Possible Job Titles: Assembly Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Plant Manager, Production Manager

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Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate transportation, storage, or distribution activities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable government laws or regulations. Includes logistics managers.

Has a Bright Outlook

Median Salary: $102,010

Possible Job Titles: Distribution Center Manager, Fleet Manager, Logistics Operations Manager, Supply Chain Logistics Manager

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Supply Chain Managers

Direct or coordinate production, purchasing, warehousing, distribution, or financial forecasting services or activities to limit costs and improve accuracy, customer service, or safety. Examine existing procedures or opportunities for streamlining activities to meet product distribution needs. Direct the movement, storage, or processing of inventory.

Has a Bright Outlook

Median Salary: $102,010

Possible Job Titles: Global Supply Chain Director, Material Requirements Planning Manager, Supply Chain Director, Supply Chain Manager

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Wholesale and Retail Buyers

Buy merchandise or commodities, other than farm products, for resale to consumers at the wholesale or retail level, including both durable and nondurable goods. Analyze past buying trends, sales records, price, and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield. Select, order, and authorize payment for merchandise according to contractual agreements. May conduct meetings with sales personnel and introduce new products. May negotiate contracts. Includes assistant wholesale and retail buyers of nonfarm products.

Has a Bright Outlook

Median Salary: $75,650

Possible Job Titles: Buyer, Grocery Buyer, Procurement Specialist, Trader

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Logistics Analysts

Analyze product delivery or supply chain processes to identify or recommend changes. May manage route activity including invoicing, electronic bills, and shipment tracing.

Has a Bright Outlook

Median Salary: $80,880

Possible Job Titles: Logistics Analyst, Logistics Management Analyst, Supply Chain Analyst, Transportation Analyst

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First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of material-moving machine and vehicle operators and helpers.

Median Salary: $61,890

Possible Job Titles: Driver Manager, Fleet Manager, Trainmaster, Warehouse Supervisor

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BS job opportunities

Career opportunities for graduates of the STEM-designated Supply Chain Management Science major include:

  • Business analyst
  • Forecast engineer
  • Logistics engineer
  • Management scientist
  • Operations analyst
  • Operations management consultant
  • Operations research analyst
  • Operations researcher
  • Research analyst
  • Supply chain control analyst
  • Supply chain data analyst
  • Supply chain intelligence business analyst
  • Supply chain management consultant
  • Supply chain systems analyst
  • Transportation analyst

BSBA job opportunities

Entry-level job opportunities for BSBA Supply Chain Management graduates include:

  • Category analyst
  • Distribution manager
  • Inventory manager
  • Logistics manager
  • Materials planner
  • Operations management analyst
  • Operations supervisor
  • Procurement manager
  • Production planner
  • Project manager
  • Quality assurance manager
  • Sourcing manager
  • Supply chain analyst
  • Supply chain consultant
  • Supply chain manager
  • Traffic manager

Where our graduates work

Job titles of our graduates include:

  • Audi district manager
  • C.H. Robinson logistics recruiter
  • GM global sourcing
  • Swanson Industries purchasing agent
  • Amazon area manager
  • WVU Hospitals contract specialist
  • PepsiCo logistics integration senior associate
  • Mylan operations supply chain specialist
  • WVU procurement category analyst

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the Supply Chain Management major, first-time freshmen must meet WVU's first-time freshman admission requirements. Interested in transferring? Review the transfer admission requirements.

Admission to Business

You must meet the following requirements:

  • High School GPA: 2.5
  • ACT Math: 20
  • SAT Math: 520

For direct admission to majors in the John Chambers College of Business and Economics

You must meet the following requirements:

  • High School GPA: 3.0

Tuition and Aid

How much does Supply Chain Management at WVU cost? And how can you save?

Tuition and Fees

Estimated rates are available on our tuition website. Anyone who is not a current West Virginia resident, including international students, will be charged non-resident rates.

Scholarships

Estimate your eligibility for merit scholarships at WVU Morgantown.

Ways to Save

Beyond scholarships, here are other ways to reduce your cost of attending WVU.

Financial Aid

The most important step toward funding your future with financial aid for the Supply Chain Management, BS/BSBA is submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA.

How to Complete the FAFSA

Ohio Tuition Reciprocity

As the result of a special agreement, students from Ohio who are fully admitted to Supply Chain Management can enroll at WVU and pay in-state tuition rates. Students must be admitted to both the University and this major.

More About Ohio Tuition Reciprocity

Start at Another WVU Campus

You can start your career with WVU at another campus and transfer to WVU Morgantown.

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Transfer Articulation Agreements

To simplify the transfer process, we have formal agreements with certain institutions. These agreements outline the courses you should take to prepare for transferring to WVU.

Review the full list of transfer articulation agreements to see if your institution is listed.

Learn How to Transfer Course Credits

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