Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Supply Chain Management (SCM) at Western Illinois University

The Supply Chain and Operations Management concentration provides students with a global perspective. Students will understand the complexity and interdependence of functions within an organization as well as organizations within a supply network. Students will gain an understanding of continuous improvement for increasing quality levels, decreasing costs, and reducing risks within an organization. A student that completes this certificate will be a more effective manager, a systems-thinker, and a problem solver.

The objectives of the Department are to provide opportunities for students to study various services & supply chain processes and systems leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in Services and Supply Chain Management. This major is suitable for students who are planning (1) to work in a corporate environment, (2) to operate their own business, (3) to obtain a strong business and supply chain background for pursuing graduate studies. The program enables the student to develop a solid foundation in key services and supply chain processes and in organizational and business skills.

In addition to benefiting from a comprehensive SSCM curriculum, Honors students must satisfy the Honors requirement by taking two specially designated courses. They must successfully complete the assigned projects developed specifically for the Honors students. The following two courses are offered during the junior and senior years and have the Honors components: SSCM 355 and INSS 460 or its substitute. It is recommended that non-business majors who are seeking a minor in services and supply chain management take their electives from the Graves School courses if possible. Students are encouraged to declare the SSCM minor as early as possible and should consult with the INSS Department advisors to ensure that courses are taken in the proper sequence.