App State Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) in Supply Chain Management

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Career

Positive career outcomes due to high employment demand and strong program reputation

Transfer Student

Transfer-friendly program including experiential and prior learning credit

Tuition

Tuition is $424 per credit hour plus fees for Fall 2026, and $412 per credit hour plus fees for Summer 2026*

*$509 per credit hour and $494 per credit hour, respectively, for out-of-state students; tuition subject to change

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Explore Your Potential in Supply Chain Management

Our global economy relies on a strong supply chain to keep essential goods available and on the move. However, a critical shortage of supply chain professionals is threatening this vital network. That’s where you come in.

App State Online’s BSBA in Supply Chain Management program prepares you for in-demand roles in transportation, logistics, product and inventory — all while providing you with a future-minded skill set focused on ethical and environmental sustainability.

To best serve our degree-completing students, this program requires at least 24 semester credit hours of transfer credit with a minimum GPA of 2.25.

It’s time to finish what you started. Advance your career in supply chain management at App State Online.

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Get In-Demand Supply Chain Skills

By earning your supply chain management degree in an App State Online: Flight Path Program, you’ll develop contemporary skills for today’s most pressing industry needs. Our advisory board of industry leaders provides constant feedback to ensure that our curriculum is geared toward the future of supply chain management.

During your time in the program, you’ll learn:

  • Strategic and operational supply chain planning, including intracompany and interorganizational relationships
  • Quality management, including quality control, conformance and Six Sigma, to reduce defects and increase efficiency
  • Role of technology in optimizing supply chain efficiency by improving information, financial and product flow
  • Structure and dynamics of the global supply chain, including facility location, import-export issues, demand management, materials management, warehousing and performance measurement
  • Strategic procurement, global sourcing, supplier selection and evaluation, supplier relationships, cost management and sourcing strategy

Potential Careers With a BSBA in Supply Chain Management

The biggest challenge facing supply chain operations is hiring qualified talent, according to the 2024 MHI Annual Industry Report, “The Collaborative Supply Chain — Tech-Driven and Human-Centric.” That means students who possess a degree in the field are particularly in demand for roles like:1

Operations Manager

Median Annual Salary: $102,950

Transportation, Storage and Distribution Managers

Median Annual Salary: $102,010

Operations Research Analyst

Median Annual Salary: $91,290

Logistician

Median Annual Salary: $80,880

Purchasing Managers, Buyers and Purchasing Agents

Median Annual Salary: $79,830

Curriculum and Courses

The BSBA in Supply Chain Management Flight Path Program requires 120 total credits to graduate, which includes 41 hours of general education courses, 3 hours of a Foundations of American Democracy course, 53 hours of Walker College of Business courses, 27 hours of supply chain management courses, and 6 elective hours.

Keep in mind that you’re required to transfer in with at least 24 credit hours. Any additional, applicable transfer credits you have can significantly reduce your required hours and time to graduate. The required courses include the following:

Walker College of Business Core Requirements (53 hours)

RC 1000 – Expository Writing (3)
An introduction to the various types of expository essays.

MAT 1035 – Business Mathematics With Calculus (3)

This course is an overview of algebraic concepts and a thorough treatment of functions such as rational, logarithmic and exponential.

ACC 2100 – Principles of Accounting I (3)
The initial course in the theory and practice of financial accounting. Topics emphasized include the preparation, reporting and analysis of financial data.

BUS 2001 – Business Career Development (1)
A survey of career and co-curricular opportunities for business majors. Students will explore the job market and develop job search skills and abilities as they assess and convey their education and experience.

CIS 1060 – Business Analytics using Spreadsheet Technology (3)
This course introduces students to business analytics using spreadsheet technology. Business analytics concepts will include extracting information from data through formulas and functions, creating data visualizations through charts, data modeling through pivot tables, summarizing and analyzing data, data-driven decision-making through what-if analysis, and understanding the role of statistical functions in business analytics.

ECO 2030 – Principles of Microeconomics (3)
A brief introduction to the study of economics followed by an in-depth analysis of microeconomics.

ACC 2110 – Principles of Accounting II (3)

A course dealing with the concepts and development of accounting data for decision making. 

ECO 2040 – Principles of Macroeconomics (3)

An in-depth analysis of macroeconomics including: aggregate economic measures; aggregate supply and demand analysis.

ECO 2100 – Business and Economic Statistics I (3)

A study of statistical tools used to analyze business and economic problems.

ECO 2200 – Business and Economic Statistics II (3)

Applications of statistical tools to a variety of business and economic situations. 

LAW 2150 – Legal Environment of Business (3)

An introduction to the legal environment in which business must operate. Selected areas of the law are investigated as well as the historical, political, cultural, ethical and technical context in which law exists and operates. 

RC 2001 – Introduction to Writing Across the Curriculum (3)

This course introduces students to writing across the curriculum. 

CTE 3340 – Business Communications (3)

Students gain experience in written and spoken business communications. Activities include writing e-mail, memoranda, letters, proposals and reports. 

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ENG 3100 – Business Writing (3)

This course emphasizes advanced applied business writing genres, such as specialized letters and memoranda, resumes, proposals, analytical and fact-finding reports, and other essential forms of professional communication and research.

FIN 3680 – Introduction to Finance (3)

An introduction to the field of finance in the private sector. 

MGT 3630 – Introduction to Organizational Behavior (3)

A study of individual and small group behavior in a work setting with focus on how this knowledge is reflected in current management theories.

MKT 3050 – Principles of Marketing (3)

An introductory study of the marketing process in advanced market economies. Consideration of psychological theories and determinants of buyer behavior. 

SCM 3650 – Production and Operations Management (3)

An introduction to the basic functions and concepts involved in managing the production and operations function of an organization. 

MGT 4750 - Strategic Management (3)

Integrates and draws upon knowledge gained in the business disciplines to develop a holistic perspective of organizations competing in dynamic domestic and global environments.

BUS 4000 – Business Capstone Experience (1)

This course synthesizes the knowledge gained in the business discipline by using comprehensive integrative exercises.

Supply Chain Management Courses – (27 hours)

SCM 3660 – Principles of Supply Chain Management (3)

The objective of the course is to enable students to understand the concept of supply chain management and its importance in both strategic and operational planning. 

SCM 3670 – Six Sigma Quality Management* (3)

This course will cover topics on the quality system, quality conformance, the management system for quality, the Six Sigma system, organizing for Six Sigma, selecting winning Six Sigma projects, leading a Six Sigma project team and the Six Sigma tool kit. 

SCM 3690 – Global Supply Chain and Logistics (3)

This course incorporates principles and models of logistics in the global supply chain environment. 

SCM 3720 – Strategic Procurement and Global Sourcing (3)

Strategic procurement and global sourcing focuses on procurement decisions involved in supply chain management. 

SCM 3680 – Supply Chain Technologies in a Global Environment (3)

This course focuses on the role of technology in optimizing the supply chain flows of information, finances and products in the global business environment. 

SCM 4870 – Supply Chain Analytics (3)

Analytical models for supply chain management focuses on the applications and development of modeling tools for the supply chain. 

MKT 3260 – Managing Distribution Channels (3) The study of distribution as a strategic tool in the marketing mix.

WCOB Electives (6)

*Course not required for students who hold a Six Sigma Belt Certification

Global Issues Requirement

This requirement can be met by satisfying one of the following:

  • One international business course
  • Business faculty-led study abroad (minimum three hours)
  • Semester-long study abroad for credit
  • Full-time 400-hour minimum international internship for credit
  • Foreign language courses at or above the 3000 level
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“Our highly ranked supply chain management curriculum incorporates contemporary topics related to today’s dynamic global business environment. Students gain knowledge through a variety of pedagogical methods including real-world applications and experiential learning. Our graduates obtain outstanding careers, and our alumni often return to recruit our students for employment in their organizations.”
Dinesh S. Davè, PhD,
Professor & Director of Supply Chain Management

Tuition & Aid

Credit Hours Resized

$424 per credit hour tuition* + tech and textbook fees for Fall 2026
*$509 for out-of-state students; tuition subject to change

Academics

120 credits

Tuition

Financial aid and scholarships available

App State Online: Flight Path Programs are proud to provide top-quality supply chain management education at an accessible price. U.S. News & World Report ranks Appalachian State University as:

  • Top 2 in Top Public Schools (South)
  • Top 2 in Best Colleges for Veterans (South)
  • Top 3 in Best Regional Universities (South)
  • Top 16% nationwide in Best Online Bachelor’s Programs

This ensures a sound return on your investment, as we’re nationally recognized for valuable education.

Note: For Summer 2026, tuition is $412 per credit hour plus fees for in-state students and $494 per credit hour plus fees for out-of-state students.

Calendar
Flexible

Multiple eight-week term starts are available with flexible scheduling allowing you to work at the time and pace that makes sense for you.

Top-Ranked Program
Top-Ranked Program

App State’s Supply Chain Management program ranks in Best Accredited Colleges’ Top 50 Best Supply Chain Management Bachelor’s Degrees, among other top distinctions.

Transfer Student
Transfer Friendly

Transfer-friendly policies allow you to save money and time in completing your degree.

Global Resized
Global Emphasis

Our Global Issues requirement helps you understand supply chain management in a broader context through study-abroad opportunities and international business courses.

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AACSB Accredited

The Walker College of Business at App State has been accredited by AACSB International since 1976.

Career
Professional Development

You can benefit from networking events with industry professionals and community involvement through the Appalachian Supply Chain Club.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management online?

Like most bachelor’s degrees, the BSBA in Supply Chain Management at App State Online requires 120 total credits for degree completion. However, the program requires a minimum of 24 transfer credits to enroll, allowing you to complete the degree in less than four years. Any additional transfer credits you have can significantly reduce your required credit hours and expedite your time to graduation.

Is a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management worth it?

According to Descartes, 76% of leaders in supply chain and logistics experienced a talent shortage in 2024. This means earning a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management is a valuable career investment. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects strong job growth for supply chain careers over the next decade, with an estimated 26,400 annual openings for logisticians and 18,500 for transportation, storage and distribution managers.

What can you do with a BSBA in Supply Chain Management?

Earning a BSBA in Supply Chain Management at App State Online helps you hone the skills that address industry needs, preparing you for a wide variety of roles across the supply chain spectrum. This includes leadership positions in sectors such as operations, transportation and distribution, manufacturing, logistics and purchasing.

Can you get an accredited supply chain management degree online?

Yes, it’s possible to earn an online degree from an accredited institution. The online BSBA in Supply Chain Management at Appalachian State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, educational specialist and doctorate degrees.

Meet a Professor

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Laura L. Brewer, DBA

Assistant Professor, Marketing and Supply Chain Management

brewerll@appstate.edu

(828)-262-6665

Prior to her role at App State, Dr. Brewer was a Supply Chain Data Analytics Analyst at Lowe’s Hardware in Mooresville. In this position, she was responsible for safety stock optimization in over 1700 retail locations and 75 distribution centers and managed inventory optimization exceptions and collaborated with supply chain planning teams to align inventory needs effectively. She successfully implemented and managed third-party logistics partners in the North China region, ensuring that key performance indicators, such as on-time delivery, were met; this significantly reduced excess inventory and saved over a million dollars through strategic evaluations. Furthermore, Dr. Brewer tackled complex international supply chain issues, enhancing data integrity and resolving various anomalies, including tariff and purchase order issues.

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Online Learning Made Personal

Online learning with App State Online: Flight Path Programs is all about connection — connecting with your peers, faculty and career aspirations. You’ll be welcomed into a dynamic community that truly cares about your success.

What You Need for Admission

The minimum requirements for admission are as follows:

  • 24 or more hours of transferable credit.
  • Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.25 in all attempted coursework.
  • Applicants must have earned a C (2.0) or better in coursework in addition to other requirements for it to be considered transferable.

About App State Online: Flight Path Programs

As a premier public institution, Appalachian State University prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. App State Online: Flight Path Programs allow you to connect to a top-tier campus, from wherever you are. Get a high-quality education that adapts to — and enriches — your lifestyle. With flexible, interactive bachelor’s and graduate programs accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and courses designed, developed and taught by the same faculty who teach on campus, App State Online: Flight Path Programs allow you to create your own success and transform your life.

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1General labor market and salary data are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary and employment outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience and education. App State does not guarantee employment placement, salary level or career advancement. Additional training and experience may be necessary for leadership positions.