Business Administration Major: Supply Chain Management Option (B.S.)
https://www.unh.edu/program/bachelor-science/business-administration-supply-chain-management
The Supply Chain Management (SCM) Option is designed for students eager to leverage data analytics and sustainable practices to optimize the flow of goods and services in global markets. Recognizing the pivotal role of supply chains in today’s business landscape, the SCM Option equips future leaders with the skills needed to tackle operational challenges and formulate strategic solutions. SCM students will be well-prepared to navigate diverse industries, equipped with an understanding of essential supply chain functions such as planning, forecasting, procurement, logistics, distribution, and price optimization. Graduates will be ready to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions to real-world business challenges.
Degree Requirements
All Major, Option and Elective Requirements as indicated.
*Major GPA requirements as indicated.
Major Requirements
A typical plan of study follows, showing the major-required courses. Students take 16-18 credits per semester. Discovery Program requirements (including the Inquiry requirement in the first two years) and elective courses are taken as well. Students are expected to follow this course plan. In the first three semesters, students cannot take more than two major courses in a single semester. The options have additional requirements as noted. For an individual schedule/plan of study, students should check with the Paul College Undergraduate Programs and Advising Office for specific recommendations.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| ADMN 401W | Introduction to Responsible Business Management | 4 |
| ADMN 403 | Computing Essentials for Business | 1 |
| ADMN 410 | Management Information Systems | 4 |
| ADMN 502 | Financial Accounting | 4 |
| ADMN 503 | Managerial Accounting | 4 |
| ADMN 510 | Business Analytics and Statistics | 4 |
| ADMN 570 | Introduction to Financial Management | 4 |
| ADMN 575 | Behavior in Organizations | 4 |
| ADMN 580 | Quantitative Decision Making | 4 |
| ADMN 585 | Marketing | 4 |
| ADMN 775 | Strategic Management: Decision Making 1 | 4 |
| ECON 401 | Principles of Economics (Macro) | 4 |
| ECON 402 | Principles of Economics (Micro) | 4 |
| MATH 422 | Mathematics for Business Applications | 4 |
| or MATH 424A | Calculus for Social Sciences | |
| PAUL 405 | FIRE: First-Year Innovation and Research Experience I | 1 |
| PAUL 406 | First-Year Innovation and Research Experience II | 1 |
| PAUL 505 | FOCUS: Finding Opportunities, Careers, and University Success | 2 |
| PAUL 670 | BiP-Analytical Intelligence Topics | 2 |
| PAUL 680 | BiP-Competitive & Professional Intelligence Topics | 2 |
Depending of the choice of option and the specific requirements thereof, students may be able to take PAUL or non-PAUL electives in their junior or senior year.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Option in Supply Chain Management | ||
| Required courses: | ||
| SC 680 | Global Supply Chain Management | 4 |
| SC 671 | Supply Chain Analytics | 4 |
| SC 775 | Supply Chain Management Project Experience | 4 |
| or SC 770W | Supply Chain Management External Experience | |
| Analytics Electives 2 | ||
| Select one of the following: | ||
| International Financial Management | ||
| Marketing Analytics | ||
| Economics of Artificial Intelligence | ||
| Predictive Analytics and Modeling | ||
| Database Management | ||
| Topics in Accounting | ||
| Accounting Analytics | ||
| Process Electives 2 | ||
| Select one of the following: | ||
| Managing Business and People Across Borders | ||
| Strategic Negotiation and Conflict Management | ||
| New Product Development | ||
| Retail Management in an Omnichannel World | ||
| AI and Emerging Technologies in Business | ||
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This is the capstone course in the business administration program, and satisfies the capstone requirement of the Discovery Program. Students may be required to concurrently enroll in ADMN 700 PAUL Assessment of Core Knowledge (zero credits) for AACSB accreditation purposes.
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Only one course can overlap between two Business Administration Options.
Sample Degree Plan
This sample degree plan serves as a general guide; students collaborate with their academic advisor to develop a personalized degree plan to meet their academic goals and program requirements.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| ADMN 401W or ADMN 410 | Introduction to Responsible Business Management or Management Information Systems | 4 |
| ECON 401 or ECON 402 | Principles of Economics (Macro) or Principles of Economics (Micro) | 4 |
| MATH 422 or MATH 424A | Mathematics for Business Applications or Calculus for Social Sciences | 4 |
| ADMN 403 | Computing Essentials for Business | 1 |
| Discovery | 4 | |
| PAUL 405 | FIRE: First-Year Innovation and Research Experience I | 1 |
| Credits | 18 | |
| Spring | ||
| ADMN 410 or ADMN 401W | Management Information Systems or Introduction to Responsible Business Management | 4 |
| ECON 402 or ECON 401 | Principles of Economics (Micro) or Principles of Economics (Macro) | 4 |
| ENGL 401 | First-Year Writing | 4 |
| Discovery | 4 | |
| PAUL 406 | First-Year Innovation and Research Experience II | 1 |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| ADMN 502 | Financial Accounting | 4 |
| ADMN 510 | Business Analytics and Statistics | 4 |
| Discovery | 4 | |
| Discovery | 4 | |
| PAUL 505 | FOCUS: Finding Opportunities, Careers, and University Success | 2 |
| Credits | 18 | |
| Spring | ||
| ADMN 503 | Managerial Accounting | 4 |
| ADMN 580 | Quantitative Decision Making | 4 |
| Discovery | 4 | |
| Discovery | 4 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| ADMN 570 | Introduction to Financial Management | 4 |
| ADMN 575 or ADMN 585 | Behavior in Organizations or Marketing | 4 |
| SC 680 | Global Supply Chain Management | 4 |
| Discovery | 4 | |
| PAUL 670 or PAUL 680 | BiP-Analytical Intelligence Topics or BiP-Competitive & Professional Intelligence Topics | 2 |
| Credits | 18 | |
| Spring | ||
| ADMN 585 or ADMN 575 | Marketing or Behavior in Organizations | 4 |
| SC 671 | Supply Chain Analytics | 4 |
| Supply Chain option course | 4 | |
| Course selected in consultation with advisor 1 | 4 | |
| PAUL 680 or PAUL 670 | BiP-Competitive & Professional Intelligence Topics or BiP-Analytical Intelligence Topics | 2 |
| Credits | 18 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| ADMN 775 & ADMN 700 | Strategic Management: Decision Making and PAUL Assessment of Core Knowledge | 4 |
| Supply Chain option course or SC 770W | 4 | |
| Course selected in consultation with advisor 1 | 4 | |
| Course selected in consultation with advisor 1 | 4 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| SC 775 | Supply Chain Management Project Experience | 4 |
| Supply Chain option course | 4 | |
| Course selected in consultation with advisor 1 | 4 | |
| Course selected in consultation with advisor 1 | 4 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Total Credits | 137 | |
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Students can explore a second option, second major, minor, or general electives.
Program Learning Outcomes
Goal 1: Business Concepts & Analytical Reasoning, Graduates will apply core business knowledge and critical thinking to address organizational challenges and opportunities.- Analyze organizational challenges and opportunities using core business concepts.
- Apply data-driven reasoning to business decisions using appropriate analytical approaches.
- Communicate original thoughts clearly and professionally in written and oral formats.
- Contribute effectively to teams, demonstrating individual and collaborative accountability.
- Evaluate ethical and social responsibility issues and recommend actions from multiple stakeholder perspectives.
- Analyze how global and cultural factors shape responsible business decisions.