Program Description
Supply Chain Managers are involved in the group of processes that take a company’s goods or products from production planning through to the end consumer. They often oversee purchasing and warehousing/logistics divisions and may be involved in activities including purchasing materials and supplies, production, warehousing and distribution of finished goods. Their primary focus is on improving production effectiveness and efficiencies. Students who complete MGT 713 will be prepared to sit for the certification exam for Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM ®).
Successful Completion
CCBC Credential: Students will have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript). Students will be awarded a Continuing Education Workforce Training Certificate. Students who complete MGT 713 will be prepared to sit for the certification exam for Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM ®).
Certifying Organization: Institute of Supply Management, www.ism.ws. Exam cost: $329.
Career Opportunities
Job opportunities include: production planner, production scheduler, materials acquisition/purchasing manager; also inventory control manager, warehouse manager and distribution manager.
Program Length
For this program students must complete:
- 6 months of course work for the Continuing Education certificate
- 3 months for exam preparation
Courses start in September and February at CCBC Owings Mills.
Program Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- If a student wishes to sit for the CPSM ® exam, the following is also required: A four-year degree (bachelor’s or the global equivalent) and at least three years professional supply management work experience.
Application Process
Open Entry – No screening or documentation required.
Program Course Sequence
1. Introduction to Supply Chain Management: MGT 644
- Textbook/Materials:
- “Supply Management”; $75; Campus Bookstore
2. Fundamentals of Purchasing & Supply Management: MGT 797
- Textbook/Materials:
- “Supply Management”; $75; Campus Bookstore
3. Advanced Supply Management Tools & Concepts: MGT 798
- Textbook/Materials:
- “Supply Management”; $75; Campus Bookstore
4. Legal Considerations of Supply Management: MGT 834
- Textbook/Materials:
- “Supply Management”; $75; Campus Bookstore
5. Modern Negotiation Concepts & Techniques: MGT 835
- Textbook/Materials:
- “Supply Management”; $75; Campus Bookstore
6. 21st Century Inventory Management: MGT 836
- Textbook/Materials:
- “Supply Management”; $75; Campus Bookstore
7. Certified Professional in Supply Management CPSM® Exam Prep: MGT 713
Program Costs
- Tuition/Fees: $1513 (Tuition-$821/Fees-$692)
- Textbook/Materials: $75
Program Contact Information
Coordinator:
Peter Naron
Email: pnaron@ccbcmd.edu
Phone: 443-840-4572
Location: Owings Mills, 305D
Administrative Assistant:
Sarah Cullip
Email: scullip@ccbcmd.edu
Phone: 443-840-1632
Location: Essex, BESS 116
Financial Aid and Payment Options
- Continuing Education Opportunity Grant
- Partial Payment Option (through Nelnet Business Solutions)
- Tuition Waiver for Senior Citizens and Individuals with Disabilities
- Employer/Sponsor Paid Tuition
- Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)
- Local Office of Workforce Development
