Start Term
Program Options
Degree, Certificate or Diploma
Locations
Program Information
If you’re looking for a career that keeps the world moving, Supply Chain Management offers a dynamic and in-demand path. Iowa Western Community College’s two-year Associate of Applied Science program is designed to give you a strong, well-rounded foundation in every part of the supply chain, from purchasing and logistics to inventory, transportation, and operations.
In this program, you’ll build practical, real-world skills that prepare you to step confidently into the workforce. Whether supporting local businesses or contributing to global operations, supply chain professionals play a vital role in making sure products get where they need to go. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions across industries like manufacturing, retail, distribution, and transportation, with opportunities to grow as they gain experience.
With demand for skilled professionals continuing to rise, and limited program options within the state, this program offers an accessible, hands-on pathway into a career field full of opportunity, stability, and growth.
Students who complete this A.A.S degree will have earned a Supply Chain Management certificate by completion.
What will you do
Graduates of the two-year Supply Chain Management program will be prepared to enter the workforce in entry-level roles across the supply chain.
They will be able to support operations in areas such as warehousing, distribution, transportation, and customer service, applying foundational knowledge and practical skills to meet industry needs.
Wages
- Mean: $48.90 / hour
- Entry: $29.59 / hour
- Experienced: $56.02 / hour
First Semester | ||||
| BUS 102 - Introduction to Business | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MGT 101 - Principles of Management | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MGT 120 - Project Management Basics | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MGT 271 - Principles of Procurement and Strategic Sourcing | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MGT 266 - Principles of Supply Chain Management | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| ECN 110 - Introduction to Economics | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 18.0 Credits | ||||
Second Semester | ||||
| MGT 263 - Principles of Distribution and Warehouse Management | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MAT 711 - Business and Financial Mathematics | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MGT 269 - Introduction to Inventory Management | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MGT 165 - Principles of Quality | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 12.0 Credits | ||||
Third Semester | ||||
| MGT 274 - Principles of Logistics and Distribution Management | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| PHI 142 - Ethics in Business | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MGT 130 - Principles of Supervision | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| ENG 110 - Writing For The Workplace | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MGT 265 - International Transportation and Logistics | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 15.0 Credits | ||||
Fourth Semester | ||||
| BUS 280 - Fundamentals of Lean Process Improvement | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| BUS 161 - Human Relations | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MGT 195 - Workplace Empowerment | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MKT 110 - Principles of Marketing | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MGT 932 - Internship | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 15.0 Credits | ||||
Total Semester Hours Required: 60.0 | ||||
|
Notes:
|
||||
Program Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of the program students will:
- Differentiate the core elements of supply chain management.
- Comply with workforce safety protocols and industry standards.
- Demonstrate project management skills in procurement, warehousing, transportation, and distribution.
- Apply supply chain management tools and technologies to manage processes.
- Evaluate supply chain efficiency using auditing and data analysis.
Program Disclaimers
- Wage data was obtained from the Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) through Iowa Workforce Development. Actual wages may vary based on factors such as location, experience, education, position, and employer.