Online Bachelor's Degree in Applied Supply Chain Management
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BS in Applied Supply Chain Management Overview
As global trade increases and shifts, get ready to go after your next big career move with the power of Purdue behind you. In our online applied supply chain management degree program, you’ll find the support and real-world education you need to get ahead.
- Earn an online degree that employers will respect.
- Prepare for managerial roles in logistics, operations management, distribution, procurement, and more.
- Study the global nature of supply chain management, including regulations, sourcing, and cultural awareness.
- Understand the use of technology in the global supply chain.
Move Your Career Forward
Gain the technical, problem-solving, and communication skills that employers need in an increasingly complex industry.
Hands-on Learning
Use real-world supply chain management software and discuss the issues affecting the industry today.
Program Flexibility
The applied supply chain management bachelor's degree program includes a number of open elective credits. Working with your Advisor, you’ll choose courses in subject areas that align with your career interests.
Military Transfer Credit
Servicemembers and veterans, get the recognition you deserve and earn your degree faster with our PME2Degree® program. Use our Military Transfer Credit Estimator to see how much of your occupational and military training counts as college credit.
See Notes and Conditions below for important information.
Purdue Global Is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
The HLC (HLCommission.org) is an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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What Courses Will I Take?
Your applied supply chain management courses equip you to adapt in a dynamic industry.
Sample Courses
- Global Supply Chain Management
- Logistics and Distribution Management
- Supply Chain Analytics
- Supply Chain Systems
- Strategic Warehouse Management
Program Requirements
1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours
3-Week Trial
Not sure if Purdue Global is right for you? Try an undergraduate program for an introductory 3-week trial period.
There’s no financial obligation and no cost to apply. That’s the Purdue Global Commitment.
Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial. See Notes and Conditions below.
Admissions Requirements
You must be a high school graduate or possess a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or other equivalency diploma. You must also complete orientation before you start classes.
Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.
Upcoming Start Dates
We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.
Earn Credit for Prior Coursework and Experience
The average bachelor's degree student pays $15k and takes 2.3 years to complete their degree.
Ways to Save on Time and Tuition
Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.
Transfer Credits
Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions, including community colleges.
Prior Work Experience Reduction
You could earn undergraduate credit for your life and professional career experiences.
Financial Aid
Learn about federal financial aid programs available for many of our degree programs.
Grants and Loans
Learn about federal and state grants and loan programs that may be available.
Corporate Partner Benefits
Employees of Purdue Global partner organizations may be eligible for special tuition reductions.
Military Tuition Reduction
Undergraduate tuition savings for military include a 55% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and 38% per credit for veterans.
Prior Military Experience
Earn credit for your military training. The average Purdue Global military student is awarded 54% of the credits needed for an associate's and 45% of the credits needed for a bachelor's.
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Possible Behavioral Interview Questions for This Field of Study
- Tell me about a time you had to make a decision when you didn't have all the facts available.
- Give an example of a time when you took on a leadership role in a team setting. How did your leadership affect the team's performance?
- Tell me about the most impactful achievement in your career. What was the situation, what actions did you take, and what made the outcome meaningful to you?
- Tell me about a time when you failed to meet a target goal. How did you handle it and what did you learn from it?
- Tell me about a time you anticipated future needs or challenges and made changes to current operations to prepare.
Sample Skills Developed and Used in This Field
- Inventory Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics
- Purchasing
- Procurement
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Warehouse Management Systems
- Inventory Management Systems
- SAP Applications
- Planning
- Detail Oriented
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Customer Service
- Project Management
Download the Program Brochure
Download our brochure to learn more about the Bachelor of Science in Applied Supply Chain Management and the benefits of earning your degree at Purdue Global.
Get to Know Our Faculty
Purdue Global faculty members are real-world practitioners who bring knowledge gained through the powerful combination of higher learning and industry experience.
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Statistics include all Purdue Global faculty members and are not school- or program-specific calculations. Source: Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis, August 2025. 2024–2025 academic year.