Purdue University Northwest

Programme overview

This minor introduces the principles and practices that underpin modern supply chains, including procurement, transportation, warehousing and demand planning. Courses combine quantitative methods and business strategy to give students tools for analysing flows of goods and information across organisations and networks.

What you'll study

Students can expect coursework that covers core supply chain concepts and supporting skills rather than specialist or research-led classes. Typical topics include supply chain strategy, logistics and transportation, inventory and production planning, supplier management, and use of data for operational decisions. Coursework emphasises problem-solving, case studies and applications of quantitative techniques to real-world operational challenges.

Entry requirements

The minor is available to enrolled undergraduate students who meet the home faculty's rules for declaring minors. Students normally must complete any required introductory business or quantitative prerequisites before advanced supply chain courses; consult the academic advisor or department for exact declaration steps and course sequencing.

Career prospects

Completing this minor strengthens candidacies for roles such as procurement analyst, logistics coordinator, operations analyst, inventory planner or supply chain analyst. The skill set is also useful for students pursuing majors in business, engineering, information systems or related fields who expect to work in operations, distribution or supplier-facing positions.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Financial support options for undergraduates include university-wide scholarships, departmental awards and external scholarships for business or supply chain students. Students should contact the campus financial aid office and the academic department to learn about eligibility, application procedures and employer-sponsored internship funding that can support practical learning.