Operations and Supply Chain Management

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Academics / Departments & Programs / Business / Academics Operations and Supply Chain Management Major

Degree Overview

When your textbooks get shipped to you in just two days, you’re benefiting from quick and efficient supply chain management. At Calvin, you’ll gain the problem-solving skills needed to keep people, products, and markets moving efficiently.

Interact with global businesses to learn how they manage their materials, talents, and energy. Discover different ways to get goods into the hands of people who need them. Grapple with the challenges of doing business ethically, sustainably, and faithfully. You’ll do it all under the guidance of faculty who draw on their own vast experience in the business world and who have the knowledge and business relationships to help you succeed.

You’ll earn a degree that's greatly in demand in a post-COVID world, and you’ll be an indispensable member of any team.

Program Distinctives

Get an advantage - We've all seen the challenges that the pandemic caused to the global supply chain—which means people with expertise in supply chain management are in demand more than ever.
Global experience - Global aspects are deeply integrated into the program. You will travel internationally, gaining both business and cultural knowledge, and gain the skills needed to lead in multicultural contexts.
Start building your network now - Start with businesses now through class projects, and land impactful internships at a variety of companies.
Active faith - Whether you're working with a nonprofit or a global corporation, Calvin equips you to act faithfully in the business world. Learn to be effective without compromising your values.
Industry experts - Learn from the excellent faculty of Calvin's School of Business. Our professors are dedicated Christians with a wealth of priceless industry experience.

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