Supply Chain Management

General Planning Tips For Supply Chain Management

Start planning for your study abroad experience early. You can take Business Foundation courses and/or Business Core courses and still stay on track for graduation.
Study abroad is also a great way to satisfy your KU Core requirements. Therefore, it is a good idea to reserve some of your KU Core classes to take abroad.
Scholarships are available for study abroad both through KU Study Abroad & Global Engagement and national organizations. Additionally, the School of Business offers scholarship opportunities for business students pursuing international study. Research your opportunities early.
Courses to take at KU: While some SCM major courses are available abroad, it is recommended that students plan to take the majority of their SCM major courses at KU.

Schedule a meeting with your business school advisor early during your first semester at KU to discuss your graduation plan and identify specific courses as well as specific timing opportunities for your study abroad experience.
After you’ve met with your academic advisor, continue your program research by visiting the KU Study Abroad Info Center in Lippincott Hall. Study abroad peer advisors can help you to identify suitable study abroad options based upon the information you received from your advisor.
Studying abroad usually requires two letters of recommendation, so it’s good to start identifying individuals who can speak to your academic qualifications as well as your ability to be successful during an international experience.
The summer after your freshman year is a great time to take KU Core or Business Foundation courses abroad. Deadlines for summer programs are typically on March 1st, so visit the KU Study Abroad Info Center early in the spring semester to learn more about your options.

Sophomore year is a great time for Supply Chain Management majors to study abroad. There are program options available during either the fall or spring semester.
Because many of the Business Foundation courses and Business Core courses at KU are taught both during the fall and spring semesters, there is some degree of flexibility with your sequencing during this time.
You can take a combination of Business Foundation courses, Business Core courses, KU Core courses, and/or minor courses abroad.
Summer internships abroad are a great way to gain valuable professional experience in a unique location. There are several locations to choose from, and you can participate in these internships after your sophomore year.

SCM majors may study abroad during junior year, but as stated above, it will require careful planning with an academic advisor.
Business Core courses are good course options to pursue abroad during this time.
The KU School of Business offers a number of faculty-led programs during the summer and winter breaks. Junior year is a good time for SCM majors to participate in those programs.

While studying abroad your senior year is possible, SCM major course offerings abroad are limited. It is not recommended that SCM majors study abroad during this time.
If you do plan to study abroad your senior year, you should work closely with your academic advisor to ensure that you are on track to complete your degree requirements.

School of Business faculty have already pre-approved a number of business courses abroad. To see available pre-approved courses, visit the Course Equivalencies Database.
If you want to take a class/classes that have not been pre-approved, complete the credit approval process.

Recommended Timing: Fall or spring semester - sophomore or junior year

Sample courses: Business Core

Recommended Timing: Fall or spring semester - sophomore or junior year

Sample courses: Business Foundation, Business Core

Recommended Timing: Fall or spring semester - sophomore or junior year

Sample courses: Business Foundation, Business Core

Recommended Timing: Fall or spring semester - junior year

Sample courses: Business Core, SCM Major courses

Recommended Timing: Fall or spring semester - sophomore or junior year

Sample courses: Business Foundation, Business Core

Recommended Timing: Spring semester - sophomore year

Sample courses: Business Core

Recommended Timing: Fall or spring semester - sophomore or junior year

Sample courses: Business Core

Recommended Timing: Fall or spring semester - sophomore or junior year

Sample courses: Business core

Recommended Timing: Fall or spring semester - sophomore or junior year

Sample courses: Business core

Recommended Timing: Summer - after sophomore or junior year

Sample courses: Business Core

Recommended Timing: Summer - after sophomore or junior year

Sample courses: Varies by location

Recommended Timing: Winter Break or Summer - varies by program

Sample courses: Varies by program

Recommended Timing: Summer - after sophomore or junior year

Courses offered: SCM 400 or IBUS 500

Recommended Timing: Winter Break - junior or senior year

Courses offered: SCM 400, IBUS 500, or BBA 500