Logistics Major

What is Logistics?

According to the definition adopted by the Council of Logistics Management, "Logistics is that part of the supply chain process that plans, implements, and controls the efficient, effective flow and storage of goods, services, and related information from point of origin to point of consumption in order to meet a customers' requirements." This major considers all aspects of the supply chain process in industry including transportation (trains, trucks), electronic ordering and supply fulfillment, warehousing and production requirements estimation.

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What Kinds of Students Major in Logistics?

Students in logistics study a variety of management courses, including those that focus on supply chain management. They should be interested in management generally and should have an aptitude for computer usage, since many course require computer expertise.

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What Courses Do Logistics Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Logistics majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.

International Logistics
Logistics Analysis
Logistics Systems in Service Industries
Management of Logistics Supply Chains
Strategic Sourcing and Supply Management
Supply Chain Management
Transport Economics and Policy
Transport Systems
Urban Transportation
Warehousing and Terminal Management

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List of Potential Jobs in Logistics

These professions and professional organizations illustrate the types of positions you might qualify for if you complete this major. Some majors are more directly related to employment than others, however. You should consider the likelihood of employment after graduation carefully, if you do not plan to go on for graduate work in a field. Even with the completion of graduate work in some fields, however, employment is difficult, so you should determine what the prospects are for this or any major. Employment possibilities are often enhanced by the selecting employment-related courses and by the enrollment in second major or in a minor.

Electronic Commerce Management
Freight Manager
Military Supplies Management
Production Analyst
Purchasing Manager
Supply Chain Analyst
Transportation Manager
Warehouse Manager

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What is the Median Salary Range for Logistics Careers?

Actual expected salaries will vary depending on your chosen career path, experience, and even your geographic location. Are you interested in detailed information about the forecasted demand for a particular profession? Are you interested in the estimated salaries such positions are likely to pay? This government Web site allows you to search on a particular job, whether listed here or not, to give you this information.

Bureau of Labor Statistics

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Colleges and Universities offering majors in Logistics

universities with majors in Logistics

2-year colleges with majors in Logistics

MyMajors complete list has 116 schools in the USA with a major in Logistics.
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