GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. Associate Professor Georgia Southern University...

GEORGIA SOUTHERNUNIVERSITY

Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D.Associate Professor

Georgia Southern University

Education Trends - Undergraduate and Continuing Education

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D.2

What is Your Life Like?

TECHNOLOGY


The Other Side of Tough Times

I love tough times.….. And I love tough times as a CEO. When the tide is lifting all of the boats it is

very hard to differentiate yourself. When things get tough that is when market share moves; that is when

leaders are created.

Source: Marketplace, February 17, 2003


Standing Still

The risks of standing still, the risks of going backwards, may not always be as as

obvious at first, but they are real….

Source: Marketplace, February 17, 2003


Agenda For Today

• Where the transportation and logistics graduates are coming from today What schools are turning out graduates and what

it takes in this job market to attract new talent.

• How and where to improve your skills and the skills of your management team by profiling different continuing education programs available today in Supply Chain, Logistics and Transportation




Profiles In Undergraduate Logistics Programs


Everyone Knows The Big Five

• University of Tennessee• Penn State University• Ohio State University • Michigan State University

http://bus.utk.edu/mlt/

http://www.smeal.psu.edu/

http://fisher.osu.edu/marketing/

http://www.bus.msu.edu/msc/


Everyone Knows The Big Five

• University of Tennessee• Penn State University• Ohio State University • Michigan State University

• Georgia Southern University

http://bus.utk.edu/mlt/

http://www.smeal.psu.edu/


Many Know Other Solid Programs

• Auburn University• Arizona State University• Iowa State University• Northeastern University• Syracuse University• Texas Christian University• University of Arkansas• University of Maryland• University of Nevada - Reno


What About The Lesser Known Schools?

• More logistics / supply chain management programs are starting across the country Typically start as a concentration or emphasis before

becoming a major Smaller programs can be more flexible, and can work with

you

• Starting a new program at your university may be difficult Universities have limited resources Not as many faculty in the area

• See Traffic World’s U.S. Logistics Education Guide and Directory for programs in your area


Case Study: Missouri State University

• Logistics and Supply Chain Management degree• Started in 1998• Over 60 majors• Current employers include:

BNSF Wal-Mart Boeing Prime Toys-R-Us O’Reilly Auto Parts J.B. Hunt Tyson FedEx Freight

• Average starting salary in the low $40’s


Case Study: University of West Florida

• Certificate in Supply Chain Logistics• Four course requirement

Two in marketing and two in logistics / supply chain management

• Approximately 75 students working on their certificate Working on a major in the next few years On the market for new faculty member

• Current employers include: CSX Knight Transportation Kimberly - Clarke C.H. Robinson


Not To Be Left Out

Elmhurst College - Chicago

Western Illinois University


How To Decide Where To Recruit

• Know your needs What skills sets are you looking for Sourcing / procurement Modeling capabilities

• Know the faculty What have they done What is their research area(s)

• Know the program Curriculum Students Current employers


How To Get Involved

• Teach Internships / co-ops Six month internships best

• Tours • Time

Come on campus and meet with groups of students

Formal meeting or lunch• Resources

Scholarships are great, but….. Funding to manage / grow the program




What About Me?


The Formal Options

• Going back to school Full time Part time

• Executive MBA programs Weekend programs Limited residency programs


Learning Outside the Classroom

• Associations / trade organizations• Webinars / podcasts

Magazines Consultants Associations Faculty


Sample of Universities Offering Continuing Education


Seminars Offered by Associations

• CSCMP Courses

• Fundamentals• China• Performance Based Acquisition

Sessions on line

• WERC Seminars

• Benchmarking• Metrics• Warehouse space / utilization

On-line• Conference sessions


Seminars Offered by Associations

• APICS Certification - Certified Supply Chain Professional Workshops that can be done in the office Webinars

• S&OP• Breaking Policy Constraints• On demand available 24/7

• ISM Multiple offerings done

• On line• On demand• Workshops to attend

Majority are supply / purchasing


Don’t Forget The Consultants and Journals


A Personal Perspective

• Magazines Great to scan / find out what is current

• Webcasts / webinars Good for more detail Limited interaction with the presenters Aimed at mid-management

• Short courses Wide range of offering are available Care in selecting right one Look for those that teach you how to do something Big benefit is the interaction with others in the class and the

faculty• Conferences

Great contacts and content Data may not be as timely as webinars / web casts


Where Is It All Headed?

• More good content will be available via the internet Great for archives and current events Younger generation will be more linked and

require easy access Priced to serve the market - free

• Short courses availability and acceptance increasing

• But, it is still about relationships Faculty and fellow students


What Should I Do Now?

• Reach out to the schools in your area Internships are critical for both intern and

employer Be willing to share your experiences Education is a two way street

• Spend time - and money - to keep your current workforce current

• Try new educational opportunities


For Further Information

•Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D.http://www.georgiasouthern.edu/[email protected]

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