The Bachelor of Business Administration in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (B.B.A. LSCM) program prepares students to address challenges and build on opportunities available in the dynamic world of global commerce. The comprehensive curriculum in this program integrates theoretical and practical applications, providing students with the skills and insights needed to excel in the intricacies of logistics and supply chain management.
In this program, students develop effective sourcing and procurement strategies through hands-on experiences. They explore cutting edge technologies including predictive analytics and blockchain applications, technologies which have revolutionized supply chain management. This program instills a sense of responsibility, guiding students through international standards and frameworks to make informed and morally sound decisions. Students prepare to assess the risks associated with raw material shortages, climate change, and shifting consumer demands, thus ensuring the resilience and adaptability of supply chains.
This program is more than an academic pursuit, it is a transformative life-long learning experience, shaping students into forward-thinking professionals who are ready to assume the role of a procurement specialist. As such, students develop skills in contract negotiation, optimizing sourcing strategies, acting as supply chain analysts to enhance operational efficiency, and championing eco-friendly practices within supply chain. In addition, this program equips students for roles in transportation and distribution, strategic sourcing, and entrepreneurship in the logistics sector.
Program Duration:
Four years
Admission Requirements:
1. High school graduation certificate or equivalent approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education with a minimum average of 60%; OR
2. Two-year Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain or equivalent approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education.
1. The required score on the University English Placement Test or a passing score from another approved internationally recognized English language test, as validated by the Admissions & Registration Directorate; OR
2. A valid (within two years) IELTS Academic Test Report Form with an overall band of 5.0 with no individual band score (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) below 5.0; OR
3. Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.
1. A minimum of 60% on the University Math Placement Test; OR
2. A valid SAT Report Form with minimum score of 480; OR
3. Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.
1. Admission is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked based on their overall final year (Grade 12 or equivalent) high school percentage, placement tests rankings, and admission priority category.
2024-2025 Study Plan:
| course number | course title | REQUISITE | HOURS/WEEK | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRE-Req | co-req | cr | lec | lab | ||
| Semester 1 | ||||||
| COMM1010 | English Communication I | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| LSCM1001 | Principles of Logistics & Supply Chain | - | - | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| MATH1070 | Applied Mathematics | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Effective & Experiential Learning Elective: Select 1 of 2 | ||||||
| EFFL1001 | Effective Learning | 3 | 3 | 0 | ||
| EFFL1002 | Applied & Experiential Learning | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Semester 1 Year 1 Total | 12 | 11 | 3 | |||
| SEMESTER 2 | ||||||
| ACCT1001 | Financial Accounting | - | - | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| COMM1020 | English Communication II | COMM1010 | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| COMP1401 | Introduction to Computers & Information Systems | - | - | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| MRKT1001 | Principles of Marketing | - | - | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Semester 2 Year 1 Total | 12 | 10 | 7 | |||
| SEMESTER 3 | ||||||
| BKFT1001 | Principles of Finance | ACCT1001 | - | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| HRMG1001 | Principles of Human Resource Management | - | - | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Semester 3 Total | 6 | 4 | 6 | |||
| Year 1 Total | 30 | 25 | 16 | |||
| Course number | course title | REQUISITE | HOURS/WEEK | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRE-Req | co-req | CR | LEC | LAB | ||
| Semester 4 | ||||||
| ECON2010 | Business Economics | - | - | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| LSCM2010 | Operations Management | LSCM1001 | - | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| MISY2010 | Management Information Systems | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Social Sciences, Humanities, & the Arts Elective: Select 1 of 7 | ||||||
| BUSG2001 | Introduction to Entrepreneurship | - | - | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| SSHA1001 | Islamic & Arab Civilization | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| SSHA1002 | Introduction to Sociology | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| SSHA1003 | Introductory Psychology | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| SSHA1004 | Ethical Reasoning | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| SSHA1005 | Law & Society | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| SSHA1006 | Introduction to the Arts | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Semester 4 Total: | 12 | 10 | 6 | |||
| Semester 5 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUSG2010 | Qatar Business Law | - | - | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| MGMT2010 | Organizational Behavior | Min 30 Credits | - | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| RSST3001 | Research & Statistics | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Global Awareness & Regional Challenges Elective: Select 1 of 4 | ||||||
| ECON1001 | Global Economic Concepts | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| GARC1001 | Qatar History & Society | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| GARC2001 | Human Development in Qatar | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| GARC2002 | Globalization & Environment | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Semester 5 Total | 12 | 10 | 6 | |||
| SEMESTER 6 | ||||||
| BUSG2002 | Project Management | - | - | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| SCIE1002 | Science & the Environment | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Semester 6 Total | 6 | 5 | 2 | |||
| Year 2 Total | 30 | 25 | 14 | |||
| COURSE NUMBER | COURSE TITLE | REQUISITE | HOURS/WEEK | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRE-REQ | CO-REQ | CR | LEC | LAB | ||
| Semester 7 | ||||||
| LSCM3010 | Supply Chain Planning & Control | BUSG2002 LSCM1001 | - | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| LSCM3020 | Transport & Logistics Management | LSCM1001 | - | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| MGMT3035 | Business Ethics | Min 30 Credits | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Global Awareness & Regional Challenges Elective: Select 1 of 4 | ||||||
| ECON1001 | Global Economic Concepts | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| GARC1001 | Qatar History & Society | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| GARC2001 | Human Development in Qatar | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| GARC2002 | Globalization & Environment | - | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Semester 7 Total | 12 | 10 | 4 | |||
| SEMESTER 8 | ||||||
| LSCM3030 | Strategic Sourcing & Procurement | LSCM3010 | - | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| LSCM3040 | Legal Environment & Supply Chain Contracts | BUSG2010 | - | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| LSCM3050 | Warehousing & Inventory Management | LSCM2010 | - | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| LSCM4081 | Maritime & Port Management | - | - | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Semester 8 Total | 12 | 8 | 8 | |||
| SEMESTER 9 | ||||||
| LSCM4082 | Marine Economics & International Trade |
ECON2010 |
- | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| MGMT4000 | Strategic & Sustainable Management | MGMT2010 Min 60 Credits | 3 | 3 | 0 | |
| Semester 9 Total | 6 | 5 | 2 | |||
| Year 3 Total: | 30 | 23 | 14 | |||
| Course number | course title | REQUISITE | HOURS/WEEK | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRE-Req | co-req | CR | LEC | LAB | ||
| Semester 10 | ||||||
| BUS4101 | Practicum in Business | Min 90 Credits | - | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| LSCM4010 | Supply Chain Modelling & Analytics | LSCM3010 | - | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| LSCM4020 | Technology Management in Logistics & Supply Chain | MISY2010 | - | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| LSCM4083 | Marine Insurance | - | - | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| MGMT4010 | Leadership & Change Management | MGMT2010 | - | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Semester 10 Total | 15 | 10 | 12 | |||
| SEMESTER 11 | ||||||
| BUSG4201 | Capstone Project | BUSG4101 | - | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| LSCM4030 | Data Driven Decision Making | LSCM4010 | - | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| LSCM4040 | Sustainable Practices in Logistics & Supply Chain | LSCM3010 LSCM3030 | - | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| LSCM4084 | Shipbroking & Chartered Vessel Operations | LSCM2010 | - | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Semester 11 Total | 12 | 7 | 12 | |||
| SEMESTER 12 | ||||||
| BUSG4301 | Work Placement | BUSG4201 | - | 9 | 360 Total Hours | |
| Semester 12 Total | 9 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Year 4 Total | 36 | 17 | 24 | |||
| B.B.A. LSCM Program Total | 126 | 90 | 68 | |||
Graduate Future Pathways:
Graduates of the Bachelor of Business Administration in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (B.B.A. LSCM) program may choose to advance their academic career by completing a Post-Graduate diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management or a Master’s level program in a related field at an accredited university.
Graduate Career Opportunities:
The Bachelor of Business Administration in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (B.B.A. LSCM) is an applied program with learning outcomes closely linked to the labor market. A wide range of career opportunities in the field currently exist, and include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Cargo Network Planning Analyst
• Logistics Analyst
• Logistics Executive
• Logistics Specialist
• Production and Operations Specialist (Manufacturing)
• Shipment Coordinator
• Supply and Distribution Specialist
• Supply Chain Coordinator
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