Logistics and Distribution
Associate of Applied Science
Overview
The Logistics and Distribution Program is designed to prepare students for various career opportunities such as Customs Broker, Freight Forwarder, Entry Writers, HTS Classification Analyst, Customs Compliance Specialist, Dispatcher. The program places emphasis on HTS Classification and Customs Compliance to prepare the students for their CBP Customs Examination to become a Customs Broker.
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This program builds on advanced logistics and international trade concepts, combining hands-on experience with coursework in import regulations, business principles, economics, and communication. Students will gain skills in logistics management and supply chain operations while exploring global trade practices. Graduates are well-prepared for roles in logistics, distribution, and international trade.
Plan of Study
| Recommended Course Sequence | Semesters Offered | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||
| LMGT 1319 - INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS LOGISTICS | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| IBUS 1301 - PRINCIPLES OF EXPORTS | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| IBUS 1491 - SPECIAL TOPICS IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (HTSUS) | Fall, Spring | 4 |
| LMGT 1423 - DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT | Fall, Spring | 4 |
| 14 Hours | ||
| Semester 2 | ||
| IBUS 1302 – PRINCIPLES OF IMPORTS | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| LMGT 1425 – WAREHOUSE AND DISTRIBUTION CENTER MANAGEMENT | Fall, Spring | 4 |
| IBUS 2339 – INTERNATIONAL BANKING AND TRADE FINANCE | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| IBUS 1349 – INTERNATIONAL E-COMMERCE SYSTEMS | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| 13 Hours | ||
| Summer Session | ||
| IBUS 2341 – INTERCULTURAL MANAGEMENT | Summer | 3 |
| 3 Hours | ||
| Summer Session | ||
| LMGT 1440 – CONTEMPORARY LOGISTICS ISSUES | Summer | 3 |
| 3 Hours | ||
| Semester 5 | ||
| IBUS 2580 – COOPERATIVE EDUCATION-INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS/TRADE/COMMERCE | Fall, Spring | 5 |
| IBUS 2345 – IMPORT CUSTOM REGULATION | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| ECON 23XX - ECON 2301 or ECON 2302 | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| ENGL 1301 - COMPOSITION I | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| 14 Hours | ||
| Semester 6 | ||
| BUSI 1301 - BUSINESS PRINCIPLES | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| MATH X3XX - ANY MATH CORE COURSE | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| X3XX XXXX – LANGUAGE, PHILOSOPHY, AND CULTURE/CREATIVE ARTS | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| X3XX XXXX - ANY SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL CORE COURSE | Fall, Spring | 3 |
| 12 Hours | ||
| AAS DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS/PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS | ||