GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. Associate Professor Georgia Southern University Education Trends - Undergraduate and Continuing Education

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 1 What is Your Life Like? TECHNOLOGY

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 2 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

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 3 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

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 4 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

GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. Associate Professor Georgia Southern University Profiles In Undergraduate Logistics Programs

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 6 Everyone Knows The Big Five University of Tennessee Penn State University Ohio State University Michigan State University

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 7 Everyone Knows The Big Five University of Tennessee Penn State University Ohio State University Michigan State University Georgia Southern University

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 8 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

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 9 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

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 10 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

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 11 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

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 12 Not To Be Left Out Elmhurst College - Chicago Western Illinois University

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 13 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

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 14 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

GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. Associate Professor Georgia Southern University What About Me?

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 16 The Formal Options Going back to school  Full time  Part time Executive MBA programs  Weekend programs  Limited residency programs

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 17 Learning Outside the Classroom Associations / trade organizations Webinars / podcasts  Magazines  Consultants  Associations  Faculty

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 18 Sample of Universities Offering Continuing Education

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 19 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

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 20 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

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 21 Don’t Forget The Consultants and Journals

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 22 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

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 23 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

© Karl B. Manrodt, Ph.D. 24 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

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