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Doctor of Philosophy in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management, Specialization in Logistics for Humanitarian Aid

Academic unitHBIU College of Business and EconomicsTotal credits120Estimated duration3 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

Ed.D. in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Maximum approved transfer credit

Up to 40 semester credit hours

Minimum credits completed through the University after maximum transfer

80 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Three to six academic years, depending on approved transfer credit, enrollment status, academic progress, and completion of the doctoral project

Advanced faith-based supply chain management and specialization courses

30 credit hours

Leadership, administration, and professional practice

21 credit hours

Research methods and program evaluation

18 credit hours

Professional application and doctoral residency

15 credit hours

Advanced electives or concentration courses

12 credit hours

Comprehensive examination and doctoral candidacy

6 credit hours

Applied doctoral project and defense

18 credit hours

Total

120 semester credit hours

The Doctor of Philosophy in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management with a specialization in Logistics for Humanitarian Aid is an advanced terminal degree designed for professionals seeking to integrate ethical decision-making, stewardship, and servant leadership into the complex field of global logistics. The curriculum emphasizes the application of quantitative and qualitative analytical frameworks to resolve logistical challenges in resource-constrained environments, ensuring that aid reaches vulnerable populations with efficiency and integrity. Through rigorous academic inquiry, students explore the intersection of operational excellence and moral responsibility, positioning themselves as scholars who can bridge the gap between academic theory and the practical demands of humanitarian service. By fostering a deep understanding of organizational resilience and sustainable supply chain systems, this program empowers graduates to lead transformative initiatives that reflect a commitment to human dignity and equitable resource distribution.

The Doctor of Education in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management is an applied professional doctorate emphasizing advanced faith-based supply chain management knowledge, organizational leadership, ethical stewardship, program development, community-care systems, higher-education instruction, and evidence-informed professional practice.

Students may receive up to 40 semester credit hours of approved graduate or doctoral transfer credit. Accepted transfer credits are applied toward the 120-credit graduation requirement and may reduce the number of courses and the amount of time required to complete the degree. A student receiving the maximum transfer-credit award must complete at least 80 semester credit hours through the University.

The applied doctoral project must address a documented faith-based supply chain management-support, educational, organizational, or community-care need. The project must include scholarly research, an implementation model, measurable outcomes, ethical safeguards, an evaluation plan, and a successful oral defense.

DOCTORAL TRANSFER-CREDIT POLICY: The Doctor of Education and Doctor of Philosophy programs each require 120 semester credit hours. Students may transfer up to 40 semester credit hours of eligible graduate or doctoral coursework toward either degree. Transfer credit is not automatically awarded. Each request is evaluated individually according to: The academic level of the previous coursework; The relevance of the coursework to the doctoral curriculum; Course content and learning outcomes; Credit-hour equivalency; Grades earned; The age of the coursework; Official institutional documentation; The University's residency and transfer-credit policies. Accepted transfer credit may reduce the number of courses and the amount of time required to complete the degree. Students awarded the maximum 40 transfer credits will have 80 semester credit hours remaining in the 120-credit doctoral program. Comprehensive examinations, doctoral candidacy, doctoral residency, the applied doctoral project, dissertation research, and the final oral defense must ordinarily be completed through the University. These requirements may not be satisfied through transfer credit unless expressly permitted under a published University policy.

Program Facts

Program facts

Degree abbreviation
Ed.D. in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management
Total program length
120 semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Three to six academic years, depending on approved transfer credit, enrollment status, academic progress, and completion of the doctoral project
Academic unit
HBIU College of Business and Economics
Total credits
120
Duration
3 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Analyze complex humanitarian supply chain networks using advanced quantitative models and qualitative assessment tools.
  • Evaluate the impact of ethical stewardship and servant leadership on the effectiveness of non-profit logistical operations.
  • Design sustainable supply chain strategies that demonstrate resilience in the face of natural disasters, conflict, and economic volatility.
  • Integrate Christian worldview principles into organizational decision-making and resource management practices.
  • Develop original research that contributes to the academic literature on supply chain management within humanitarian contexts.
  • Communicate research findings effectively to diverse stakeholders in both academic and field-based operational environments.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • RES700
  • Advanced Research Methodology
  • 3
  • None
  • MGT710
  • Logistics and Servant Leadership
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS720
  • Stewardship in Resource Management
  • 3
  • None
  • RES700 — Advanced Research Methodology: This course examines qualitative and quantitative research designs essential for doctoral-level inquiry. Students develop skills in literature review, hypothesis development, and data collection techniques. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT710 — Logistics and Servant Leadership: This course explores the philosophical and practical intersections of logistics management and the principles of servant leadership. Students analyze how leadership styles impact organizational outcomes in service-oriented sectors. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS720 — Stewardship in Resource Management: This course investigates the ethics of stewardship within supply chain management and the responsible use of organizational assets. It focuses on transparency, accountability, and ethical financial practices in international settings. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT730
  • Global Supply Chain Systems
  • 4
  • RES700
  • RES740
  • Statistical Analysis for Logistics
  • 4
  • RES700
  • BUS750
  • Ethics and Global Commerce
  • 3
  • BUS720
  • BUS760
  • Professional Development and Career Theory
  • 3
  • None
  • MGT730 — Global Supply Chain Systems: Students examine the architecture of global supply chains with an emphasis on inter-organizational coordination. The course covers technical operational frameworks and infrastructure evaluation. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • RES740 — Statistical Analysis for Logistics: This course provides advanced training in statistical software and data analysis methods for supply chain research. Topics include predictive modeling, network optimization, and variance analysis. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS750 — Ethics and Global Commerce: Students evaluate ethical dilemmas in international trade and their impact on humanitarian operations. The curriculum emphasizes the development of organizational codes of conduct and moral decision-making models. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS760 — Professional Development and Career Theory: This course examines historical and sociological perspectives on workforce participation and individual professional trajectories. Students analyze the impact of labor market trends and institutional structures on personal career development. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT810
  • Disaster Relief Logistics
  • 4
  • MGT730
  • BUS820
  • Sustainability in Humanitarian Operations
  • 4
  • BUS750
  • RES830
  • Advanced Dissertation Seminar I
  • 3
  • RES740
  • MGT840
  • Organizational Behavior in Non-Profits
  • 3
  • MGT710
  • MGT810 — Disaster Relief Logistics: This course analyzes the logistics of responding to natural disasters and complex humanitarian emergencies. Topics include staging, last-mile delivery, and inter-agency collaboration under crisis conditions. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS820 — Sustainability in Humanitarian Operations: Students explore sustainable practices in supply chain management, focusing on minimizing environmental impact and maximizing resource longevity. The course addresses circular economies within humanitarian aid settings. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • RES830 — Advanced Dissertation Seminar I: This seminar guides students through the initial stages of dissertation development, including topic selection and research design. It focuses on framing research questions within an academic context. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT840 — Organizational Behavior in Non-Profits: This course investigates the unique challenges of organizational culture, human resource management, and team dynamics within non-profit entities. It focuses on motivating staff and volunteers through vision-driven leadership. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • MGT850
  • Strategic Procurement in Aid Markets
  • 4
  • MGT730
  • RES860
  • Advanced Dissertation Seminar II
  • 4
  • RES830
  • BUS870
  • Financial Stewardship for Non-Profits
  • 3
  • BUS720
  • MGT880
  • Supply Chain Risk Management
  • 3
  • MGT810
  • MGT850 — Strategic Procurement in Aid Markets: This course covers strategic sourcing, vendor management, and procurement strategies tailored to the humanitarian aid environment. Special focus is given to fair-trade practices and local resource acquisition. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • RES860 — Advanced Dissertation Seminar II: This course involves literature synthesis and the preparation of the research prospectus. Students engage in peer review and faculty consultation to refine their dissertation proposals. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS870 — Financial Stewardship for Non-Profits: Students examine the financial systems, budgeting, and fiduciary responsibilities critical for the operation of faith-based humanitarian organizations. Emphasis is placed on reporting standards and donor accountability. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT880 — Supply Chain Risk Management: This course analyzes risks inherent in humanitarian supply chains, including geopolitical instability and infrastructure failure. Students design mitigation strategies to protect the continuity of mission-critical operations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 5 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • RES910
  • Doctoral Dissertation Research I
  • 4
  • RES860
  • MGT920
  • Advanced Logistics Innovation
  • 4
  • MGT810
  • BUS930
  • Leadership and Change Management
  • 3
  • MGT840
  • MGT940
  • Systems Thinking in Humanitarian Aid
  • 3
  • MGT810
  • RES910 — Doctoral Dissertation Research I: The student conducts extensive fieldwork or data analysis related to their dissertation research. Close collaboration with the faculty committee is required for progress toward the findings phase. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT920 — Advanced Logistics Innovation: This course explores emerging technologies and innovative solutions for logistical challenges, such as tracking and information systems. The discussion emphasizes the application of tech for improving aid efficiency. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS930 — Leadership and Change Management: Students examine change management models in the context of organizational leadership. It focuses on building adaptive organizations that sustain missions despite external pressures. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT940 — Systems Thinking in Humanitarian Aid: This course applies systems thinking to the complexities of global aid delivery. It encourages a holistic approach to understanding the interdependencies of supply chain participants. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 6 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • RES950
  • Doctoral Dissertation Research II
  • 4
  • RES910
  • CAP960
  • Capstone: Integrative Applied Dissertation Defense
  • 4
  • RES950
  • BUS970
  • Organizational Ethics in Crisis
  • 3
  • BUS870
  • MGT980
  • Advanced Professional Leadership and Ethics
  • 3
  • THE760
  • RES950 — Doctoral Dissertation Research II: The student finalizes the dissertation, including final data interpretation and manuscript writing. The course culminates in the final review and preparation for the oral defense of the work. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • CAP960 — Capstone: Integrative Applied Dissertation Defense: This final component requires the student to present and defend their dissertation research before an academic committee. The candidate demonstrates mastery of the subject matter and the integration of faith-based principles. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS970 — Organizational Ethics in Crisis: This course addresses ethical decision-making under high-pressure conditions in humanitarian field operations. It emphasizes maintaining organizational identity and moral clarity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT980 — Advanced Professional Leadership and Ethics: This course focuses on the cultivation of professional identity, ethical decision-making, and self-regulation within high-pressure organizational environments. Participants explore models of reflective practice and leadership sustainability in the humanitarian sector. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Admission to the Doctor of Philosophy in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management requires a completed Master's degree in a relevant discipline, such as business, logistics, organizational leadership, or a related field, from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Prospective candidates must submit official transcripts, a statement of purpose outlining their research interests and professional goals, three letters of recommendation that speak to their academic capacity and character, and a current curriculum vitae. Applicants may be required to participate in a faculty interview to demonstrate alignment with the program’s focus on faith-integrated professional practice and academic rigor. Dissertation Requirement The Dissertation serves as the culminating academic experience for the Doctor of Philosophy in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management. It requires students to conduct original, independent research that addresses a significant logistical challenge within the humanitarian aid sector, contributing new knowledge to the field while demonstrating a high level of scholarly competence. The scope of the project must move beyond theoretical analysis to propose actionable solutions that reflect both technical proficiency and a commitment to servant leadership, stewardship, and ethical integrity. By exploring how faith-informed principles influence resource allocation and operational resilience, students produce a work that bridges the gap between academic research and the practical needs of the global community. Throughout the dissertation process, students are mentored by faculty in a manner that emphasizes the integration of a Christian worldview with professional responsibility. Deliverables include a formal research prospectus, a comprehensive literature review, and the final dissertation manuscript, which must be defended before an academic committee. The project serves as both an assessment of the student’s mastery of supply chain management and a demonstration of their capacity to apply character-based leadership to influence meaningful, systemic change within faith-based, nonprofit, and community organizations.

Protected Curriculum

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Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • Graduation from the program requires the successful completion of 120 credit hours, including the 35 credits transferred from the student's prior master's studies and 85 credits of doctoral coursework, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Candidates must also demonstrate satisfactory completion of the Dissertation, including a successful oral defense, which signifies their ability to contribute original, rigorous research to the field. Each student must adhere to the highest standards of academic honesty and ethical conduct throughout their tenure in the program.
  • Beyond academic and research achievements, candidates are expected to demonstrate ongoing commitment to the program’s faith-based mission through active participation in spiritual formation activities, community service, and professional reflections that bridge faith and work. Graduation affirms not only the candidate’s mastery of supply chain and logistical disciplines but also their readiness to pursue vocations characterized by spiritual maturity, ethical integrity, and a dedication to the stewardship of resources in service to others. This comprehensive assessment ensures that graduates are prepared to contribute effectively to the missions of faith-based, nonprofit, and community organizations.
  • Career Opportunities
  • Humanitarian Logistics Director for Global Non-Profits
  • Supply Chain Consultant for Faith-Based Relief Agencies
  • Academic Faculty in Logistics and Ethics
  • Operations Strategist for International Aid Organizations
  • Non-Profit Resource Management Consultant
  • Policy Advisor for Global Development Agencies
  • Supply Chain Research Analyst
  • Important Notices
  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | Ed.D. in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Maximum approved transfer credit | Up to 40 semester credit hours
  • Minimum credits completed through the University after maximum transfer | 80 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Three to six academic years, depending on approved transfer credit, enrollment status, academic progress, and completion of the doctoral project
  • Advanced faith-based supply chain management and specialization courses | 30 credit hours
  • Leadership, administration, and professional practice | 21 credit hours
  • Research methods and program evaluation | 18 credit hours
  • Professional application and doctoral residency | 15 credit hours
  • Advanced electives or concentration courses | 12 credit hours
  • Comprehensive examination and doctoral candidacy | 6 credit hours
  • Applied doctoral project and defense | 18 credit hours
  • Total | 120 semester credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • RES700 | Advanced Research Methodology | 3 | None
  • MGT710 | Logistics and Servant Leadership | 3 | None
  • BUS720 | Stewardship in Resource Management | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT730 | Global Supply Chain Systems | 4 | RES700
  • RES740 | Statistical Analysis for Logistics | 4 | RES700
  • BUS750 | Ethics and Global Commerce | 3 | BUS720
  • BUS760 | Professional Development and Career Theory | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT810 | Disaster Relief Logistics | 4 | MGT730
  • BUS820 | Sustainability in Humanitarian Operations | 4 | BUS750
  • RES830 | Advanced Dissertation Seminar I | 3 | RES740
  • MGT840 | Organizational Behavior in Non-Profits | 3 | MGT710
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT850 | Strategic Procurement in Aid Markets | 4 | MGT730
  • RES860 | Advanced Dissertation Seminar II | 4 | RES830
  • BUS870 | Financial Stewardship for Non-Profits | 3 | BUS720
  • MGT880 | Supply Chain Risk Management | 3 | MGT810
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • RES910 | Doctoral Dissertation Research I | 4 | RES860
  • MGT920 | Advanced Logistics Innovation | 4 | MGT810
  • BUS930 | Leadership and Change Management | 3 | MGT840
  • MGT940 | Systems Thinking in Humanitarian Aid | 3 | MGT810
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • RES950 | Doctoral Dissertation Research II | 4 | RES910
  • CAP960 | Capstone: Integrative Applied Dissertation Defense | 4 | RES950
  • BUS970 | Organizational Ethics in Crisis | 3 | BUS870
  • MGT980 | Advanced Professional Leadership and Ethics | 3 | THE760

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Humanitarian Logistics Director for Global Non-Profits
  • Supply Chain Consultant for Faith-Based Relief Agencies
  • Academic Faculty in Logistics and Ethics
  • Operations Strategist for International Aid Organizations
  • Non-Profit Resource Management Consultant
  • Policy Advisor for Global Development Agencies
  • Supply Chain Research Analyst

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

Important Notices

  • The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
  • HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
  • HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
  • Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
  • The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
  • Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
  • Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
  • This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
  • Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
  • Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
  • Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
  • Degree abbreviation | Ed.D. in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Maximum approved transfer credit | Up to 40 semester credit hours
  • Minimum credits completed through the University after maximum transfer | 80 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Three to six academic years, depending on approved transfer credit, enrollment status, academic progress, and completion of the doctoral project
  • Advanced faith-based supply chain management and specialization courses | 30 credit hours
  • Leadership, administration, and professional practice | 21 credit hours
  • Research methods and program evaluation | 18 credit hours
  • Professional application and doctoral residency | 15 credit hours
  • Advanced electives or concentration courses | 12 credit hours
  • Comprehensive examination and doctoral candidacy | 6 credit hours
  • Applied doctoral project and defense | 18 credit hours
  • Total | 120 semester credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • RES700 | Advanced Research Methodology | 3 | None
  • MGT710 | Logistics and Servant Leadership | 3 | None
  • BUS720 | Stewardship in Resource Management | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT730 | Global Supply Chain Systems | 4 | RES700
  • RES740 | Statistical Analysis for Logistics | 4 | RES700
  • BUS750 | Ethics and Global Commerce | 3 | BUS720
  • BUS760 | Professional Development and Career Theory | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT810 | Disaster Relief Logistics | 4 | MGT730
  • BUS820 | Sustainability in Humanitarian Operations | 4 | BUS750
  • RES830 | Advanced Dissertation Seminar I | 3 | RES740
  • MGT840 | Organizational Behavior in Non-Profits | 3 | MGT710
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • MGT850 | Strategic Procurement in Aid Markets | 4 | MGT730
  • RES860 | Advanced Dissertation Seminar II | 4 | RES830
  • BUS870 | Financial Stewardship for Non-Profits | 3 | BUS720
  • MGT880 | Supply Chain Risk Management | 3 | MGT810
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • RES910 | Doctoral Dissertation Research I | 4 | RES860
  • MGT920 | Advanced Logistics Innovation | 4 | MGT810
  • BUS930 | Leadership and Change Management | 3 | MGT840
  • MGT940 | Systems Thinking in Humanitarian Aid | 3 | MGT810
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • RES950 | Doctoral Dissertation Research II | 4 | RES910
  • CAP960 | Capstone: Integrative Applied Dissertation Defense | 4 | RES950
  • BUS970 | Organizational Ethics in Crisis | 3 | BUS870
  • MGT980 | Advanced Professional Leadership and Ethics | 3 | THE760