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Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management, Specialization in Logistics for Humanitarian Aid

Academic unitHBIU College of Business and EconomicsTotal credits120Estimated duration4 years

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management, Specialization in Logistics for Humanitarian Aid

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Business and supply chain management core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management with a specialization in Logistics for Humanitarian Aid offers a rigorous academic approach to the complex systems of global resource distribution. This program integrates modern operations management theory with the principles of ethical stewardship and social responsibility, preparing students to navigate the intricate challenges of modern logistics. By examining the lifecycle of goods from sourcing to final delivery, students develop the analytical skills necessary for optimizing systems within resource-constrained environments. The curriculum emphasizes the intersection of technical proficiency and servant leadership, ensuring that students are equipped to lead with integrity in diverse organizational settings. Students will explore theoretical frameworks and practical applications related to inventory control, procurement, transportation strategy, and disaster relief management. This educational journey challenges learners to bridge the gap between complex supply chain mechanics and the practical needs of communities in crisis, fostering a worldview that prioritizes efficiency as a tool for meaningful impact.

The Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management, Specialization in Logistics for Humanitarian Aid, integrates comprehensive study in supply chain theory, behavioral science, human development, ethical stewardship, logistics research, crisis awareness, resource referral, program development, and community-based support. This program is designed to provide students with a robust academic foundation that blends specialized technical training with the theoretical and ethical frameworks necessary to serve in complex humanitarian environments.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Facts

Program facts

Degree abbreviation
B.A. in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management, Specialization in Logistics for Humanitarian Aid
Total program length
120 semester credit hours
Normal completion time
Four academic years
General education
36 credit hours
Professional application courses
15 credit hours
Capstone requirement
6 credit hours
Academic unit
HBIU College of Business and Economics
Total credits
120
Duration
4 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

  • Analyze complex global supply chain networks to identify bottlenecks and design optimized distribution solutions.
  • Apply ethical principles and fiscal stewardship to the procurement and allocation of humanitarian resources.
  • Evaluate the impact of transportation logistics on the effectiveness of emergency relief efforts in diverse geographic contexts.
  • Develop strategic inventory management plans that balance operational efficiency with the urgent needs of the populations served.
  • Integrate the concepts of servant leadership and organizational integrity into the daily management of logistics operations.
  • Communicate professional findings and operational reports clearly to stakeholders across diverse organizational and cultural environments.
  • Design sustainable distribution frameworks that prioritize the dignity and holistic well-being of the communities served.
  • Course Outline
  • Semester 1 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS101
  • Foundations of Management
  • 3
  • None
  • ENG101
  • Academic Writing and Rhetoric
  • 3
  • None
  • MAT120
  • Quantitative Analysis for Business
  • 3
  • None
  • PHI101
  • Introduction to Applied Ethics
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS101 — Foundations of Management: An introduction to management theories and practices within modern organizational structures. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ENG101 — Academic Writing and Rhetoric: Exploration of effective communication and structured research methods for professional settings. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MAT120 — Quantitative Analysis for Business: A study of mathematical applications including statistics and probability essential for operations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • PHI101 — Introduction to Applied Ethics: This course examines major ethical theories and their application to complex dilemmas in business, logistics, and social services. Students explore moral decision-making frameworks to navigate contemporary global challenges. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 2 — Year 1
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS150
  • Principles of Supply Chain Management
  • 3
  • BUS101
  • SOC110
  • Introduction to Sociology
  • 3
  • None
  • ECO200
  • Microeconomics for Decision Making
  • 3
  • MAT120
  • MIN110
  • Servant Leadership in Practice
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS150 — Principles of Supply Chain Management: An overview of the movement, storage, and processing of goods within a global context. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • SOC110 — Introduction to Sociology: Study of social structures, institutions, and the dynamics of community interaction. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ECO200 — Microeconomics for Decision Making: Analyzing consumer and producer behavior in resource allocation. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MIN110 — Servant Leadership in Practice: Exploring leadership models focused on service, humility, and community engagement. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 3 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS210
  • Procurement and Sourcing Strategy
  • 3
  • BUS150
  • BUS220
  • Logistics and Transportation Systems
  • 3
  • BUS150
  • ACC201
  • Financial Accounting
  • 3
  • MAT120
  • HIS205
  • Global Perspectives on Humanitarian Aid
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS210 — Procurement and Sourcing Strategy: Analysis of the acquisition process and supplier relationships in professional supply chains. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS220 — Logistics and Transportation Systems: Examination of network design, freight transport, and global distribution infrastructure. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • ACC201 — Financial Accounting: Basic concepts of accounting, financial reporting, and fiscal stewardship. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • HIS205 — Global Perspectives on Humanitarian Aid: Analysis of historical and contemporary humanitarian efforts and their social impacts. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 4 — Year 2
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS240
  • Inventory Management and Warehousing
  • 3
  • BUS220
  • BUS250
  • Humanitarian Supply Chain Logistics
  • 4
  • BUS220
  • RES200
  • Research Methods for Social Impact
  • 3
  • MAT120
  • CHR250
  • Stewardship and Ethics in Organizations
  • 3
  • THE101
  • BUS240 — Inventory Management and Warehousing: Technical strategies for stock control and facility optimization in high-turnover environments. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS250 — Humanitarian Supply Chain Logistics: Applying logistics principles specifically to crisis scenarios, emergency response, and resource delivery. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • RES200 — Research Methods for Social Impact: Methods for data collection and analysis to support informed decision-making in non-profits. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • CHR250 — Stewardship and Ethics in Organizations: Exploration of moral decision-making and sustainable resource management within faith-based frameworks. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 5 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS310
  • Risk Management and Resilience
  • 3
  • BUS240
  • BUS320
  • International Trade and Customs Compliance
  • 3
  • BUS220
  • COM310
  • Professional Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
  • 3
  • ENG101
  • HUM300
  • Intercultural Engagement and Service
  • 3
  • None
  • BUS310 — Risk Management and Resilience: Developing contingency plans for supply chain disruptions in unstable environments. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS320 — International Trade and Customs Compliance: Navigating regulatory requirements and international legal standards in global aid distribution. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • COM310 — Professional Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: Techniques for effective negotiation and partnership building across diverse sectors. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • HUM300 — Intercultural Engagement and Service: Analysis of cultural sensitivities and human development in global humanitarian aid. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 6 — Year 3
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS350
  • Disaster Relief Operations
  • 3
  • BUS250
  • BUS360
  • Data-Driven Operations and Analytics
  • 4
  • RES200
  • BUS380
  • Nonprofit Resource Development
  • 3
  • BUS101
  • MGT390
  • Professional Development and Career Strategy
  • 3
  • THE101
  • BUS350 — Disaster Relief Operations: Strategic planning for rapid deployment and resource management during emergencies. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS360 — Data-Driven Operations and Analytics: Using software and analytics to optimize supply chain performance metrics. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS380 — Nonprofit Resource Development: Strategies for funding, donor relations, and resource allocation in non-profits. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • MGT390 — Professional Development and Career Strategy: This course focuses on individual career planning, leadership identity, and professional branding within the global supply chain industry. Students analyze workforce trends and align their professional skills with the demands of humanitarian and nonprofit organizations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 7 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • BUS410
  • Supply Chain Sustainability
  • 3
  • BUS310
  • BUS420
  • Operational Leadership
  • 3
  • MIN110
  • BUS430
  • Strategic Project Management
  • 3
  • BUS380
  • BUS440
  • Logistics Systems Modeling
  • 3
  • BUS360
  • BUS410 — Supply Chain Sustainability: Evaluating environmental and social impacts of logistics long-term. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS420 — Operational Leadership: Managing complex human and material systems through change and adversity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS430 — Strategic Project Management: Applying project management frameworks to large-scale initiatives and aid projects. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS440 — Logistics Systems Modeling: Modeling and simulating supply chain performance to predict and address system risks. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • Semester 8 — Year 4
  • Code
  • Title
  • Credits
  • Prerequisites
  • CAP490
  • Senior Capstone Project
  • 4
  • Senior Status
  • BUS460
  • Global Humanitarian Field Experience
  • 3
  • BUS350
  • BUS470
  • Advanced Ethics in Global Aid
  • 3
  • CHR250
  • BUS480
  • Social Innovation in Operations
  • 3
  • BUS410
  • CAP490 — Senior Capstone Project: Culminating project integrating technical logistics skills, ethical stewardship, and research. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS460 — Global Humanitarian Field Experience: Reflective integration of logistics theory during practical field engagement or simulation. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS470 — Advanced Ethics in Global Aid: Deep study into the ethics of international intervention, equality, and dignity. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
  • BUS480 — Social Innovation in Operations: Designing novel solutions for complex logistical failures in low-income or disaster-impacted contexts. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Applicants must hold a high school diploma or equivalent secondary education credential with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Prospective students should demonstrate an aptitude for quantitative analysis and a commitment to exploring the intersection of professional management and ethical, service-oriented leadership. Official transcripts and a personal statement outlining the applicant's desire to serve within nonprofit or community-based frameworks are required for consideration. Senior Capstone Project The Senior Capstone Project serves as the culminating academic experience of the Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management, representing 4 credit hours of intensive, applied research. Students are required to design, execute, and present a comprehensive logistics solution for a real-world humanitarian challenge or a theoretical large-scale disaster response scenario. This project assesses the student's ability to integrate technical supply chain knowledge with ethical reasoning, fiscal accountability, and the principles of biblical stewardship. Beyond technical competence, the capstone demonstrates the student's capacity for faith-informed character development and servant leadership. Deliverables include a formal project proposal, a detailed technical analysis, and a reflective portfolio addressing how the student applied a Christian worldview to the project’s constraints and outcomes. This experience ensures that graduates are not only professionally prepared but also grounded in the ethical integrity and commitment to service required for professional success in the humanitarian sector.

Protected Curriculum

Complete program outline available after verification

Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

  • Graduation requires the successful completion of 120 credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. Students must earn a passing grade in all core and specialization coursework, including the final 4-credit Senior Capstone Project, which demonstrates mastery of both logistical theory and ethical application. The curriculum assumes that academic rigor and spiritual growth proceed in tandem, and as such, completion is contingent upon sustained engagement in the university’s community-based service activities and spiritual formation programs.
  • Degree conferral signifies that the student has demonstrated not only the quantitative and managerial skills necessary for modern logistics but also the maturity, ethical integrity, and sense of purpose essential for professional life. Students are expected to have cultivated a foundation of servant leadership that aligns with their vocational aspirations. By the time of graduation, students will have integrated their academic achievements with a commitment to principled, community-focused service in their future careers.
  • Career Opportunities
  • Humanitarian Logistics Coordinator
  • Supply Chain Analyst for Nonprofit Organizations
  • Emergency Relief Operations Manager
  • Procurement Specialist for Faith-Based Relief Agencies
  • Inventory Control Manager for Community Food Banks
  • Distribution Strategist for International NGO Aid Programs
  • 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 | B.A. in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management, Specialization in Logistics for Humanitarian Aid
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years
  • General education | 36 credit hours
  • Business and supply chain management core | 63 credit hours
  • Professional application courses | 15 credit hours
  • Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS101 | Foundations of Management | 3 | None
  • ENG101 | Academic Writing and Rhetoric | 3 | None
  • MAT120 | Quantitative Analysis for Business | 3 | None
  • PHI101 | Introduction to Applied Ethics | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS150 | Principles of Supply Chain Management | 3 | BUS101
  • SOC110 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | None
  • ECO200 | Microeconomics for Decision Making | 3 | MAT120
  • MIN110 | Servant Leadership in Practice | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS210 | Procurement and Sourcing Strategy | 3 | BUS150
  • BUS220 | Logistics and Transportation Systems | 3 | BUS150
  • ACC201 | Financial Accounting | 3 | MAT120
  • HIS205 | Global Perspectives on Humanitarian Aid | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS240 | Inventory Management and Warehousing | 3 | BUS220
  • BUS250 | Humanitarian Supply Chain Logistics | 4 | BUS220
  • RES200 | Research Methods for Social Impact | 3 | MAT120
  • CHR250 | Stewardship and Ethics in Organizations | 3 | THE101
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS310 | Risk Management and Resilience | 3 | BUS240
  • BUS320 | International Trade and Customs Compliance | 3 | BUS220
  • COM310 | Professional Communication and Stakeholder Engagement | 3 | ENG101
  • HUM300 | Intercultural Engagement and Service | 3 | None
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS350 | Disaster Relief Operations | 3 | BUS250
  • BUS360 | Data-Driven Operations and Analytics | 4 | RES200
  • BUS380 | Nonprofit Resource Development | 3 | BUS101
  • MGT390 | Professional Development and Career Strategy | 3 | THE101
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • BUS410 | Supply Chain Sustainability | 3 | BUS310
  • BUS420 | Operational Leadership | 3 | MIN110
  • BUS430 | Strategic Project Management | 3 | BUS380
  • BUS440 | Logistics Systems Modeling | 3 | BUS360
  • Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
  • CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | Senior Status
  • BUS460 | Global Humanitarian Field Experience | 3 | BUS350
  • BUS470 | Advanced Ethics in Global Aid | 3 | CHR250
  • BUS480 | Social Innovation in Operations | 3 | BUS410

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Humanitarian Logistics Coordinator
  • Supply Chain Analyst for Nonprofit Organizations
  • Emergency Relief Operations Manager
  • Procurement Specialist for Faith-Based Relief Agencies
  • Inventory Control Manager for Community Food Banks
  • Distribution Strategist for International NGO Aid Programs

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 | B.A. in Faith-Based Supply Chain Management, Specialization in Logistics for Humanitarian Aid
  • Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
  • Normal completion time | Four academic years