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Degrees and Schools

Degrees are available in logistics, industrial engineering, transportation and logistics management, supply chain management and business studies. Master's degrees are also available.

The Certified Master Logistician (CML) and Certified Professional Logistician (CPL) certifications are offered by the International Society of Logistics.

Classes

Some of the subjects studied are shown below:

• Warehouse management
• Planning and analysis
• Inventory management
• Transportation management
• Global logistics
• Logistics Network Design
• Supply chain integration

Online Classes and Programs

There are some accredited schools that offer online programs in logistics, industrial engineering, transportation and logistics management, supply chain management and business studies. Online master's degrees are also available.

Employment Requirements

Many employers prefer candidates that have a degree in logistics, industrial engineering, supply chain management or business studies. Some logisticians have graduate degrees.

The major employment sectors are the federal government, management of companies and enterprises; management, scientific and technical consulting services; computer systems design and related services, and aerospace products and parts manufacturers.

How to Evaluate Schools and Programs

While evaluating schools, prospective students should consider getting answers to the following questions:

• School's Reputation - Does the school have a good reputation with local employers?
• Training - Does the program include externships? Does the school offer a variety of externships? Do students have to find their own externship?
• Curriculum - Can students specialize in their subject of interest?
• Job Placement - Does the school provide job placement services? How does the school's job placement rate in the field of logistics compare to other schools? Do employers of logisticians recruit graduates at the school?
• Financial Aid - What types of financial aid are available? Has the school been approved to provide federal financial aid?
• Accreditation - Is the school accredited by an agency which has been approved by the United States Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education?

Logisticians Job Description

Logisticians have an important role in an organization. They're responsible for the complete life cycle of a product including acquisition, distribution, internal allocation, delivery of the product and the final disposal of resources. Logistics coordinators collaborate with customers' representatives that are involved with logistics activity. They sometimes alter the plan for the movement of goods in order to minimize costs and maximize value.

Shown below are some of their responsibilities:

• Develop proposals that include documentation for estimates
• Oversee availability and allocation of materials, supplies and finished products
• Oversee the compilation and evaluation of technical data that is used for product development
• Perform system life-cycle cost analysis and create component studies
• Direct team activities
• Control and protect proprietary materials
• Plan, coordinate and oversee support activities including maintenance planning and repair analysis
• Evaluate logistics performance with customers to compare to benchmarks, targets, and service agreements

Resources

• American Logistics Association
• The International Society of Logistics
• American Society of Transportation & Logistics