Ph.D. in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Format: In person on the Statesboro Campus
Credit Hours: 60
Entry Term: Fall
The Ph.D. in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LSCM) develops scholars who generate and disseminate new knowledge by conducting high-quality research. The Ph.D. program is delivered via traditional course work combined with close faculty mentoring in the Parker College of Business. A key component of our success is focusing on rigorous problem-driven empirical research. While we have a strong emphasis on the research process, we also emphasize learning directly from our faculty not just the science, but also the art of research.
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Our Ph.D. graduates have been placed as tenure-track faculty at:
- University of Southern Maine
- University of Central Oklahoma
- University of Upper Austria
- Valparaiso University
- Alabama State University
Ph.D. Program in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Academic Program
The Ph.D. program is delivered via traditional course work and other research initiatives with faculty in the Parker College of Business.
The program will require at least 60 credit hours, provided the student has a master’s in business from an institution accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB). Students lacking a core understanding of major business areas may require up to an additional 18 credit hours.
Admissions
Students are admitted in the Fall Semester of each year. Applications are accepted at any time, however, early admission decisions will be very limited. Application deadlines for consideration for the following fall are February 1 for guaranteed consideration and March 1 for late consideration.
Admission Requirements
The Ph.D. program admits students in the fall semester. To be given full consideration, applicants must have their packet complete by March 1. Applications completed after March 1 may be considered at the discretion of the admission committee. In certain cases, admitted students may take remedial classes the summer before starting the program.
To complete an application to the Ph.D. program, applicants must submit the following:
- Completed online graduate application form.
- $50 application fee.
- Official transcript(s) from all colleges and universities attended, showing courses completed, grades earned, dates, and degree(s) awarded. For purposes of the admissions committee, unofficial transcripts can be appended to the application.
- Three letters of recommendation. Letters should address the recommender’s evaluation of the student’s capacity for advanced graduate studies.
- Official GMAT scores taken in the last five years. An original copy of the test score, sent by the testing agency to the Office of Admissions, is required before final action will be taken on an application. A copy of the score provided to the student may be appended to the application for the admissions committee. The GMAT is preferred, however very strong GRE scores will be considered.
- All international applicants, including resident and nonresident aliens, whose native language is not English, are required to submit official TOEFL or IELTS scores taken within the year immediately preceding the requested semester of admission. An original copy of the test score, sent by the testing agency to the Office of Admissions, is required before final action is taken on an application. The copy of the score provided to the student can be appended to the application for the admissions committee.
- Statement of purpose that includes a description of professional goals, rationale for how the Ph.D. program will further the student’s career objectives and research interests.
- A current resume that includes, as a minimum, all academic programs completed, an employment history, and any professional certifications, publications, or other significant achievements and honors.
- If accepted into the program, a Certificate of Immunization Form completed and sent directly to the Office of Health Services; and
- Applicants whose submitted application packages merit closer consideration will be expected to participate in an interview before a final decision is reached concerning their acceptance.
*Applicants may be required to take certain foundation courses prior to program concentration courses. Conditions of admission will be presented in the letter of acceptance to each student.
Learning Goals and Means
Goal 1: Graduates will demonstrate a detailed knowledge of their areas of specialization.
- Complete a research paper as part of student’s coursework requirements.
- Complete questions on theoretical topics from comprehensive exam.
- Publish a manuscript in peer-reviewed journal or national conference proceedings.
- Present a paper at national conference.
Goal 2: Graduates will master the analytical/methodological skills needed to evaluate and conduct research in their areas of specialization.
- Complete analytical/methodological questions from students’ comprehensive exams that fully cover the topic being addressed.
- Publish a manuscript in peer-reviewed journal or national conference proceedings.
- Present a paper at national conference.
Goal 3: Graduates will demonstrate their ability to design and conduct original research in their chosen fields of specialization.
- Articulate importance of research to business practice
- Present a completed paper in research seminar to faculty.
- Publish a manuscript in peer-reviewed journal or national conference proceedings.
- Present a paper at national conference.
Goal 4: Graduates will be able to teach college-level courses in their areas of specialization.
- Complete instruction of assigned college course or classes within course.
- Assess student teaching evaluations for each course taught by a Ph.D. student.
- Develop effective written and oral presentations during completion of coursework.
- Develop a well-organized oral presentation in research seminar setting.
- Present effective oral presentations given as part of the comprehensive exam.
- Present effective written presentations given in comprehensive exams.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Ph.D. program usually take to complete?
The program is designed to be completed in four years. However, it is to be expected that different students will progress at different rates.
What financial assistance is available?
Ph.D. students in good standing can expect to be funded for at least four years while in residence. Funding takes the form of a tuition waiver (both in- and out-of-state) and stipend. Financial assistance usually comes as Graduate, Teaching or Research Assistantships under faculty supervision.
As a valuable component of students professional development, the program and the university support and fully fund student travel for approved presentations, conferences and colloquia.
Admission Decisions
The goal of the admissions committee is to admit individual candidates and build cohorts with the greatest potential to frame, conduct and publish high quality research in the area. Factors heavily influencing the decision include academic potential (prior coursework/school, standardized test scores, publications), motivation (personal statement), ability to communicate (writing samples, teaching evaluations, interview) and intangibles (relevant experience, maturity/self awareness).
Is the program accredited?
The Ph.D. program, like all degree program in the College or Business, is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB) – the highest level of accreditation for business schools.
Who can I talk to for more information?
Ph.D. Program College of Business Administration Georgia Southern University, P. O. Box 8154, Statesboro, Georgia 30460. Email: phd@georgiasouthern.edu
Last updated: 5/22/2023