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Explore the unlimited career opportunities that the Master of Science in Logistics, Trade and Transportation can offer you. If you are interested in logistics management (the movement of goods using the most effective and efficient means), this program from Online at Southern Miss is for you. Our online Logistics, Trade and Transportation degree in logistics management is designed to empower professionals to meet the growing demands of transportation management and related careers in the Gulf Coast Regions, Nationally and Internationally.

The online Logistics, Trade and Transportation degree (LLT) is an interdisciplinary program comprised of 30 total credit hours. This LTT program can be completed in one year and customized to meet career advancement needs. The MS LTT courses are delivered in several flexible formats, including online, in-person, and executive/hybrid format to allow practitioners to continue to work while pursuing the degree. This is your life, plus college.

Your future starts at Southern Miss!

The University of Southern Mississippi is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools of Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). That means you can expect a program with the highest standards and quality.

The Graduate School will be authorizing standardized test waivers to applicants to the Spring, Summer, and Fall 2021 terms.

 

Your Future

Check out some of the jobs our graduates landed after earning this degree:
  • Transportation Coordinator
  • Logistics Sales Coordinator
  • Logistics Manager
  • Transportation Analyst
  • Regional Logistics Lead
  • Transportation Manager
  • Transportation Account Manager
  • Logistics Specialist
  • Freight Broker
  • Operations Coordinator
  • Supply Chain Analyst
  • Warehouse Manager
  • Distribution Coordinator
  • Purchasing Manager
National Salary Averages* Career pathway for online logistics, trade and transportation degree

Degree Requirements

In addition to the degree requirements established by the graduate school (minimum 30 hours with a minimum of 18 hours at the 600 level), students earning the Master of Science in Logistics, Trade and Transportation must satisfy the degree requirements listed below.

  1. Minimum of total of thirty (30) hours in graduate-level courses.
  2. Eighteen (18) of the 30 hours must be 600 level or higher.
  3. Eighteen (18) of the 30 hours must be from the core courses.
  4. Twelve (12) of the 30 hours must be from the approved elective courses.
  5. Apply for degree.
  6. Successful completion of a comprehensive written examination online following the comprehensive exam guidelines.
  7. Grade point average of 3.0 or above is required for graduation.
  8. Some students may be required to take few prerequisites/additional courses that do not count towards the minimum thirty (30) hours.
  9. Continuous Enrollment Requirement and other requirements as specified in the Graduate Bulletin.
  10. Comply with the Academic Policies located at: Academic Policies.
  11. Complete the TWO separate parts of the Graduate Exit Survey

Part 1 of 2 – Graduate Exit Survey – Demographic Information
Part 2 of 2 – Graduate Exit Survey – Program Information

12.  Complete RCR Training and email the certificate at the end of the form to Gabriela Thornton (Gabriela.Thornton@usm.edu) and to Mrs. Pam Posey (pam.posey@usm.edu)

Required courses:

Course Credits
Logistics Transportation Systems
3 hrs.
Logistics Distribution Systems
3 hrs.
Advanced Supply Chain Management
3 hrs.
Supply Chain Design and Management
3 hrs.
Supply Chain Modeling and Analysis
3 hrs.
Global Supply Chain Management
3 hrs.

Select any 4 courses from the following:
(at least 2 of them have to be 600 level or higher)

Course Credits
Production and Inventory Control Systems
3 hrs.
Lean Production Systems
3 hrs.
Engineering Project Management
3 hrs.
Biostatistics
3 hrs.
Advanced Workforce Analysis
3 hrs.
Workforce Development Models
3 hrs.
Topics in Engineering Technology
3 hrs.
Construction Internship
3 hrs.
Management Foundations
3 hrs.
Accounting Foundations
3 hrs.
Marketing Foundations
3 hrs.
Finance Foundations
3 hrs.
International Economics
3 hrs.
International Security
3 hrs.
Globalization
3 hrs.
Seminar in Homeland Security
3 hrs.
The New Economy
3 hrs.
Entrepreneurship and Tech-Based Development
3 hrs.
Economic Development Theory and Research Methods
3 hrs.
Marketing and Business Development
3 hrs.
Strategies for Technology Training
3 hrs.
Performance Technology I
3 hrs.
Workforce Training and Development Seminar
3 hrs.
Change Leadership
3 hrs.
Competency Models
3 hrs.
Organizational Behavior and Leadership
3 hrs.
Analytical Decision Making
3 hrs.
Managerial Accounting
3 hrs.
Financial Management
3 hrs.
Global Business Systems
3 hrs.
Marketing Management
3 hrs.
Software Design and Development
3 hrs.
Database Management Systems Design
3 hrs.
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
3 hrs.
Artificial Intelligence
3 hrs.
Distributed Database Systems
3 hrs.
Private Security: Law and Loss Prevention
3 hrs.
Geographic Information Systems
3 hrs.

Additional Note

Please note that the above information is meant to be a guide and is not official. For further information regarding courses for this degree, see the University Bulletin. Please be aware that not all course choices listed in the University Bulletin are available online. However, sufficient online options are available to complete this degree.

Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any additional fees?

Additional course fees may apply to the online logistics, trade and transportation degree. Fees range between $20 – $60.

The prospective student must complete the Graduate School admission application online and pay the application fee at http://apps.usm.edu/graduate-school/grad-school-apps/.

Online logistics, trade and transportation degree students can initiate the program in the fall or spring semester.

The online logistics, trade and transportation degree requires 30 total hours. Full time students  can complete the MS LTT in one year by taking 12 hours in the fall, 12 hours in the spring, and 6 hours in the summer. Working professional studying part-time could complete the MS LTT in two years by taking 3-6 hours during falls, springs and summers.

Yes, This Master program is designed to be flexible and meet the needs of the working professionals.

Yes, Graduate assistantships are available for full time students pursuing an M.S. degree with regular admission.

Students with an assistantship can receive up to a full tuition waiver, including out-of-state tuition and a stipend.

Yes, the university has a career services program that assists students in finding jobs post graduation.

To find pricing information, click here. For financial aid information, click here. For detailed tuition information, click here. Some courses might have an additional fee that covers books, meals during the in-person, and special technology needed for the program

Yes, In addition to the online logistics, trade and transportation degree students can receive a certificate in Economic Development (if the proper courses for the certificate are taken).

 

Yes, There is a processing fee to print and issue the certificate.

Please visit our programs page here: https://online.usm.edu/programs/

Logistics and supply chain is one of the fastest growing disciplines in the world. According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), the US employs more than five million logistics & supply chain professionals and the demand of such professionals is on rise. The career outlook for Logistics, Trade and Transportation graduates is very promising as it is demanding and highly paid. Based on our alumni survey, 100% of our graduates land a job related to the discipline within a year of their graduation.

Logistics, Trade and Transportation graduates traditionally work in logistics and transportation related industries including supply chain, warehousing, trucking, intermodal freight, freight forwarding, transportation security, etc. An increasing number are being used in other areas such as healthcare, energy, manufacturing, government, and other retail industries. Our alumni survey indicates majority of our graduates work with local companies including Huntington Ingalls, UPS, Chevron, Coca Cola Distribution, etc.. A significant number of graduates work within the US and some of them are employed in overseas.

Our Logistics, Trade and Transportation is an approved by the American Society of Transportation & Logistics (ASTL) Board of Examiners. Due to this approved status, our graduates automatically receive the Certified in Transportation and Logistics (CTL) status without going through their exams. Please visit: http://www.usm.edu/logistics-trade-transportation/master-online-supply-chain-logistics-trade-transportation-certificates for details. Our graduate also receive Demonstrated Master Logistician (DML) from the International Society of Logistics (SOLE). Our program is the only program in the US where our graduates receive the (DML) certification without going through exams.

Other classes that aren’t listed may count towards your online logistics, trade and transportation degree once your transcript has been evaluated and posted.

Yes, the online logistics, trade and transportation degree program is available totally online. Students are not required to visit campus for an in-class lecture; however, an online lecture may be required by your instructor.

No, online students pay resident tuition. For information about pricing, click here.

If yes, visit online.usm.edu/military for more information on how Southern Miss can serve you and your needs. We will help you with funding and scholarship information, admissions, and course enrollment.

If you still have questions, please visit our FAQ page, or take a moment to fill out our form at the bottom of the screen, and we will reach out to you!

Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements
In addition to the Admission Requirements and Procedures, the minimum standards for regular admission are as follows:

  1. The application must present evidence, by official transcript, of a grade point average of at least 2.75 (calculated on a 4.0 scale) for the last 60 hours of undergraduate study.
  2. The applicant must have competitive official GRE, GMAT, Praxis, MCAT or LSAT scores (all sections) (<10 years old) submitted to Southern Miss. The applicant may be granted a waiver for standardized test scores if he or she can provide evidence of five or more years or relevant and progressive work experience, military experience, or distinguished performance/awards. Students whose native language is not English must meet the university’s minimum requirements of TOEFL or IELTS score.
  3. The applicant must submit current resume or curriculum vitae (CV) via the online application.
  4. The applicant must have at least three letters of recommendation submitted from persons (e.g. direct supervisors or academic faculty members) who are qualified to assess the applicant’s readiness for graduate work.
  5. The applicant must submit a Statement of Qualification (SOQ) specifying areas of interest and career goals. The statement should address the following: reasons this graduate program was chosen, how the applicant plans to relate the specialty area to his or her education and experience, expected career benefits from this program, and any other matters that should be taken into consideration. The SOQ should be 2-3 pages, double-spaced.

Program Requirements and Academic Policies

  1. Students must develop a degree plan to be approved by a faculty adviser and the program coordinator prior to the completion of more than nine (9) hours of graduate work.
  2. Students must satisfactorily complete a minimum of thirty (30) hours in graduate-level courses.
  3. Students must perform satisfactorily on a comprehensive examination that is required for graduation. This exam is normally administered during the final semester of graduate work.
  4. Students must complete a mastery project to be approved by a faculty adviser. This is usually completed the final semester of graduate work.
  5. Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 based on all graduate courses completed.
  6. Please refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements section of the Bulletin.

See General Degree Requirements  and General Academic Information for other requirements and policies

 

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