Supply Chain and Management Operations Scholarships

Apply to a Supple Chain and Management Operations Scholarships

If you're enrolling in a business degree program to learn how to manage the flow of operations in corporate or government organizations, then you'll benefit from the several supply chain and operations management scholarships offered nationwide.

As today's competitive business world turns international, businesses of all sizes are depending on supply chain and operations managers to oversee the delivery of goods their customers want for maximum profit. In particular, demand is predicted to spark rapid growth for supply chain management graduates seeking work as procurement managers, distribution supervisors, 3PL business development managers, and logisticians.

To help you use your strategic mindset in this growing field, the following are 20 great scholarships available for undergraduate and/or graduate students studying supply chain and operations management.

1. ACI-NA Commissioners Scholarship Fund

Deadline: December and April 15th

Twice each year, the Airports Council International-North American (ACI-NA) offers $2,500 through the Commissioners Scholarship Fund for up to three students pursuing a business degree concentrated in operations management to work towards a career in airport operations and management. Eligible applicants must be officially enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program, have completed at least one college semester successfully, reside in the United States or Canada, and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. An official transcript, two letters of recommendation, a current resume, and a 500-word personal statement must accompany the scholarship's Form 101-06 application.

Contact

ACI-NA Commissioners Scholarship Fund
2415 Moore's Mill Road Suite 265-216
Auburn, AL 36830
(334) 844-2434

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2. Chad Jones Memorial Scholarship Program

Deadline: March 22nd

Through the Alabama Institute for Supply Management (ISM), the Chad Jones Memorial Scholarship Program grants up to $1,000 annually to reduce tuition costs for currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students pursuing a degree related to supply chain and operations management, inventory control, materials management, or procurement. Applicants must be chapter members, exhibit financial need, have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, and submit a letter of recommendation from their university dean. Funding is also available for individuals seeking to attend an ISM-approved seminar or the ISM Annual International Conference in pursuit of CPSM or CSM certification.

Contact

Chad Jones Memorial Scholarship Program
P.O. Box 10246
Birmingham, AL 35202
(205) 992-5371

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3. CSCMP Future Supply Chain Star Scholarship

Deadline: April 3rd

In collaboration with the Materials Handling & Management Society (MHMS), the Chicago Roundtable of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) awards the Future Supply Chain Star Scholarship annually for up to $2,000 to students enrolled at colleges or universities in the Chicago area to pursue a career in the supply chain management or logistics industry. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, submit a personal portfolio, and write a 750-word essay outlining their career goals in today's supply chain community. With the tuition support, recipients will receive a one-year CSCMP membership and free attendance at the CSCMP Chicago Annual Conference with hotel arrangements.

Contact

CSCMP Future Supply Chain Star Scholarship
333 East Butterfield Road Suite 140
Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 574-0985

4. David R. Parsley Endowed Scholarship Fund

Deadline: March 30th

In honor of the senior vice president of supply chain management at Brinker International Inc. and former chairman of the Supply Chain Management Executive Study Group, the David R. Parsley Endowed Scholarship Fund was created by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF). Ranging in value from $1,750 to $10,000 apiece, the fund offers merit-based scholarships for students pursuing an accredited undergraduate degree in supply chain management for a career in the restaurant, food service, and/or hospitality industry. Qualified applicants must submit a completed application, a current resume, two letters of recommendation, proof of enrollment, college transcripts, and their Student Aid Report.

Contact

David R. Parsley Endowed Scholarship Fund
2055 L Street NW
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 315-4100

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5. Davis-Kassa Scholarship Program

Deadline: March 7th

Named in honor of the former Executive Directors Robert Davis and Abate Kassa, the Davis-Kassa Scholarship Program is funded through the New York Institute of Supply Management (ISM) to provide $4,000 awards to cover tuition expenses incurred while pursuing an academic degree in supply chain management at an accredited college. Eligible candidates must be the son or daughter of a current ISM-New York member, have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, and exhibit leadership abilities on campus or in the community. With the application, students should attach official transcripts, letters of recommendations, and a 500-word personal statement describing their long-term career aspirations.

Contact

Davis-Kassa Scholarship Program
P.O. Box 845
Melville, NY 11747
(800) 975-0725

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6. Harvey P. Sommerer Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: April 1st

In memory of a lifetime member who was dedicated to supply management and the pursuit of education for professional excellence, the Harvey P. Sommerer Memorial Scholarship is awarded through the ISM-Philadelphia chapter to give $1,000 for college students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree related to supply chain and operations management. Qualified student members must be enrolled full-time at an accredited university, exhibit financial need, and show clear career objectives in supply management. Students must submit letters of recommendation from faculty, a 500-word essay, and evidence of service in the supply management or a related operations profession.

Contact

Harvey P. Sommerer Memorial Scholarship
1617 John F. Kennedy Blvd. Suite 810
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 878-3389

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7. Howard Bernstein Industrial Distribution Scholarship

Deadline: February 2nd

Established in 2012 by the Material Handling Education Foundation (MHEFI) to honor an innovative leader who dedicated his 60-year career to the material handling business, the Howard Bernstein Industrial Distribution Scholarship is granted for up to $5,000 annually. Eligible students must be pursuing a degree related to supply chain and operations management to pursue a career in logistics, operations, systems design, supply chain, or engineering within the industrial distribution industry. Applicants must have at least junior-level status, be enrolled full-time, have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, and attach three letters of recommendation.

Contact

Howard Bernstein Industrial Distribution Scholarship
8720 Red Oak Blvd. Suite 201
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 714-8731

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8. ISM Pharmaceutical Forum Supply Chain Management Scholarship

Deadline: April 1st

With the goal of preparing a new generation of business graduates to meet future challenges in supply chain management, the ISM's Pharmaceutical Forum has endowed a Supply Chain Management Scholarship to grant $1,000 to undergraduate students pursuing a career in procurement through a major in supply chain management. Applicants must be enrolled at a partnering institution, such as Bowling Green State University, North Carolina State University, Arizona State University, Rutgers University, Northwestern University, or Darmouth College. Though application requirements vary by college, students must be enrolled full-time, outline their qualifications in procurement, and wish to attend the ISM Services Group Conference.

Contact

ISM Pharmaceutical Forum Supply Chain Management Scholarship
2055 East Centennial Circle
Tempe, AZ 85284
(480) 752-6276

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9. ISM-Pittsburgh Supply Chain Management Scholarship

Deadline: April 1st

Each year, the ISM-Pittsburgh chapter's Board of Directors allocates funds to provide $2,500 scholarships for financially needy students at Duquesne University who are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in the supply chain management program. Qualified applicants must have completed at least one semester, be enrolled at Duquesne full-time, submit two letters of recommendation, write a 750-word essay describing their career goals, have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, and possess a minimum SAT score of 900. Recipients will be chosen based on academic merit, involvement in community/school activities, and experience in the supply chain management profession.

Contact

ISM-Pittsburgh Supply Chain Management Scholarship
208 Woodview Drive
Beaver, PA 15009
(724) 508-0200

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10. James Greathouse APICS Certification Professional Scholarship

Deadline: September 17th

Through the Association for Operations Management, the James Greathouse APICS Certification Professional Scholarship is available for graduate students seeking to fulfill the education needed to gain the Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) credentials. To qualify for a voucher that covers all APICS courses and exams, applicants must be members in good standing, provide a letter of support, and have a minimum of five years of experience in operations or supply chain management. All recipients will be obligated to complete their certification within two years of getting their scholarship award.

Contact

James Greathouse APICS Certification Professional Scholarship
8430 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Suite 1000
Chicago, IL 60631
(773) 867-1890

11. John J. Murphy Supply Chain Scholarships

Deadline: December 31st

In memory of a long-standing member of the Food Shippers of America who was an ambassador for the food transportation industry for 40 years, the John J. Murphy Supply Chain Scholarships are awarded annually for between $1,000 and $5,000 apiece to qualified students majoring in supply chain management or logistics. Applicants must be the child of a Supply Chain Logistics department employee of a member company, be enrolled full-time in an accredited college program, and have maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better. Submitting a certified transcript, three personal reference letters, and a current resume of work/volunteer service is required.

Contact

John J. Murphy Supply Chain Scholarships
1546 Shire Circle
Inverness, IL 60067
(303) 319-5215

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12. L.L. Waters Scholarship Program

Deadline: September 26th

Sponsored by the American Society of Transportation and Logistics (AST&L), the L.L. Walters Scholarship Program is presented annually for $2,000 to encourage upper-division undergraduate and graduate students to concentrate their education in supply chain management, logistics, physical distribution, or transportation management. Applicants must have at least junior-level status, be enrolled in an accredited four-year U.S. university, and show evidence of strong commitment to a professional career in logistics. For consideration, students should submit a completed application form with an official transcript and two letters of recommendation from faculty members teaching logistics or supply chain management.

Contact

L.L. Waters Scholarship Program
8430 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Suite 1000
Chicago, IL 60631
(773) 355-4900

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13. National Defense Transportation Association Scholarships

Deadline: April 16th

Annually, the National Defense Transportation Association offers three scholarship programs for graduating high school seniors, college students, and distance learning students who are seeking to achieve their academic goals in logistics, transportation, supply chain and operations management, physical distribution, or passenger travel services. Candidates must be NDTA members in good standing, be enrolled full-time in a regionally accredited college, be taking at least 15 semester hours related to logistics, and carry a minimum GPA of 3.0. Eligible applicants should submit three letters of recommendation from professionals who can attest to their moral character, work ethic, academic achievements, and career potential.

Contact

National Defense Transportation Association Scholarships
50 South Pickett Street Suite 220
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 751-5011

14. Procurify Sustainable Supply Chain Scholarship

Deadline: August 25th

The Procurify Sustainable Supply Chain Scholarship is designed to offer $1,000 for undergraduate and graduate students whose ground-breaking sustainable ideas can help revolutionize the supply chain management, logistics, procurement, operations, and purchasing industries. Eligible innovators must be actively enrolled in an accredited U.S. or Canadian college, maintain full-time enrollment, show satisfactory academic progress, and be committed to a career in the supply chain arena. Recipients will be chosen based on their academic achievement, individuality, innovative thinking outside the traditional norms of corporate culture, leadership potential, and involvement in the profession.

Contact

Procurify Sustainable Supply Chain Scholarship
440 North Wolfe Road
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
(888) 463-5254

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15. R. Gene Richter Scholarship Program

Deadline: February 13th

In partnership with the R. Gene and Nancy D. Richter Foundation, the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) created the R. Gene Richter Scholarship Program in 2005 to give $5,000 to senior-level undergraduates enrolled full-time in an accredited supply management, supply chain and operations management, or procurement program. To compete in the field's largest national scholarship program, applicants must be U.S. citizens, attain high academic achievement, demonstrate strong leadership ability, have high ethical standards, and have a firm commitment to a career specialized in supply management. Recipients must be willing to sign a contract pledging that their monetary award will be used for educational expenses and that they'll attend the ISM Annual International Conference.

Contact

R. Gene Richter Scholarship Program
2055 East Centennial Circle
Tempe, AZ 85284
(480) 752-6276

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16. Rhoda Isaacs Scholarship

Deadline: May 1st

Founded with the intent to further the educational goals of the CSCMP, the Rhoda Isaacs Scholarship is granted through the New York City Roundtable to provide $1,500 annually for full or part-time undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in an accredited business program with a concentration in supply chain and operations management. Applicants must be a permanent resident or attending college in the Tri-State Area of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Each candidate is responsible for composing a 1,500-word essay discussing the most significant disruptions threatening corporate supply chains and the best supply chain management practices for maximizing the organization's value.

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Rhoda Isaacs Scholarship
One Meadowlands Plaza 7th Floor
East Rutherford, NJ 07073

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17. Seth Bonder Foundation Scholarship

Deadline: September 1st

In honor of the founder and CEO of Vector Research Inc. (VRI) for 31 years, the Seth Bonder Foundation Scholarship is granted through INFORMS to provide $5,000 to promising graduate students enrolled in an accredited North American university with a major in operations management or operations research analysis. Qualified individuals must exhibit financial need, be enrolled in a research-based doctoral program, and be making significant contribution to the field of applied operations research for military interchanges. Applicants should submit a completed application, curriculum vitae, brief statement of career interests, two-page summary of their proposed research project, and two letters of support.

Contact

Seth Bonder Foundation Scholarship
5521 Research Park Drive Suite 200
Catonsville, MD 21228
(443) 757-3500

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18. Supply Chain Summit Scholarships

Deadline: May 31st

Sponsored by Raytheon, Banneker, Medtronic, and Polaris, the Supply Chain Summit is hosted annually to open doors for students awaiting entry into the exciting and growing field of supply chain management through information sharing, education, and networking. In order to qualify for a $500 scholarship and event registration fee coverage, applicants must be enrolled full-time at an accredited university with a major in supply chain management, operations management, or logistics. For consideration, students will submit a short essay explaining why they have chosen their career aspirations in supply chain management, which will be judged based on writing ability, originality, organization, and appropriateness.

Contact

Supply Chain Summit Scholarships
582 Great Road
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 534-0027

19. Tauber Institute for Global Operations Scholarships

Deadline: August 1st

Each year, the Tauber Institute for Global Operations offers several scholarships for varying amounts for incoming and current students who are pursuing the Global MBA, Master of Supply Chain Management (MSCM), or a relevant dual degree program at the University of Michigan full-time. Recipients will be chosen based on their past academic performance, leadership ability, professional accomplishments, teamwork, career interests in supply chain management, and community service involvement. In addition to tuition assistance funding, individuals will participate in the university's Leadership Advantage program at no cost to enhance their professional success in a series of intensive workshops.

Contact

Tauber Institute for Global Operations Scholarships
701 Tappan Street Suite E2600
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
(734) 647-1333

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20. W.T. "Tom" Hall Supply Management Practitioner Scholarship

Deadline: February 28th

Through the Eastern Purchasing and Supply Management Group of the Institute for Supply Management (ISM), the W.T. "Tom" Hall Supply Management Practitioner Scholarship is granted for $2,000 annually to one or more deserving supply management professionals seeking to advance their education at an accredited higher learning institution. Eligible candidates must have current full-time employment in Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Virginia, North Carolina, or South Carolina. All recipients will be expected to maintain at least part-time enrollment in a graduate program for supply chain management and pursue the professional CPSM designation.

Contact

W.T. "Tom" Hall Supply Management Practitioner Scholarship
9 West Ridgely Road
Linthicum, MD 21093
(410) 516-8245

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Since the hefty price tag of a college education won't likely fall any time soon, it's important for business students to take advantage of additional financial resources for lowering the financial burden of their degree. If you've decided to specialize your business skills for supervising how products are designed, manufactured, sold, and shipped, try your hand at applying for these great supply chain and operations management scholarships.

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