What We Do
The Holzschuh College of Business Administration Center for Supply Chain Excellence is dedicated to promoting regional knowledge and development in supply chain related fields, such as logistics, transportation, procurement, and global trade.
The center is formed as a collaborative relationship between businesses, the university and the Holzschuh College of Business. The center is led by faculty and staff who are supply chain experts and is supported by a diverse advisory board of prominent members from the business community.
The Holzschuh College of Business Administration Center for Supply Chain Excellence hosts supply chain and business updates, provides a yearly 36 hr intensive course in supply chain concepts , and other activities supporting students and businesses. Focused and customized education opportunities are available, please contact the center director.
Supply Chain Credential Program – January 2026
Keeping up-to-date on changing supply chain dynamics is critical and we at Niagara University understand that it must be affordable and fit into your regular work-week responsibilities. Therefore, we are announcing our new certificate program format with a Three Day, Tuesday to Thursday Core Courses taught by NU faculty and working professionals. All courses are in-person and to be held on the NU Campus.
» New Issues and Topics
» New Business Friendly Format
» Same NU Quality and Relevance
Monday, January 12, 2026: Operations & Supply Chain Management – $299
Topic: Overview of SCM and OM, Customer Service, Efficiency Metrics, Trends and Issues in SCM, Key Factors for Success as SC Managers
Time: 9:00 – 3:30 [Lunch provided]
Tuesday, January 13, 2026: Inventory and Warehousing – $299
Topic: Inventory Basics, Holding Costs, Stock Outs, Decision Models, Warehouse Mgmt Systems, Challenges, Automation
Time: 9:00 – 3:30 [Lunch provided]
Wednesday, January 14, 2026: Purchasing & Supplier Management – $299
Topic: Power and Negotiation, Processes, Scorecards, Ethics, Supplier Relationships, International Sourcing
Time: 9:00 – 3:30 [Lunch provided]
Thursday, January 15, 2026: Transportation and Freight Management – $299
Topic: Transportation Modes, Freight Mgmt, LTL, Parcel Services, Trucking Market, Rates and 3PL Services, Emerging Technologies
Time: 9:00 – 3:30 [Lunch provided]
Register for the Supply Chain Credential Program
For More Information
- For questions on curriculum, program details, and customized training, contact Dr. Fernando Naranjo, Director of Center for Supply Chain Excellence
