Purchasing and Supply Chain Management AAAS

Summary

Shoreline College’s Purchasing & Supply Chain Management A.A.A.S. degree helps prepare you for entry-level careers in one of today’s most vital and fast-moving industries. Through hands-on, industry-informed learning, you’ll build practical skills in business, accounting, and operations while exploring how supply chains work in the real world; from purchasing and logistics to inventory, transportation, and global operations. Graduates are equipped to pursue roles such as buyer, supply chain associate, supply manager, logistics specialist, and more. 

Completion Award
Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences
Length of Study
93 Credits
Starting Quarter
Fall, Winter, Spring
Location
Online

In this program, you’ll gain practical, career-ready skills that can help you contribute to a variety of supply chain and purchasing roles. You’ll learn how to: 

The demand for skilled and knowledgeable professionals in the field continues to grow in Puget Sound business organizations and government agencies. Potential positions include Buyers, Contract Specialists, Supply Chain Associates, Associate Buyers, Supply Managers, Contract Administrators, Supplier/Vendor Managers, Logistics and Transportation Specialists. Entry-level annual salaries typically range from $30,000 to $45,000. Middle level positions range from $45,000 to $80,000.

Potential employers include: Manufacturing and construction firms, retail stores, educational institutions, government agencies (federal, state, counties and cities), public utilities, wholesale, services and distribution firms.

Estimated Tuition & Fees

(does not include additional program or course fees, books, or supply costs)

2025-2026 Estimated Tuition & Fees

Per quarter WA- Resident BAS-WA Resident Non-WA Resident
Online Only
International Contract
1 Credit $131.39 $255.37 $150.37 $339.30
5 Credit $656.95 $1,276.85 $751.85 $1,696.50
12 Credit $1,440.08 $2,576.28 $1631.90 $3,540.14
15 Credit $1,629.35 $2,610.15 $1824.20 $3,760.85

 

Additional Fees
Approximately $20 - $120 per quarter, depending on courses selected

Ways to pay for school

Federal aid, scholarships, grants, and more are available to help you pay for school.

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