Gartner: A&T Supply Chain Management Graduate Program No. 15 in North America

EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (July 23, 2024) – The Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s supply chain management graduate program has been ranked among the top 15 in North America by leading global research firm Gartner.

N.C. A&T’s MBA with a concentration in supply chain management secured the No. 15 spot in Gartner’s Top 25 list for 2024, marking its highest ranking to date. This recognition underscores the program’s excellence in industry value, program scope and size.

A&T is the only public historically Black college or university (HBCU) and the only institution from North Carolina to make the list.

“The improvement in our ranking underscores the unwavering commitment and exceptional performance of our faculty, staff, students, alumni and corporate partners,” said Joseph R. Huscroft Jr., Ph.D., chair of the Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Management and associate professor of supply chain management. “This recognition not only validates our collective efforts but also provides a substantial advantage to our students as they pursue internships and full-time positions, ultimately aiding in the successful launch of their professional careers.

“Additionally, our program’s emphasis on expanding data analytics capabilities ensures we remain aligned with current business demands, equipping our students with the critical skills needed in today’s market.”

The MBA with a supply chain management concentration equips graduates with cutting-edge knowledge to design, manage, analyze, and enhance entire supply chain systems or their individual components. It caters to professionals in sectors such as transportation, logistics, manufacturing, insurance, food processing, hospitality, retailing, and government regulatory and transportation agencies.

“In today’s global economy, supply chain management plays a critical role in the success of businesses across various industries – from global sourcing and procurement, inventory management, logistics and transportation, all the way through to sustainability and corporate responsibility,” said Eric M. Gladney, Ph.D., assistant dean of the Deese College and MBA program director. “And the demand for expertise in supply chain management operations and strategy is growing rapidly as businesses strive to navigate the complexities of the global market. Our MBA students are prepared to meet this demand.”

Gartner’s Top 25 lists of supply chain management programs are released biennially. For the 2024 rankings, Gartner analyzed 67 universities in the U.S. and Canada, including 35 MBA programs and 59 undergraduate programs, using corporate feedback and programmatic outcomes.

To qualify for Gartner’s evaluation, universities must offer a four-year undergraduate degree, an MBA with a supply chain concentration, or an M.S. in supply chain management, all prominently featuring “supply chain” in the degree title. Programs must be delivered on-campus or in a hybrid format, have at least one year of completed data, and be willing to submit a detailed information request.