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Distribution Management AAS

Wake Tech Course ID: A25620D

The Distribution Management AAS Degree prepares individuals for career opportunities in distribution, transportation, warehousing, supply chain and manufacturing organizations.

Course work includes the international and domestic movement of goods from raw materials sourcing through production and, ultimately, to the consumer. Courses cover the following topics:

  • Transportation
  • Warehousing
  • Inventory control
  • Material handling
  • Purchasing
  • Computerization
  • Supply chain operations
  • Federal transportation regulations
  • OSHA regulations

Graduates should qualify for a range of logistics-related positions in government agencies, manufacturing and service organizations. Employment opportunities include entry-level purchasing, material management, warehousing, inventory, transportation, international freight and logistics analysts.

They also may be eligible to pursue professional credentials through APICS, AST&L, CSCMP and ISM.

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Estimated Tuition & Fees
$4,864
Locations
  • Southern Wake Campus
  • Scott Northern Wake Campus
  • RTP Campus
Total Credits
64
NOTE: Tuition listed is for in-state students. Out-of-state tuition is higher.
Tuition is set annually by the State Board of Community Colleges.
Wake Tech charges various fees in addition to tuition, and individual programs also have specific costs associated with them.

Career Outlook


  • Loss Prevention Manager
    54548.39
    Starting Salary
    107091.40
    Median Annual Wage
    12%
    Growth*
  • Logistician
    56133.96
    Starting Salary
    76609.85
    Median Annual Wage
    26%
    Growth*
  • Logistics Engineer
    56133.96
    Starting Salary
    76609.85
    Median Annual Wage
    26%
    Growth*
  • Logistics Analyst
    56133.96
    Starting Salary
    76609.85
    Median Annual Wage
    26%
    Growth*
  • Supply Chain Manager
    59478.75
    Starting Salary
    105369.50
    Median Annual Wage
    15%
    Growth*
  • Transportation, Storage, or Distribution Manager
    59478.75
    Starting Salary
    105369.50
    Median Annual Wage
    15%
    Growth*
  • Purchasing Manager
    93718.84
    Starting Salary
    130993.50
    Median Annual Wage
    9%
    Growth*
  • Radio Frequency Identification Device Specialist
    79933.73
    Starting Salary
    122739.10
    Median Annual Wage
    19%
    Growth*
  • Data Warehousing Specialist
    65967.96
    Starting Salary
    129109.80
    Median Annual Wage
    11%
    Growth*
  • Freight Forwarder
    36977.65
    Starting Salary
    46903.87
    Median Annual Wage
    17%
    Growth*
Wake County USA *Estimated job growth over 10 years.
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