Article Title

Logistics education at historically black colleges and universities

Authors

Abdussalam A. Addus, North Carolina A&T State University
Anwar S. Kahn, North Carolina A&T State Univeristy
David Chen, North Carolina A&T State University

Abstract

A review of research literature on logistics education reveals disparities between demand for and supply of logistics management skills. Racial minorities are relatively underrepresented in logistics education and professional careers. In order to meet the rising demand for college graduates and mitigate racial disparities in the field, a need arises to enhance logistics education at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU’s). HBCU’s are known to have a high rate of success in retaining and graduating African American students. Yet, only a few of these institutions offer logistics degree programs or concentrations within the business and social science majors. This article makes a case for enhancing logistics education at HBCU’s through program development, recruitment, and retention strategies. It argues that the coordination of activities and partnerships between the institutions offering the programs, high schools/community colleges, and employers of the graduates and government are essential for the success of such strategies.

Recommended Citation

Addus, Abdussalam A., Kahn, Anwar S. & Chen, David. (2003). Logistics education at historically black colleges and universities. Journal of Transportation Management, 14(1), 34-46. doi: 10.22237/jotm/1049155500

DOI

10.22237/jotm/1049155500