B.A./B.S. in Transportation and Logistics Management

For over two decades, the nationally-recognized Transportation and Logistics Management (TLM) major has placed hundreds of graduates into company, public agency and nonprofit management-level positions. The rigorous program continues to emphasize exceptional courses in transportation modal management, supply chain management, environmental sustainability as well as international trade—all building upon a strong business management foundation. With an exceptionally high percentage of international and female students, the program embraces diversity and has a global perspective.

Program Formats and Graduation Plans

The Transportation and Logistics Management program is offered both on-campus and online. On-campus students may opt to take individual courses online, except for School of Business and Economics degree completion courses (DCP). On-campus students benefit from the following experiential opportunities:

• Industry tours in the Twin Ports transportation hub
• In-person TLM Club activities, such as train rides, volunteer work, and trips
• Paid research assistant opportunities in the Transportation and Logistics Research Center
• In-person networking opportunities with industry leaders, faculty and fellow students
• Public speaking practice
• Participation in professional organizations
• In-person student activities and the UW-Superior campus experience

Students can select one of three graduation plan options:

• 4-year Pathway:  A four-year plan earning a B.S. or a B.A. degree in Transportation and Logistics
• 3.5-year Pathway:  An accelerated plan that leads to graduating in 3.5 years with a TLM major
• 4-year Pathway Double Degree:  A four-year plan leading to a double major in TLM and Business Administration with a concentration in Supply Chain Management

Did You Know?

• The TLM major has one of the highest enrollments at UW-Superior and continues to grow. Here are just a few reasons students choose this degree:
• The UW-Superior TLM degree is among the most distinctive and highly regarded programs of its kind in the United States, offering students rigorous academic and professional preparation for careers in a rapidly growing and dynamic field.
• Over 98% of graduates work in the field with most hired prior to graduation. TLM management positions start from $50,000-$70,000 annual salary with significant opportunities for advancement.
• Not only is tuition at UWS very affordable, but TLM students have numerous scholarship and research fellowship opportunities up to full tuition. From 26% to 43% of TLM students are awarded scholarships.
• Small class sizes provide a personalized program experience in which accomplished professors take a vested interest in each student’s success.
• Students gain hands-on experience throughout the program, including, industry field trips, guest speakers, conferences, state-of-the-art simulations and a required internship.
• In the two decades since the program started, many TLM graduates have gone on to earn master's and doctorate degrees at universities all over the world.
• Because UW-Superior is an Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) Scholarship University, TLM students have the opportunity to tour facilities throughout the country and participate in the annual IANA Expo and intercollegiate case study competition.
• The TLM Student Club offers opportunities for students to engage with professional societies, do volunteer work, network, and have fun as they become professionals.
• The program enjoys the special benefits of close relationships with industry and being located on the doorstep of an international transportation cluster that has
  • The largest Great Lakes port serving domestic and international vessels
  • Three airports and the world’s largest manufacturer of piston-powered aircraft
  • An energy cluster that moves by pipeline 17% of all oil imported into the U.S.
  • Service by four Class 1 railroads and a rail-truck intermodal terminal
  • The headquarters of several regional trucking companies.

About UW-Superior

More than just classrooms, labs, and big buildings, the University of Wisconsin-Superior has stood as a landmark in the City of Superior since 1893, impacting countless lives and careers along the way.

UW-Superior fosters intellectual growth and career preparation that emphasizes individual attention and embodies respect for diverse cultures and multiple voices. See the many ways we’re keeping that promise to our students, the community, and ourselves.

Mission

Throughout its history, the University of Wisconsin-Superior has committed to improving the lives and livelihoods of people in northwestern Wisconsin and beyond by seeking knowledge and spreading it to all who may benefit.

Such commitment is reflected in its mission statement:

"The University of Wisconsin-Superior fosters intellectual growth and career preparation within a liberal arts tradition that emphasizes individual attention, embodies respect for diverse cultures and multiple voices, and engages the community and region." (Approved by the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents, Feb. 6, 2015)

To accomplish these ends, the University will:

Provide students with a carefully articulated and comprehensive foundation in liberal studies as a base for all degree programs. Award associate and baccalaureate degrees in selected fields in education, arts, humanities, sciences, social sciences, business, and pre-professional programs. Offer graduate programs in areas associated with its undergraduate emphases and strengths. Extend its undergraduate and graduate resources beyond the boundaries of the campus through alternative delivery of programs. Expect scholarly activity, including research, scholarship, and creative endeavor, that supports its programs at the associate and baccalaureate degree levels, its selected graduate programs, and its special mission. Maintain an inclusive campus community that challenges students to develop their intellectual, personal, cultural, and social competencies. Engage in appropriate inter-institutional relationships and community partnerships to enhance educational and service opportunities. Foster, with the University of Wisconsin-Extension, the development of cooperative and general outreach programming and the integration of the Extension function with that of this institution.

Vision Statement

The University of Wisconsin-Superior will be known as an institution that transforms learners, engages the community, and enhances the vitality of its region.

Values Statement

At the University of Wisconsin-Superior, we are committed to academic excellence, with an emphasis on student-focused learning, intellectual and personal development, continuous improvement, inclusivity, community partnerships, and global awareness.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to inclusive excellence; creating a space for all students regardless of background, economic status, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ability, identity or spirituality to thrive and reach their fullest academic and personal potential. We provide individualized support for you throughout your educational journey.