Collat School of Business

Online Bachelor’s in Distribution

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The online Charles and Patsy Collat Distribution Program at UAB is one of the very few programs of its kind. UAB distribution graduates manage the flow of materials from manufacturers to distributors — playing a key role in propelling the economy forward by supplying the building blocks for products created and used all over the world.

The UAB online distribution program includes a strong emphasis on applied engineering, technical knowledge, and channel management, preparing students for careers in sales, operations, purchasing, and logistics. Our partnerships with industry leaders in distribution and manufacturing as well as UAB's School of Engineering and Heersink School of Medicine, ensure our students are prepared with the tools and hands-on learning that is relevant in today's business practices.

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A first of its kind, the UAB concentration in medical equipment and supplies distribution prepares graduates for a career in the medical equipment and supplies industry. Our curriculum blends life sciences, pre-medicine, and health administration with health-related distribution courses.

Online Bachelor’s in Distribution Program

This challenging and engaging program provides focused education in the industrial/technical sector. This area of study allows students the opportunity to gain specialized knowledge unique to this industry.

Our distribution curriculum includes creative, innovative courses designed to teach business fundamentals and new industrial engineering technology in ways that stick with students. We maintain strong ties with industry leaders who serve as advisors to ensure students have the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in the workforce. We believe that students learn by doing, so much so that we made experiential learning a graduation requirement.

Why Choose an Online Bachelor’s in Distribution at the Collat School of Business?

Top Placements

Most distribution students are employed or in graduate school within a month of graduation. Our outstanding relationships with leading national firms ensure students have direct access to recruiters across the country.

AACSB Accredited

The UAB Collat School of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), which means we maintain the highest quality standards in business education worldwide.

Intensive Career Development

The Collat Career Center, which caters specifically to business students, provides hands-on career coaching. Just like our on-campus students, you can benefit from both our Virtual Career Center and Handshake platforms. Both will help you access recruiters, land internships, schedule job interviews, and more. We also have a 24/7 technical help desk for your support.

Experiential Learning

All distribution students are required to complete experiential learning, and as an online student, you’ll have three options for yours:

  • An internship (150 hours)
  • A study away trip (1 week)
  • Waiver for previous/current work experience

U.S. News & World Report Accolades

Our programs have been dubbed as one of the “Best Online Bachelor’s in Business Programs,” “Best Online Master’s in Business Programs,” “Best Online MBA Programs,” and “Best Online Master’s in Computer Information Technology Programs” in the 2025 “Best Online Programs” rankings.

UAB Online Bachelor’s in Distribution Program FAQs

Distribution Career Opportunities

Our online industrial distribution degree prepares graduates for a myriad of careers in the technical or medical equipment supplies industries. Career paths may include sales engineering, manufacturing and lean manufacturing, global logistics, marketing, inventory, and purchasing, as well as distribution management.

Upon completion of this undergraduate program, students will be able to pursue career opportunities in the following:

  • Product Specialist
  • Sales Associate
  • Clinical Territory Associate
  • Business Development Associate
  • Supply Chain Engineer
  • Industrial Engineer
  • Purchasing Manager

Student Stories

Prahlaad Ram combined the advantages of UAB's industrial distribution degree with exciting internship and entrepreneurship experiences to enroll in the prestigious dual Georgia Tech-Emory University Master of Biomedical Innovation and Development Program.

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