Dr. Norman Aggon

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Norman Aggon is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Supply Chain Management at the Smeal College of Business, Pennsylvania State University. He holds an MBA from James Madison University which he completed in 1981. Dr. Aggon focuses his teaching on various aspects of supply chain management, including performance metrics, financial analysis, supply chain design, and strategy. He has developed and taught courses such as SCM 800, SCM 801, SCM 850, and SCM 450W, where he emphasizes the importance of understanding the interplay between supply chain operations and financial performance. He incorporates case studies and practical exercises to help students engage with the material effectively. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Aggon actively engages in research related to supply chain management, evaluating how strategic decisions impact both costs and service levels within supply chains. He is pivotal in fostering the next generation of supply chain professionals, preparing them for complex challenges in the industry.

Research Interests

Courses

SCM 800 – Supply Chain Management SCM 801 – Perf Metrics & Fin Analysis SCM 850 – Supply Chain Design & Strategy SCM 450W – Strategic Design Management Supply Chains

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.