At the Worldwide Campus, the Master of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is offered in an online format and focuses on procurement, distribution, and global supply networks. The program includes study of acquisition, sustainability, integrated logistics, collaborative supply chains, distribution management, and process optimization. The curriculum aligns with the ISM Supply Chain Capability Model. The program includes preparation for professional certifications, including Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) offered by the Association for Operations Management (APICS), Certified Professional Logistics (CPL) offered by the International Society of Logistics (SOLE), and Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) offered by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM). Students who complete the three-course SAP sequence (SCLM 540, SCLM 600, and SCLM 630) are eligible for SAP recognition.
Program-Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students will:
Develop effective problem-solving and decision-making skills in managing supply chains.
Analyze current distribution and transport network design solutions in supply chains.
Adopt appropriate inventory management strategies to optimize inventories across the supply chains.
Utilize appropriate metrics and data analytics tools to track and optimize the performance of supply chain networks.
Appraise purchasing and procurement policies and procedures to determine effective sourcing strategies.
Apply sales and operations planning in managing supply chain operations.
Propose appropriate risk mitigation strategies to increase the resilience in supply chains.
Evaluate the structures of international trade and complexities involved in extending supply chain operations globally.
Analyze how emerging trends may affect the future landscape of logistics and supply chain management.
Worldwide Program Requirements
Core Requirements
21
Specializations or Open Electives
9
Total Credits
30
Program Details
The Master of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management requires successful completion of a minimum of 30 credit hours. Students enrolled in the Worldwide Graduate Online program may complete the degree in six terms, or approximately two years, assuming full-time enrollment and continuous progress. Students pursuing this graduate degree must earn a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.00 for all work completed at the University. The courses required to earn this degree are listed below.
Students should be aware that many courses have prerequisites and/or corequisites. Students are responsible for ensuring that all prerequisite and degree requirements are satisfied prior to enrollment in advanced coursework. The suggested plan of study is provided as a guide. A student's actual plan of study may vary based on term of admission, course availability, transfer credit, and other academic considerations. Students should consult with their academic advisor to develop an individualized plan of study.
Students must complete the required Logistics and Supply Chain Management core curriculum and nine credit hours of a specialization.
